Sherrie Lockhart-Johnson
Los Angeles,California
Summary
Experienced Paralegal with 22 years of experience in managing case files, preparing exhibits for court hearings, and reviewing contracts. Proven ability to transport evidence, documentation, and presentation materials to and from proceedings. Demonstrated expertise in providing support to legal teams in developing breach of contract defenses. Results-driven professional skilled in researching legal case information and preparing necessary correspondence with strong understanding of legal terminology and processes. Adept in maintaining confidential records and client information. Pleasantly assists attorneys in preparing for trials and other legal proceedings. Goal-oriented experienced in providing administrative support to legal departments with focus on document management. Demonstrated ability in interpreting legal documents and policies.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
Work History
Child Support Specialist
Los Angeles County
08.2002 - Current
- Prepared exhibits for court hearings and transported evidence, documentation and presentation materials to and from proceedings.
- Reviewed contracts and reported findings to support legal team in development of breach of contract defenses.
- Maintained case files and documented actions.
- Helped attorneys prepare for trial by organizing exhibits and calling on witnesses to testify at hearings.
- Reduced attorney workload by drafting routine legal documents such as pleadings, motions, and affidavits.
- Edited and proofread legal documents to verify accuracy.
- Prepared legal briefs, motions, and pleadings.
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge of changes in laws or regulations relevant to practice areas through continuous professional development opportunities such as seminars or webinars.
- Summarized depositions, legal documents and other material to provide attorney with relevant material for cases.
- 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.
- Contributed to firm-client relationship building through professional interactions with clients during meetings or phone calls, conveying empathy while maintaining confidentiality.
- Assisted attorneys with trial preparation through thorough research and analysis of relevant laws and regulations.
- Interviewed clients to obtain information relevant to cases.
- Contacted clients to schedule appointments and discuss progress of cases.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Political Science
UC BERKELEY
Berkeley, CA12.2008
J.D. - LAW
The Santa Barbara And Ventura Colleges of Law
Ventura, CA04.2024
CERTIFICATION - Paralegal Studies
UCLA
Westwood, CA03.2017
Skills
- Conflict Resolution
- Relationship Building
- Case Summaries
- Legal Terminology
- Legal Correspondence
- Critical Thinking
- Microsoft Office
- Decision making
- Legal Research
- Complex Problem Solving
- Document filing
- Proficient in MS Office
- Document Preparation
- Administrative Support
- Case Management
- Legal Compliance
- Exceptional writer
- Court transcription
Timeline
Child Support Specialist
Los Angeles County
08.2002 - Current
Bachelor of Arts - Political Science
UC BERKELEY
J.D. - LAW
The Santa Barbara And Ventura Colleges of Law
CERTIFICATION - Paralegal Studies
UCLA
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