Sabrina Schuler
Paralegal
Atlanta,GA
Summary
Results-driven professional skilled in researching legal case information and preparing necessary correspondence with strong understanding of legal terminology and processes. Adept in maintaining confidential records and client information. Pleasantly assists attorneys in preparing for trials and other legal proceedings.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
9
9
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Paralegal/Legal Assistant
KITCHENS KELLEY GAYNES, P.C.
Atlanta, NY
8 2018 - Current
- Assist Partner and Senior Associate with administrative functions such as preparing engagement letters, opening new matters, submitting conflicts searches, drafting documents and correspondence, expenses entries and registering for CLE courses
- Saved firm resources by conducting cost-effective legal research using both traditional library resources and online databases such as Westlaw.
- Produced legal documents such as briefs, pleadings and appeals.
- Helped attorneys prepare for trial by organizing exhibits and calling on witnesses to testify at hearings.
- Managed scheduling of court calendars and deadlines to maintain smooth flow of firm operations.
- Communicated pertinent information to clients via phone, email, and mail.
- Stayed abreast of industry developments and emerging trends by attending relevant seminars or workshops, applying newly acquired knowledge to enhance job performance continuously.
- Attended court hearings and depositions to take notes and document proceedings.
- Filed court documents and legal pleadings with court clerk on behalf of attorneys.
- Conducted background investigations on defendant.
Paralegal
LAW OFFICE OF ALLISON M. FURMAN, P.C.
New York, NY
05.2015 - 07.2018
- Facilitated timely resolution of cases through effective communication with opposing counsel and court personnel.
- Wrote and filed pleadings with Civil court on schedule to maximize case success.
- Collaborated with lead attorney and juror specialist to recommend effective strategies for Civil landlord tenant cases.
- Used document review tools to discover and inspect records.
- Communicated pertinent information to clients via phone, email, and mail.
- Maintained litigation database and document organization for Civil landlord tenant cases.
- Coordinated logistics for trials, including booking travel arrangements and accommodations for legal teams, witnesses, and support staff.
- Electronically filed documents on New York State Unified Court System and Case Management/Electronic Case Files (CM/ECF) system for federal matters
- Checked-in and monitored court cases at New York Civil and Supreme Courts
- Scheduled depositions including coordinated with opposing side; obtained court reporters and/or translators for depositions
- Served subpoenas upon city, state and/or private agencies.
- Created weekly, monthly, and quarterly expense reports using Sage Timeslots 2014.
Legal Assistant
CORNICELLO, TENDLER & BAUMEL-CORNICELLO, LLP
New York, NY
08.2008 - 05.2015
- Obtained Judgments and order Warrants of Eviction through Marshal's Office; Coordinated and communicated with Marshal's Office regarding evictions, rejected warrants and any special circumstances with scheduling evictions
- Prepared various exhibits for attorneys for public meetings, zoning commission meetings, and legal resolutions.
- Maintained strict confidentiality, protecting sensitive client information as required by legal ethics and regulations.
- Increased client satisfaction by efficiently managing case files and promptly addressing inquiries.
- Prepared for court hearings by organizing and summarizing documents, preparing exhibits and reviewing evidence.
- Organized documents to manage paper and electronic filing systems of clients.
- Assisted with trial preparation, including creation of exhibits, compilation of witness lists, and organization of evidence materials.
- Managed high-volume workload while maintaining strict attention to detail on every task such as drafting pleadings or summarizing depositions accurately.
Education
Paralegal Certificate - Paralegal Studies
Atlanta Metropolitan State College
Atlanta, GA 10.2023 - 03.2024
Master of Art in Emergency and Disaster Management - Emergency Management
American Public University System
Charles Town, WV 01.2013 - 05.2015
Bachelor of Arts - Criminal Justice
John Jay College of Criminal Justice
New York, NY 08.1999 - 06.2005
Skills
Data Confidentiality
undefinedHonorary Societies
- Golden Key International Honor Society
- Epsilon Pi Phi - Emergency Management Honor Society
Notary Public
True
Timeline
Paralegal Certificate - Paralegal Studies
Atlanta Metropolitan State College
10.2023 - 03.2024
Paralegal
LAW OFFICE OF ALLISON M. FURMAN, P.C.
05.2015 - 07.2018
Master of Art in Emergency and Disaster Management - Emergency Management
American Public University System
01.2013 - 05.2015
Legal Assistant
CORNICELLO, TENDLER & BAUMEL-CORNICELLO, LLP
08.2008 - 05.2015
Bachelor of Arts - Criminal Justice
John Jay College of Criminal Justice
08.1999 - 06.2005
Paralegal/Legal Assistant
KITCHENS KELLEY GAYNES, P.C.
8 2018 - Current
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