Sheronda Myers
Fairfield,California
Summary
Experienced leader with strong background in guiding teams, managing complex projects, and achieving strategic objectives. Excels in developing efficient processes, ensuring high standards, and aligning efforts with organizational goals. Known for collaborative approach and commitment to excellence.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Legal Secretary
SEIU 1000 - Temp worker
Sacramento
01.2024 - 07.2024
- Drafting letters to members, Calendaring, Filed documents with SPB (State Personnel Board)
- Scheduled and made appointments for 3 attorneys.
Paralegal
Law Offices of Micheal A. Thompson
Vallejo
02.2020 - 10.2020
- Filed documents with State Courts, Drafted oppositions, pleadings, and legal briefs, Effectively used LexisNexis and Westlaw for legal research, Scheduled depositions for supervising attorney
Workers' Compensation Paralegal
Law Office of Robert E. Wood
Oakland
05.2018 - 02.2020
- Filed documents with Workers' Compensation Appeals Board (WCAB), Drafted letters to clients and Defense Attorney's, Prepared exhibits for trial, Maintained client files and communicated with clients regarding case updates and status, Spoke with clients to address concerns, Conducted client intake appointments, Scheduled depositions, doctor appointments, hearings with WCAB, Filed writs, answers to writs and petitions with 1st District Court of Appeal using TrueFiling
Paralegal
Maynard, Cooper and Gale, LLP
San Francisco
08.2017 - 05.2018
- Worked directly with a Mergers & Acquisition attorney to create and file documents pertaining to start-up ventures for new and/or existing corporations, Drafted LLC Formation Agreements for new business ventures, Drafted and filed pleadings with the State and Federal Courts, Pulled charters for attorneys via third-party vendors, Filed Employer Identification Number (EIN) requests, Administrative tasks such as drafting engagement letters, red-lining documents, and uploading documents to server, Worked with Worldox software
- Prepared legal briefs, motions, and pleadings.
- Assisted counsel in preparing answers, providing documentation, and information for discovery request.
- Edited and proofread legal documents to verify accuracy.
- Helped attorneys prepare for trial by organizing exhibits and calling on witnesses to testify at hearings.
- Communicated with clients, opposing counsel and court personnel to keep all parties informed on case updates.
- Managed scheduling of court calendars and deadlines to maintain smooth flow of firm operations.
- Maintained and updated organized client contact information to keep in touch with clients and provide updates on cases.
- Liaised with other paralegals and legal staff to complete common tasks on schedule.
- Revised and finalized letters, briefs, and memos.
- Contacted clients to schedule appointments and discuss progress of cases.
- Communicated pertinent information to clients via phone, email, and mail.
- Produced legal documents such as briefs, pleadings and appeals.
- Collaborated with attorneys to develop strategies for each case.
- Reviewed, edited and proofread litigation for proper grammar, spelling and punctuation.
Education
J.D. -
University of The Pacific, McGeorge School of Law
Sacramento, CA05.2027
Bachelor of Arts - | Criminal Justice Studies
San Francisco State University
San Francisco, CA05.2017
Associate of Arts - | Paralegal Studies
College of The Canyons
Valencia, CA12.2014
Timeline
Legal Secretary
SEIU 1000 - Temp worker
01.2024 - 07.2024
Paralegal
Law Offices of Micheal A. Thompson
02.2020 - 10.2020
Workers' Compensation Paralegal
Law Office of Robert E. Wood
05.2018 - 02.2020
Paralegal
Maynard, Cooper and Gale, LLP
08.2017 - 05.2018
J.D. -
University of The Pacific, McGeorge School of Law
Bachelor of Arts - | Criminal Justice Studies
San Francisco State University
Associate of Arts - | Paralegal Studies
College of The Canyons
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