RoseMarie DEJESUS McCARTNEY
Ovilla,TX
Summary
Skilled litigation support professional well-versed research and due diligence, fact investigations and records management. Professional writing and editing, data organization and documentation strengths. Background includes pulling records, drafting motions and managing litigation calendars. Excellent communication and planning skills with a hardworking and dedicated nature.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
Work History
Litigation Paralegal-Labor and Employment Law
Husch Blackwell, LLP (Defense Firm)
11.2021 - Current
- Responsible for drafting all pleadings and discovery requests and responses for supervising attorney; Researches and analyzes data to address legal issue at hand; Responsible for reviewing and analyzing plaintiff's discovery responses, production documents, as well as any pleadings filed by opposing counsel; Responsible for preparing all chronologies, including medical chronologies and deposition summaries
- Responsible for preparing deposition notebooks; Responsible for managing all time sensitive documents; including cases with EEOC Responsible for requesting medical and billing; social security; employment records, etc
- Responsible for preparing drafts of initial reports and position statements for supervising attorney; Responsible for preparing pleadings and production logs; Responsible for assisting supervising attorney with clients' legal issues/concerns regarding employment practices; Responsible for following Court Rules and Court's management orders; Responsible for preparing trial binders and drafting trial pleadings; and Attend Depositions, Mediations and Trial when required.
Litigation Paralegal-Labor and Employment Law
Lewis Brisbois Bisgaard & Smith (Defense Firm)
05.2021 - 11.2021
- Responsible for drafting all pleadings and discovery requests and responses for supervising attorney; Researches and analyzes data to address legal issue at hand; Responsible for reviewing and analyzing plaintiff's discovery responses, production documents, as well as any pleadings filed by opposing counsel; Responsible for preparing all chronologies, including medical chronologies
- Responsible for preparing deposition notebooks; Responsible for managing all time sensitive documents; including cases with EEOC Responsible for requesting medical and billing; social security; employment records, etc
- Responsible for preparing drafts of initial reports and position statements for supervising attorney; Responsible for preparing pleadings and production logs; Responsible for assisting supervising attorney with clients' legal issues/concerns regarding employment practices; Responsible for following Court Rules and Court's management orders; Responsible for preparing trial binders and drafting trial pleadings; and Attend Depositions, Mediations and Trial when required.
Lead Civil Paralegal-Personal Injury, Wrongful Death and Medical Malpractice
Simon, Greenstone, Panatier, P.C. (Plaintiff Firm)
02.2018 - 12.2020
- Responsible for taking intake calls and in person interviews for potential new cases; Drafts all pleadings and discovery request and demands; Researches and analyzes data to address legal issue at hand and customer service issues; Responsible for tracking and dairying Statute of Limitations and any other important dates; Responsible for drafting and filing of all state and federal pleadings including complaints, motions, affidavits as well as assisting supervising attorneys in the drafting of briefs; Responsible for opening insurance personal injury and property damage claims for new clients; Responsible for requesting (by affidavit) and reviewing client's medical records; Responsible for drafting demands to insurance companies in an attempt to settle claims pre-litigation; Responsible for scheduling and assisting my supervising attorney in depositions; Responsible for assisting my supervising attorney in trial prep; Responsible for following Court Rules and Court's management orders; Responsible for preparing trial binders and drafting trial pleadings; Attend Depositions, Mediations and Trial when required; and Acts as Paralegal Supervisor in the absence of Supervising Attorney.
Senior Litigation Paralegal/Officer Manager-Personal Injury, Wrongful Death and Medical Malpractice
Crain Brogdon Rogers, LLP (Plaintiff Firm)
12.2020 - 03.2020
- Responsible for taking intake calls and in person interviews for potential new cases; Drafts all pleadings and discovery request and demands; Researches and analyzes data to address legal issue at hand and customer service issues; Responsible for tracking and dairying Statute of Limitations and any other important dates; Responsible for drafting and filing of all state and federal pleadings including complaints, motions, affidavits as well as assisting supervising attorneys in the drafting of briefs; Responsible for opening insurance personal injury and property damage claims for new clients; Responsible for requesting (by affidavit) and reviewing client's medical records; Responsible for drafting demands to insurance companies in an attempt to settle claims pre-litigation; Responsible for scheduling and assisting my supervising attorney in depositions; Responsible for following Court Rules and Court's management orders; Responsible for assisting my supervising attorney in trial prep; Responsible for preparing trial binders and drafting trial pleadings; and Attend Depositions, Mediations and Trial when required.
