Sarah Olive-Smith
Navarre,FL
Summary
Dynamic paralegal with extensive experience at Lynchard & Seely, PLLC. Experienced with legal research, document preparation, and case management. Uses organizational skills and attention to detail to maintain accurate case files and support attorneys effectively. Knowledge of legal procedures and protocols ensures seamless workflow and contributes to successful case outcomes.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Paralegal
Lynchard & Seely, PLLC
08.2017 - Current
- Conducted legal research and analysis to support case preparation and strategy development.
- Drafted, reviewed, and filed legal documents, ensuring compliance with court procedures and deadlines.
- Coordinated communication between clients, attorneys, and external parties to streamline information flow.
- Managed case files, maintaining organization and accuracy
- Facilitated client meetings by summarizing case status and addressing inquiries effectively.
- Reduced attorney workload by drafting routine legal documents such as pleadings, motions, and affidavits.
- Managed scheduling of court calendars and deadlines to maintain smooth flow of firm operations.
- Prepared various estate planning documents for clients.
- Assisted with Medicaid Planning strategies and implementation of such strategies. Applied for Medicare for clients.
- Prepared business formation documents for filing with the State of Florida, along with Operating Agreements, filing for EIN, and preparation of corporate books.
- Mentored junior paralegals on best practices for document management and case handling.
- Assisted counsel in preparing answers, providing documentation, and information for discovery request.
- Liaised with other paralegals and legal staff to complete common tasks on schedule.
- Contributed to firm-client relationship building through professional interactions with clients during meetings or phone calls, conveying empathy while maintaining confidentiality.
- Communicated with clients, opposing counsel and court personnel to keep all parties informed on case updates.
- Summarized depositions, legal documents and other material to provide attorney with relevant material for cases.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Legal Studies
University of West Florida
Penscola, FL05-2014
Associate of Science - Social Studies
Chowan College
Murfreesboro, NC05-1996
Skills
- Legal research
- Proficient in MS office
- Case management
- Client communication
- Office administration
- Document drafting
- Notary public
- Document preparation
- Calendar management
- Administrative support
- Research and data collection
- File organization
- Proofreading
- Attorney support
- Trial preparation assistance
- Court filing
- Exhibit preparation
Timeline
Paralegal
Lynchard & Seely, PLLC
08.2017 - Current
Bachelor of Arts - Legal Studies
University of West Florida
Associate of Science - Social Studies
Chowan College
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