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Sandra K. Dyal

Sandra K. Dyal

Middleburg,Florida

Summary

Paralegal with 20 years of experience in legal research, document preparation, and case management. Demonstrated success in supporting legal teams and clients in high-pressure environments. Exceptional attention to detail and dedication to producing high-quality work. Skilled in managing complex cases and ensuring compliance with legal standards.

Overview

25
25
years of professional experience

Work History

Holland Law
Jacksonville, Florida
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.

(Retired)

Jay Howell & Associates
Jacksonville, Florida
05.2011 - 05.2015
  • 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.

Edwards & Ragatz
Jacksonville, Florida
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
Jacksonville, Florida
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
Jacksonville, Florida
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

  • MS Office Suite proficiency
  • Dropbox expertise
  • Legal research skills
  • Effective communication

Affiliations

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

Timeline

Holland Law
05.2015 - Current

(Retired)

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