Civil Litigation Paralegal- Personal Injury
Frenkel & Frenkel (Plaintiff Firm)
11.2017 - 02.2018
- Responsible for taking intake calls and in person interviews for potential new cases; Draft all pleadings and discovery request and demands; Researches and analyzes data to address legal issue at hand and customer service issues; Responsible for tracking and dairying Statute of Limitations and any other important dates; Responsible for reviewing medical records; Responsible for drafting demands to insurance companies in an attempt to settle claims pre-litigation; Responsible for scheduling and assisting my supervising attorney in depositions; Responsible for assisting my supervising attorney in trial prep; Responsible for preparing trial binders and drafting trial pleadings; Attend Trial and Depositions when required; Responsible for requesting discovery demands from defense counsel and maintaining tight follow ups to ensure that we receive all documents according to the Court's case management orders; and Responsible for making travel arrangements for supervising attorneys.
Civil Litigation Paralegal to Senior Partner, Andy Sommerman, Esq.-Personal Injury and Malpractice
Sommerman, McCaffity & Quesada, L.L.P. (Plaintiff Firm)
05.2017 - 11.2017
- Responsible for taking intake calls and in person interviews for potential new cases; Draft all pleadings and discovery request and demands; Researches and analyzes data to address legal issue at hand and customer service issues; Responsible for tracking and dairying Statute of Limitations and any other important dates; Responsible for opening insurance personal injury and property damage claims for new clients; Responsible for reviewing medical records; Responsible for drafting demands to insurance companies in an attempt to settle claims pre-litigation; Responsible for scheduling and assisting my supervising attorney in depositions; Responsible for assisting my supervising attorney in trial prep; Attend Trial and Depositions when required; Supervises two legal assistants; Responsible for preparing trial binders and drafting trial pleadings; Responsible for requesting discovery demands from defense counsel and maintaining tight follow ups to ensure that we receive all documents according to the Court's case management orders; Responsible for making travel arrangements for supervising attorneys; and Acts as Paralegal Supervisor in the absence of Supervising Attorney.
Litigation Paralegal to Senior Partners. Personal Injury, Municipal Court Matters, Wrongful Death, Nursing Home Negligence, Medical Malpractice
D'Arcy Johnson Day, P.C. (Plaintiff Firm)
11.2004 - 05.2017
- Responsible for taking intake calls and in person interviews for potential new cases; Assist in legal research, draft all pleadings and meet with clients when necessary; Responsible for tracking and dairying Statute of Limitations and any other important dates; Responsible for drafting and filing of all superior court pleadings including complaints, motions, affidavits as well as assisting supervising attorneys in the drafting of briefs; Responsible for opening insurance personal injury and property damage claims for new clients; Responsible for requesting and reviewing client's medical records; Responsible for drafting demands to insurance companies in an attempt to settle claims pre-litigation; Responsible for scheduling and assisting my supervising attorney in depositions; Responsible for assisting my supervising attorney in trial prep; Responsible for preparing trial binders and drafting trial pleadings; and Responsible requesting discovery demands from defense counsel and maintaining tight follow ups to ensure that we receive all documents according to the Court's case management orders;
Drug and Alcohol Counselor
Institue For Human Development
01.2001 - 11.2004
- Kept accurate and detailed records to track and document client progress.
- Taught substance abuse classes to help clients understand consequences of drug and alcohol use.
- Monitored client progress to make necessary adjustments for client success.
- Provided counseling and support to clients with drug and alcohol abuse issues.
- Supported aftercare planning for continued recovery after treatment.
- Coordinated care with other professionals to provide clients with comprehensive support.
- Supported and assessed clients struggling with addiction or relationship issues and devised strategies based on client needs.
- Led supportive group discussions and education sessions with alcohol and drug users and families.
- Used knowledge of different treatment modalities to provide clients with individualized options for successful outcomes.
- Developed individual treatment goals based on history and diagnosis.
Human Resources Specialist
Ballys Casino And Resort
12.1999 - 01.2001
- Maintained personnel records and statistical data to establish accuracy and compliance with applicable regulations.
- Fielded employee inquiries related to insurance, pension plan, vacation, sick leave and employee assistance.
- Managed payroll processing and benefits to compensate employees for service rendered.
