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SANDRA G. CRAWLEY

SANDRA G. CRAWLEY

Owings Mills,MD

Summary

Trusted Paralegal offering extensive legal skill set, proficiency in managing large caseloads and capacity to meet deadlines. Over 40 years of experience in Personal Injury, Asbestos, Medical Malpractice, Toxic Torts, Social Security Disability, Property Management, Tenants Rights, Family Law, Wrongful Death, and Workers' Compensation cases.

Overview

38
38
years of professional experience

Work History

Litigation Paralegal

BENNETT & HEYMAN, P.A.
Pikesville,, MD
05.2022 - Current
  • Maintained an organized file system for all case related materials.
  • Provided administrative support such as scheduling meetings and appointments.
  • Analyzed medical records to identify pertinent facts that could be used in a court proceeding.
  • Organized large volumes of data into databases for use in document reviews or case management systems.
  • Used state and federal electronic filing systems.
  • Interviewed clients on interrogatories and recorded answers in writing, reviewing answers with attorneys and preparing answers in final form for submission.
  • Responded to client calls and inquiries to deliver applicable information.
  • Drafted correspondence, documented data and submitted materials to appropriate parties.

Guest Services Team Member

S.A.F.E. MANAGEMENT, INC.
Baltimore, MD
09.2021 - Current
  • Works successfully with a diverse group of coworkers to create and maintain an enjoyable and S.A.F.E
  • Environment to ensure successful crowd management at Baltimore Ravens and Orioles Sporting Events, College Sporting Events, and Musical Events
  • Welcome a large volume of guests while conducting check-in process
  • Assist with training of new employees
  • Promote high level of guest satisfaction through genuine, enthusiastic and friendly interactions
  • Arrange special accommodations for guests to enhance visitor experiences

Litigation Paralegal

ONUKWUGHA & ASSOCIATES, LLC
Laurel, MD
01.2019 - 05.2022
  • Initiate and respond to claims, prepare and file PIP applications, arrange for rental cars, appraisals, request medical records and bills, Lien information, set up medical appointments, and disburse settlement checks
  • Draft correspondence, document data and submit materials to appropriate parties
  • Respond to client calls and inquiries to deliver applicable information
  • Aid senior leadership during executive decision-making process, meeting with clients to research cases, collect data, prepare settlement packages and interpret information
  • Obtain, review, and summarize medical records, consulting outside experts and arranging for medical examinations when relevant to cases
  • Interview clients on interrogatories and record answers in writing, reviewing answers with attorneys and preparing answers in final form for submission
  • Track data, create graphs and complete calculations using Microsoft Excel

Litigation Paralegal

MURPHY, FALCON & MURPHY
Baltimore, MD
08.2017 - 10.2018
  • Performed variety of automated support tasks necessary to prepare, organize, index, develop and manage exhibits, evidence and data relevant to cases
  • Used state and federal electronic filing systems
  • Obtained, reviewed and summarized medical records at direction of trial attorneys
  • Knowledgeable dealing with pleadings, affidavits, motions, and subpoena preparation
  • Facilitated efficient communication between judges, court administration, government agencies and attorneys
  • Researched and complied data regarding the food, talcum powder, and weed killer
  • Possible health effects of various chemicals in commercial baby
  • Communicated pertinent information to clients via phone, email and mail

Senior Paralegal

LAW OFFICE OF MARLENE A. JOHNSON, P.C.
Pikesville, MD
08.2014 - 01.2017
  • Trained new employees with focus on performance strategies, company procedures and legal requirements
  • Identified and analyzed legal documents, discoveries and contracts
  • Organized and tracked attorney calendars, prepared mailings and handled high call volumes
  • Used WestLaw and LexisNexis to examine secondary sources, statutory and case law and federal and state regulations
  • Prepared Bankruptcy Petitions, Guardianship Petitions, Child Custody and Adoption Petitions, Estate Accountings, Divorce Petitions, and Social Security Disability Petitions

Asbestos Paralegal

SEGAL MCCAMBRIDGE
Baltimore, MD
03.2003 - 08.2014
  • Filed pleadings and paperwork with court clerk to meet strict deadlines
  • Entered client data into client database to manage records and customer relationships
  • Prepared clients for appointments, depositions and testimony
  • Organized exhibits for trial by preparing materials and supporting documentation
  • Partnered with attorneys to provide detailed performance reports for corrective action planning
  • Spearheaded special legal projects through emergency resolutions to reduce time
  • Detailed rules for trial procedure and requirements for class action suits

Fair Housing Director/Paralegal Specialist

BALTIMORE NEIGHBORHOODS, INC.
Baltimore, MD
06.1994 - 02.2003
  • Collaborated with team members to identify and accomplish agency objectives
  • Developed and incorporated community-based programs to meet various needs and monitored each program's effectiveness
  • Identified and hired talented individuals bringing valuable skills and great experience to team
  • Analyzed data from surveys, referrals and follow-up services on financial, legal, crisis intervention, community referrals and outreach services
  • Worked successfully with diverse group of coworkers to accomplish goals and address issues related to our products and services

Litigation Paralegal

OBER, KALER, GRIMES & SHRIVER
Baltimore, MD
01.1987 - 05.1994
  • Performed variety of automated support tasks necessary to prepare, organize, index, develop and manage exhibits, evidence and data relevant to cases
  • Assisted litigation teams on legal automation requirements and systems capabilities to facilitate investigatory or litigation decisions, trial preparation and trial presentation
  • Analyzed incoming data from sources and provided detailed reports to case teams in the first consolidated Asbestos trials
  • Analyzed work product and created document productions using database platforms and performing quality control reviews and revising or improving documents where appropriate
  • Oversaw 300+ Workers' Compensation cases for a major insurance company

Education

BACHELOR OF ARTS - SOCIOLOGY/PARALEGAL STUDIES

Virginia Union University
Richmond, VA

Skills

  • Reliable and trustworthy
  • Critical thinking
  • Organizational skills
  • Leadership
  • Legal document review
  • Legal Research
  • Document organization
  • Witness interviews
  • Trial preparation
  • Court filings

Accomplishments

  • Successfully coordinated firm marketing event in London, England for 500+ attorneys and guests.
  • Assisted at trial resulting in favorable verdicts for high profile clients in cases involving Johnson and Johnson, Equifax, A.H. Robins Dalkon Shield, R.J. Reynolds, Playtex Toxic Shock Syndrome, and Abate I Asbestos Trials.
  • Favorable high dollar settlement for clients involving housing discrimination.
  • Participation in the multi-million dollar settlement of the Jordan McNair wrongful death matter.

Timeline

Litigation Paralegal

BENNETT & HEYMAN, P.A.
05.2022 - Current

Guest Services Team Member

S.A.F.E. MANAGEMENT, INC.
09.2021 - Current

Litigation Paralegal

ONUKWUGHA & ASSOCIATES, LLC
01.2019 - 05.2022

Litigation Paralegal

MURPHY, FALCON & MURPHY
08.2017 - 10.2018

Senior Paralegal

LAW OFFICE OF MARLENE A. JOHNSON, P.C.
08.2014 - 01.2017

Asbestos Paralegal

SEGAL MCCAMBRIDGE
03.2003 - 08.2014

Fair Housing Director/Paralegal Specialist

BALTIMORE NEIGHBORHOODS, INC.
06.1994 - 02.2003

Litigation Paralegal

OBER, KALER, GRIMES & SHRIVER
01.1987 - 05.1994

BACHELOR OF ARTS - SOCIOLOGY/PARALEGAL STUDIES

Virginia Union University

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