Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Certification
Affiliations
Interests
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Sherri Amick

Sherri Amick

Lexington,SC

Summary

Dynamic paralegal with extensive experience at SCDSS-Richland County, adept at legal research and client communication. Proven track record of enhancing case efficiency and achieving successful outcomes through meticulous document preparation and proactive problem-solving. Recognized for exceptional writing skills and ability to foster collaborative environments, ensuring compliance with court procedures.

Overview

31
31
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Paralegal

SCDSS-Richland County
07.2015 - Current
  • Facilitated onboarding by explaining organizational guidelines.
  • Assisted attorneys in preparing for trials, leading to successful outcomes and client satisfaction.
  • Maintained up-to-date knowledge of legal developments by participating in continuing education programs.
  • Supported skill development for junior paralegals.
  • Ensured compliance with court deadlines by closely monitoring schedules and assigning tasks accordingly.
  • Compiled essential pleadings for various cases.
  • Managed scheduling of court calendars and deadlines to maintain smooth flow of firm operations.
  • Assembled dockets pertaining to child protection proceedings in Richland County.
  • Edited and proofread legal documents to verify accuracy.
  • Liaised with other paralegals and legal staff to complete common tasks on schedule.
  • Communicated with clients, opposing counsel and court personnel to keep all parties informed on case updates.
  • Communicated pertinent information to clients via phone, email, and mail.
  • Produced legal documents such as briefs, pleadings and appeals.
  • Reviewed, edited and proofread litigation for proper grammar, spelling and punctuation.
  • Attended court hearings to take notes and document proceedings.
  • Wrote and filed pleadings with Family court on schedule to maximize case success.
  • Conducted regular updates for the legal database.
  • Enhanced case efficiency by organizing and maintaining legal documents, files, and correspondence.
  • Ensured compliance with court rules and procedures by accurately preparing and submitting legal filings within established timeframes.
  • Conferred with clients and other involved parties to gather and track case information.

Administrative Coordinator-Supervising Paralegal

SCDSS-Office of General Counsel
07.2005 - 07.2015
  • Supervised the paralegal and administrative staff.
  • Interviewed, hired and trained all paralegal and administrative staff for the General Counsel.
  • Facilitated smooth day-to-day operations by anticipating needs, proactively addressing potential issues, and efficiently resolving problems as they arose.
  • Maintained the annual budget for the General office.
  • Managed and maintained electronic and paper-based filing systems to keep essential documents and information easily accessible and organized.
  • Proactively identified opportunities for improving administrative processes, implementing changes that led to increased efficiency and effectiveness.
  • Managed and processed all Human Resource paperwork for the General Counsel to be submitted for processing.
  • Performed legal research for the General Counsel regarding issues related to child welfare or other pertinent case law related to social services.
  • Managed and processed all Procurement forms for the General Counsel for processing.

Paralegal

Maynard Nexsen
02.2000 - 07.2005
  • 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.
  • Enhanced case efficiency by organizing and maintaining legal documents, files, and correspondence.
  • Assisted counsel in preparing answers, providing documentation, and information for discovery request.
  • Contributed to firm-client relationship building through professional interactions with clients during meetings or phone calls, conveying empathy while maintaining confidentiality.
  • Maintained and updated organized client contact information to keep in touch with clients and provide updates on cases.
  • Prepared legal briefs, motions, and pleadings.
  • Helped attorneys prepare for trial by organizing exhibits and calling on witnesses to testify at hearings.
  • Improved document organization by implementing a comprehensive file management system for easy access to essential case materials.
  • Streamlined communication between clients and legal staff by managing client inquiries promptly and professionally.
  • Ensured compliance with court rules and procedures by accurately preparing and submitting legal filings within established timeframes.
  • Facilitated timely and accurate billing by recording billable hours, expenses, and other relevant information in the firm''s billing system.
  • Assisted in preparation of settlement proposals and agreements to help attorneys negotiate settlement in best interest of client.
  • Conferred with clients and other involved parties to gather and track case information.
  • Assisted attorneys with trial preparation through thorough research and analysis of relevant laws and regulations.
  • Summarized depositions, legal documents and other material to provide attorney with relevant material for cases.
  • Expedited document review process by conducting initial reviews of key documents for relevance and privilege status.
  • Aided settlement negotiations with effective summary reports outlining key points from discovery materials for use during mediation sessions or pretrial settlement talks.
  • Saved firm resources by conducting cost-effective legal research using both traditional library resources and online databases such as LexisNexis or Westlaw.
  • Improved team productivity by coordinating with attorneys to prioritize and delegate tasks effectively.
  • Streamlined office communication and improved case management with meticulous record-keeping and scheduling.
  • Improved client trust and satisfaction, providing comprehensive support and updates throughout case progression.
  • Optimized legal proceedings with precise preparation of trial notebooks and evidence.
  • Contributed to successful case outcomes through diligent fact investigation and witness interviews.
  • Increased efficiency in legal document production with advanced proficiency in legal software applications.
  • Facilitated smoother trial preparations, organizing exhibits and coordinating witnesses.
  • Enhanced accuracy of case analysis with diligent fact-checking and legal research.
  • Bolstered firm's reputation by consistently maintaining high standards of confidentiality and professionalism.
  • Conducted in-depth legal research for supporting case strategy development, significantly contributing to positive outcomes.
  • Increased client satisfaction with thorough research and prompt response to inquiries.
  • Assisted in drafting legal documents, ensuring compliance with court requirements and deadlines.
  • Communicated pertinent information to clients via phone, email, and mail.
  • Contacted clients to schedule appointments and discuss progress of cases.
  • Revised and finalized letters, briefs, and memos.
  • Interviewed clients to obtain information relevant to cases.
  • Collaborated with attorneys to develop strategies for each case.
  • Produced legal documents such as briefs, pleadings and appeals.
  • Reviewed, edited and proofread litigation for proper grammar, spelling and punctuation.
  • Researched statutes, decisions, legal articles, and codes.
  • Attended court hearings and depositions to take notes and document proceedings.
  • Researched and analyzed legal issues and cases to provide accurate advice to clients.
  • Assisted attorneys with reviewing and organizing witness reports.
  • Contacted witnesses to testify under oath at court hearings.