- Monitored employee attendance and performance, addressing issues in accordance with company policies and procedures.
- Reviewed and screened applicant resumes to identify qualified candidates.
- Resolved employee complaints and grievances successfully through mediation and collaboration.
- Briefed job applicants regarding responsibilities, benefits and schedules to provide information regarding job specifications and logistics.
Education
Bachelor of Arts -
Rutgers University
Camden, NJA.A.S with focus in Paralegal Studies -
Atlantic Cape Community College
Mays Landing, NJA.A. Drug and Alcohol Abuse Certification -
Atlantic Care Behavioral Health & Atlantic Cape Community College
J.D. - Law
UNT College of Law
Dallas, TX05.2026
Master of Jurisprudence -
St. Mary's University School of Law
12.2021
Egg Harbor Township High School
EHT, NJ01.1996
Skills
- Legal Documentation
- Process Evaluations
- Customer Relationship Management
- Active Listening
- Document Preparation
- Reading Comprehension
- Evidence Gathering
- Motion Preparation
- Case Support Skills
- Subpoena Preparation
- Motions Drafting
- Fact Compilation
- Online Research
- Disposition Tracking
- Client Communication
- Document Organization
- Electronic Discovery
- Case Management
- Trial Proceedings
- Disposition Records
- Meeting Preparation
- Case Summaries
Qualifications And Knowledge
Over 17 years pertinent experience in Personal Injury, Medical Malpractice, Municipal Court Matters as well as knowledge of Family Law and Real Estate. Knowledge of both New Jersey and Texas Civil Rules and Procedure and Rules of Evidence, Excellent customer service, Strong legal writing skills, Legal research skills utilizing NexisLexis and Westlaw, Ability to meet deadlines while maintaining a high level of accuracy in a multi-task environment, Ability to work independently and use own discretion when completing routine assignments with minimum supervision, Strong PC skills including Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Microsoft Access and, Needles, Trial Works, Texas E-File, ProDoc, and experienced in E-filing in both State and Federal levels
Tel
(609) 402-8937
Community
- Fusion Church, Somers Point, NJ, Greeter, 2013, 2018
- Field of Dreams, Galloway, NJ, Volunteer, 2012, 2017
- Ronald McDonald House, Camden, NJ, Volunteer, 2012, 2017
- Marine Parents, Arlington, VA, Fund raiser participant, 2014
- Pleasantville Alternative Transitional School, Pleasantville, NJ, Speaker, 2010, 2011
Languages
Spanish
Limited Working
Timeline
Litigation Paralegal-Labor and Employment Law
Husch Blackwell, LLP (Defense Firm)
11.2021 - Current
Litigation Paralegal-Labor and Employment Law
Lewis Brisbois Bisgaard & Smith (Defense Firm)
05.2021 - 11.2021
Senior Litigation Paralegal/Officer Manager-Personal Injury, Wrongful Death and Medical Malpractice
Crain Brogdon Rogers, LLP (Plaintiff Firm)
12.2020 - 03.2020
Lead Civil Paralegal-Personal Injury, Wrongful Death and Medical Malpractice
Simon, Greenstone, Panatier, P.C. (Plaintiff Firm)
02.2018 - 12.2020
Civil Litigation Paralegal- Personal Injury
Frenkel & Frenkel (Plaintiff Firm)
11.2017 - 02.2018
Civil Litigation Paralegal to Senior Partner, Andy Sommerman, Esq.-Personal Injury and Malpractice
Sommerman, McCaffity & Quesada, L.L.P. (Plaintiff Firm)
05.2017 - 11.2017
Litigation Paralegal to Senior Partners. Personal Injury, Municipal Court Matters, Wrongful Death, Nursing Home Negligence, Medical Malpractice
D'Arcy Johnson Day, P.C. (Plaintiff Firm)
11.2004 - 05.2017
Drug and Alcohol Counselor
Institue For Human Development
01.2001 - 11.2004
Human Resources Specialist
Ballys Casino And Resort
12.1999 - 01.2001
Bachelor of Arts -
Rutgers University
A.A.S with focus in Paralegal Studies -
Atlantic Cape Community College
A.A. Drug and Alcohol Abuse Certification -
Atlantic Care Behavioral Health & Atlantic Cape Community College
J.D. - Law
UNT College of Law
Master of Jurisprudence -
St. Mary's University School of Law
Egg Harbor Township High School
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