Shelley Poole
Tyler,TX
Summary
Reliable team member with strong communication skills ande ability to adjust work for various environments. Handles modifications, requests and feedback from colleagues, clients and vendors in efficient manner, understanding needs of all parties involved. Flexible in adapting work style to fit different projects and juggling multiple assignments within tight deadlines. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals. To seek and maintain full-time position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem-solving skills.
Overview
34
34
years of professional experience
Work History
Paralegal
Martin Walker, PC
03.2014 - Current
- Conducted detailed client intakes and entered information into company database.
- Assisted counsel in preparing answers, providing documentation, and information for discovery request.
- Prepared legal briefs, motions, and pleadings.
- Conferred with clients and other involved parties to gather and track case information.
- Contributed to successful case outcomes through diligent fact investigation and witness interviews.
- Helped attorneys prepare for trial by organizing exhibits and calling on witnesses to testify at hearings.
- Aided settlement negotiations with effective summary reports outlining key points from discovery materials for use during mediation sessions or pretrial settlement talks.
- Assisted in preparation of settlement proposals and agreements to help attorneys negotiate settlement in best interest of client.
- Ensured compliance with court rules and procedures by accurately preparing and submitting legal filings within established timeframes.
- Liaised with other paralegals and legal staff to complete common tasks on schedule.
- Summarized depositions, legal documents and other material to provide attorney with relevant material for cases.
- Reduced attorney workload by drafting routine legal documents such as pleadings, motions, and affidavits.
- Facilitated efficient case resolution by attending depositions, hearings, mediations, and trials as necessary to assist attorneys in the presentation of evidence or arguments.
- Boosted office productivity by maintaining an accurate calendar of appointments, deadlines, and court appearances.
- Managed scheduling of court calendars and deadlines to maintain smooth flow of firm operations.
- Assisted attorneys with trial preparation through thorough research and analysis of relevant laws and regulations.
Paralegal
Parker Law Firm
01.2011 - 03.2014
- Conducted detailed client intakes and entered information into company database.
- Assisted counsel in preparing answers, providing documentation, and information for discovery request.
- Conferred with clients and other involved parties to gather and track case information.
- Contributed to successful case outcomes through diligent fact investigation and witness interviews.
- Helped attorneys prepare for trial by organizing exhibits and calling on witnesses to testify at hearings.
- Aided settlement negotiations with effective summary reports outlining key points from discovery materials for use during mediation sessions or pretrial settlement talks.
- Ensured compliance with court rules and procedures by accurately preparing and submitting legal filings within established timeframes.
- Summarized depositions, legal documents and other material to provide attorney with relevant material for cases.
- Managed scheduling of court calendars and deadlines to maintain smooth flow of firm operations.
- Assisted attorneys with trial preparation through thorough research and analysis of relevant laws and regulations.
Legal Assistant
Sammons & Parker
02.2000 - 09.2002
- Managed accounts and client records of clients, observing confidentiality, and extreme discretion.
- Scheduled appointments, court appearances, and depositions for busy law firm.
- Completed electronic filings, initiated billing statements, and managed firm administrative matters.
- Handled office scheduling and made notes for deadlines, motions, and other important dates.
Legal Assistant
Findley Law Firm
03.1998 - 09.2000
- Managed accounts and client records of clients, observing confidentiality, and extreme discretion.
- Scheduled appointments, court appearances, and depositions for busy law firm.
- Handled office scheduling and made notes for deadlines, motions, and other important dates.
- Worked alongside attorneys, administrative assistants, and fellow legal assistants on complex cases and legal processes.
Runner/Legal Assistant
Charles H. Clark, PC
06.1990 - 03.1998
- Supported administrative staff with ad hoc duties such as photocopying and filing, increasing efficiency within the department.
- Ran errands for various employees throughout company.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Legal Assistant
Tyler Junior College
Tyler, TXNo Degree - Nursing
Tyler Junior College
Tyler, TXSkills
- Exhibit Preparation
- Litigation Support
- Document Filing
- Legal Jargon Knowledge
- Attorney Support
- Exceptional Writer
- Records Management
- Document Preparation
- Case Management
- Project Management
Timeline
Paralegal
Martin Walker, PC
03.2014 - Current
Paralegal
Parker Law Firm
01.2011 - 03.2014
Legal Assistant
Sammons & Parker
02.2000 - 09.2002
Legal Assistant
Findley Law Firm
03.1998 - 09.2000
Runner/Legal Assistant
Charles H. Clark, PC
06.1990 - 03.1998
Associate of Applied Science - Legal Assistant
Tyler Junior College
No Degree - Nursing
Tyler Junior College
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