Proactive and goal-oriented professional with excellent time management and problem-solving skills and a comprehensive understanding of legal, office, administrative, and clerical support functions. Known for reliability and adaptability, with swift capacity to learn and apply new skills. Committed to leveraging these qualities to drive team success and contribute to organizational growth.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Paralegal
Best, Watson & Gilbert, P.C.
07.2021 - Current
Assisted in management of cases from petition through trial phases.
Drafted correspondence, petitions, pleadings, discovery requests and responses.
Reviewed and managed legal documents, assisted in trial preparation, and filed documents with meticulous attention to accuracy.
Communicated with clients, other attorneys' offices, and court staff via phone, mail, and email.
Boosted office productivity by maintaining an accurate calendar of appointments, deadlines, and court appearances.
Improved client trust and satisfaction, providing comprehensive support and updates throughout case progression.
Prepared trial binders ensuring lawyers had all necessary materials for court appearances.
Coordinated the execution of settlement documents and disbursement of funds for resolved cases.
Legal Secretary/Paralegal
Beggs & Lane, RLLP
01.2011 - 07.2021
Provided secretarial and paralegal support to multiple lawyers.
Facilitated communication between clients and attorneys, ensuring prompt responses to inquiries.
Assisted in drafting legal documents such as letters, pleadings, motions, and notices, contributing to successful case resolutions.
Managed docket of all pleadings, correspondence, and client documents in response to discovery requests and responses.
Enhanced attorney productivity with proficient management of case files and schedules.
Attended and provided support at trials, including trial presentation of exhibits.
Managed check requests, expense reimbursement requests, invoices and accounts payable and receivable information.
Notary Public for Florida; assisted with wills and estate signings.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Legal Studies
The University of West Florida
Pensacola, FL
2021
Associate of Science - Paralegal Studies
Pensacola State College
Pensacola, FL
2018
Crime Scene Tech Certificate -
Pensacola State College
Pensacola, FL
2016
Associate of Arts - General Education
Pensacola State College
Pensacola, FL
2014
Skills
Proficient in MS Office, Adobe, and Internet Based Applications