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SARAH LYNCH

Fort Lauderdale,FL

Summary

Background in civil litigation, in-house insurance Defense experience and catastrophic damages. Skilled litigation support professional well-versed research and due diligence, fact investigations and records management. Professional writing and editing, data organization and documentation strengths. Day to day includes pulling records, drafting motions and managing litigation calendars and case files. Excellent communication and planning skills with a hardworking and dedicated nature. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.

Overview

9
9
years of professional experience

Work History

Litigation Paralegal

Universal Property & Casualty Insurance
11.2020 - Current
  • Increased case efficiency by streamlining document management and organization processes
  • Enhanced attorney preparation for trial by conducting thorough legal research and drafting memoranda
  • Maintained client satisfaction by providing regular updates on case progress and addressing concerns promptly
  • Drafted pleadings, motions, and briefs in compliance with court rules, leading to successful outcomes in numerous cases
  • Managed high-volume caseloads effectively by creating organized systems for tracking deadlines and prioritizing tasks
  • Contributed to the development of firm-wide best practices for paralegal work through active participation in team meetings and training sessions
  • Ensured accurate record-keeping by maintaining up-to-date case files, both physical and electronic formats
  • Monitored changes in litigation trends and regulations, keeping the legal team informed of potential impacts on cases
  • Assisted in securing favorable settlements for clients by drafting persuasive settlement proposals and negotiating terms
  • Streamlined deposition preparation process by summarizing transcripts efficiently, allowing attorneys more time for strategic planning
  • Organized evidence, exhibits, motions and subpoenas to support cases and prepare for trial
  • Completed electronic court filings at state and federal levels
  • Created weekly, monthly and quarterly expense reports.

Executive Assistant to the Chief Executive Officer

Prominent Status Influencer Consulting
03.2015 - 11.2020
  • Optimized scheduling efficiency by coordinating meetings, appointments, and travel arrangements for the CEO.
  • Enhanced productivity with meticulous organization of documents and files for easy access and retrieval.
  • Managed complex projects to successful completion, ensuring timely delivery of results to the CEO.
  • Maintained confidentiality by handling sensitive information with discretion and professionalism.
  • Supported decision-making processes by compiling research data and presenting findings to the CEO.
  • Reduced expenses through effective negotiation of vendor contracts for office supplies and services.
  • Assisted in budget management by monitoring expenditures, processing expense reports, and reconciling accounts for the executive office.
  • Managed complex calendar scheduling with focus on proper allocation of executive availability.
  • Created expense reports, budgets, and filing systems for management team.
  • Drafted agreements and NDAs for CEO's review, and negotiated agreements with clients.

Education

Associate of Arts -

Broward College
Fort Lauderdale, FL
05.2013

High School Diploma -

Piper High School
Tamarac, FL
01.2011

Skills

  • Evidence Gathering & Research Facts
  • Motions & Pleadings Drafting
  • Case Support Skills
  • Subpoena Preparation
  • Document Organization
  • Trial Works (case management)
  • Atlas (insurance claim management)
  • Iconosquare (social media analytics management)
  • ZOHO Client Relationship Management
  • Case Summaries
  • Trial Preparation
  • Litigation Review
  • Meeting Preparation
  • Manage Schedules

Timeline

Litigation Paralegal

Universal Property & Casualty Insurance
11.2020 - Current

Executive Assistant to the Chief Executive Officer

Prominent Status Influencer Consulting
03.2015 - 11.2020

Associate of Arts -

Broward College

High School Diploma -

Piper High School

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