Paralegal

Suggs & Kelly
09.1994 - 01.2000
  • Boosted office productivity by maintaining an accurate calendar of appointments, deadlines, and court appearances.
  • Conducted detailed client intakes and entered information into company database.
  • Managed complex cases efficiently using specialized software programs designed for paralegal work to track information related to multiple parties over long periods of time.
  • Contributed to successful case outcomes through diligent fact investigation and witness interviews.
  • Fostered collaborative environment, facilitating communication between legal teams and clients.
  • Facilitated smoother trial preparations, organizing exhibits and coordinating witnesses.
  • Enhanced accuracy of case analysis with diligent fact-checking and legal research.
  • Bolstered firm's reputation by consistently maintaining high standards of confidentiality and professionalism.
  • Increased client satisfaction with thorough research and prompt response to inquiries.
  • Assisted in drafting legal documents, ensuring compliance with court requirements and deadlines.
  • Contacted clients to schedule appointments and discuss progress of cases.
  • Revised and finalized letters, briefs, and memos.
  • Interviewed clients to obtain information relevant to cases.
  • Collaborated with attorneys to develop strategies for each case.
  • Attended court hearings and depositions to take notes and document proceedings.
  • Assisted attorneys with reviewing and organizing witness reports.
  • Contacted witnesses to testify under oath at court hearings.
  • Edited and proofread legal documents to verify accuracy.
  • Liaised with other paralegals and legal staff to complete common tasks on schedule.
  • Produced legal documents such as briefs, pleadings and appeals.
  • Reviewed, edited and proofread litigation for proper grammar, spelling and punctuation.
  • 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.
  • Assisted counsel in preparing answers, providing documentation, and information for discovery request.

Education

Associates Degree - Paralegal Studies

Midlands Technical College
West Columbia, SC
05.1994

Skills

  • Legal research
  • Proficient in MS office
  • Case management
  • Client communication
  • Office administration
  • Document drafting
  • Document preparation
  • Calendar management
  • Administrative support
  • Research and data collection
  • Legal writing
  • File organization
  • Proofreading
  • Attorney support
  • Trial preparation assistance
  • File and records management
  • Case summaries
  • Litigation support
  • Records management
  • Document filing
  • Legal compliance
  • Legal transcription
  • Court filing
  • Database research
  • Exhibit preparation
  • Legal analysis
  • Exceptional writer
  • Discovery management
  • Project management
  • Negotiation
  • Deposition summaries
  • Civil law
  • Interviewing witnesses
  • Court transcription
  • Conflict mediation
  • Account administration
  • Risk management
  • Alternative dispute resolution
  • Evidence analysis
  • Compliance monitoring
  • Witness interviewing
  • Statutory interpretation
  • Troubleshooting complex problems
  • Document control support
  • Pre-trial preparation
  • Calendar oversight
  • Motion drafting
  • Subpoena coordination
  • Legal case files
  • Client intake procedures
  • File pleadings
  • Expertise in legal proceedings
  • Civil litigation
  • Legal evaluation
  • Case file organization
  • Policy research
  • Brief writing
  • Deposition scheduling
  • Legal research skills
  • Documenting
  • Public records research expertise
  • Effective multitasking
  • Attention to detail
  • Critical thinking
  • Legal document preparation
  • Document management
  • Client support
  • Multitasking
  • Customer service
  • Legal correspondence
  • Correspondence and legal forms
  • Case file management
  • Workload management
  • Deadline monitoring
  • LexisNexis
  • Work prioritization
  • Schedule coordination
  • Correspondence writing
  • Document editing
  • Pleading drafting
  • Court document filing
  • Document organization
  • Filing system organization
  • Legal and court processes
  • Client billing
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Legal terminology
  • Family Law

Certification

Public Manager Certification

Affiliations

Chapin Baptist Church

Interests

Youth and children ministry

Timeline

Paralegal

SCDSS-Richland County
07.2015 - Current

Administrative Coordinator-Supervising Paralegal

SCDSS-Office of General Counsel
07.2005 - 07.2015

Paralegal

Maynard Nexsen
02.2000 - 07.2005

Paralegal

Suggs & Kelly
09.1994 - 01.2000

Associates Degree - Paralegal Studies

Midlands Technical College

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