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Sandra K. Dyal

Sandra K. Dyal

Middleburg,Florida

Summary

Dedicated and detail-oriented paralegal with 20 plus years of experience in legal research, document preparation, and case management. I am seeking to contribute by providing exceptional support to an extraordinary team and clients in a dynamic environment.

Detail-oriented individual with exceptional communication and project management skills. Proven ability to handle multiple tasks effectively and efficiently in fast-paced environments. Recognized for taking proactive approach to identifying and addressing issues, with focus on optimizing processes and supporting team objectives.

Overview

25
25
years of professional experience

Work History

Holland Law
05.2015 - Current
  • Conduct legal research using LexisNexis to support case preparation for personal injury cases, specifically Traumatic Brain Injury and FELA litigation.
  • Draft and review legal documents, including pleadings, medical summaries, discovery summaries, motions, discovery materials, ensuring accuracy and compliance with court requirements.
  • Manage case files and maintain organized documentation.
  • Coordinate with clients, witnesses, and court personnel to schedule hearings, depositions and meetings.
  • Assist attorney and co-counsel during trials by preparing exhibits, organizing evidence, attendance and taking detailed notes throughout the trials.
  • Assisting multiple co-counsels and staff in the State of Florida, Georgia, Alabama and Kentucky during litigation.
  • Direct communication with retained and non-retained experts in preparing documents and exhibits for review and consideration.
  • Perform administrative tasks, such as billing, calendaring deadlines, and maintaining client database.

Jay Howell & Associates
05.2011 - 05.2015
  • Company Overview: (Retired)
  • Conduct legal research using LexisNexis to support case preparation for personal injury cases, specifically personal injury and premises liability.
  • Draft and review legal documents, including pleadings, medical summaries, discovery summaries, motions, discovery materials, ensuring accuracy and compliance with court requirements.
  • Manage case files and maintain organized documentation.
  • Coordinate with clients, witnesses, and court personnel to schedule hearings, depositions and meetings.
  • Assist attorney and co-counsel during trials by preparing exhibits, organizing evidence, and taking detailed notes.
  • Perform administrative tasks, such as billing, calendaring deadlines, and maintaining client database.
  • (Retired)

Edwards & Ragatz
05.2010 - 05.2011
  • Draft and review legal documents, including pleadings, medical summaries, discovery summaries, motions, discovery materials, ensuring accuracy and compliance with court requirements.
  • Manage case files and maintain organized documentation.
  • Coordinate with clients, witnesses, and court personnel to schedule hearings, depositions and meetings.
  • Assist attorney and co-counsel during trials by preparing exhibits, organizing evidence, and taking detailed notes.
  • Perform administrative tasks, such as billing, calendaring deadlines, and maintaining client database.

Schuler & Lee
07.2006 - 05.2010
  • Draft and review legal documents, including pleadings, medical summaries, discovery summaries, motions, discovery materials, ensuring accuracy and compliance with court requirements.
  • Manage case files and maintain organized documentation.
  • Coordinate with clients, witnesses, and court personnel to schedule hearings, depositions and meetings.
  • Assist attorney and co-counsel during trials by preparing exhibits, organizing evidence, and taking detailed notes.
  • Perform administrative tasks, such as billing, calendaring deadlines, and maintaining client database.

Webb & O'Quinn
05.2000 - 07.2006
  • Draft and review legal documents, including pleadings, medical summaries, discovery summaries, motions, discovery materials, ensuring accuracy and compliance with court requirements.
  • Manage case files and maintain organized documentation.
  • Coordinate with clients, witnesses, and court personnel to schedule hearings, depositions and meetings.
  • Assist attorney and co-counsel during trials by preparing exhibits, organizing evidence, and taking detailed notes.
  • Perform administrative tasks, such as billing, calendaring deadlines, and maintaining client database.

Education

Associate Degree - Paralegal Studies

Florida Community College
Jacksonville, Florida
01.1993

Skills

  • Proficient in Microsoft Office tools
  • Experienced with Dropbox
  • Skilled in legal research
  • Strong verbal and written communication

Affiliations

  • Veterans of Foreign Wars (VFW)
  • American Legion
  • The Fraternal Order of Eagles

Timeline

Holland Law
05.2015 - Current

Jay Howell & Associates
05.2011 - 05.2015

Edwards & Ragatz
05.2010 - 05.2011

Schuler & Lee
07.2006 - 05.2010

Webb & O'Quinn
05.2000 - 07.2006

Associate Degree - Paralegal Studies

Florida Community College

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