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SUDE CELIK

New York,USA

Summary

Experienced litigation support professional with a background in managing complex cases. Skilled in legal drafting, case coordination, research, and client communication. Strong organizational abilities and a track record of supporting attorneys through all stages of pre-litigation and litigation.

Overview

9
9
years of professional experience

Work History

Litigation Paralegal

Meirowitz & Wasserberg, LLP
12.2024 - Current

- Managing over 100 legal cases at the same time, from the beginning of a claim all the way through to court; handling everything from intake to resolution.

- Handling both cases in pre-suit and litigation, making sure nothing gets missed and everything moves forward on time.

- Drafting and filing legal documents through NYSCEF, including Bills of Particulars, Motions, Compliance Documents, Affirmations, and all other court-related filings and correspondence.

- Translating English, Italian, and Turkish to communicate with clients, translate documents, and make sure everyone understands what’s happening with their case.

- Preparing clients for depositions, 50-Hearings, IME's, etc.

- Scheduling depositions, court dates, attorney conferences, and other legal appointments.

- Digging into the facts of the cases; reviewing records, doing background research, detailed investigation, communicating with clients, and pulling together everything we need to build a strong case.

- Knowledge in NY and NY jurisdictions, court systems, also working on personal injury and premises cases in states such as FL, NC, AND CA.

- Using Smart Advocate, Lexitas, NYSCEF, and E-law, daily to track deadlines, manage documents, update case statuses, and keep everything organized and running smoothly.

- Handling the discovery process; drafting and responding to demands, organizing all the evidence, and preparing everything we need for court.

- Staying in constant communication with clients, defense attorneys, county clerks, insurance adjusters, and investigators.

- Creating timelines and litigation schedules for the attorneys, and managing their calendars to make sure we’re always ahead of every deadline.

Paralegal

Meirowitz & Wasserberg, LLP
08.2024 - 12.2024

- Handled No-Fault/PIP claims from start to finish; preparing and managing all related paperwork, timelines, and follow-ups.

- Completed and sent HIPAA forms and authorizations.

- Regularly communicated with insurance companies and defense counsel to discuss settlements, negotiate terms, and push cases forward.

- Prepared and sent full demand packages; organizing all the records, bills, loans, and case summaries to support claims.

- Maintained constant client communication; updating them on their case, answering questions, and guiding them through every step.

- Drafted and sent Letters of Representation to medical providers, insurance companies, and all relevant parties.

- Managed all incoming and outgoing certified mail and correspondence; keeping detailed records of everything sent and received.

- Helped organize and track all case-related mail, faxes, and electronic communications to make sure nothing was missed or delayed.

Legal Assistant

Meirowitz & Wasserberg, LLP
03.2024 - 08.2024

- Managed over 50+ pre-suit personal injury cases at the same time, working closely with attorneys and investigators to build strong claims from the start.

- Coordinated attorney schedules, client meetings, and intake appointments; handling logistics, calendar management, and follow-ups.

- Prepared and organized essential intake documents like retainer agreements, and other legal paperwork.

- Translated between English, Italian, and Turkish; communicating with clients, explaining legal processes, and translating documents.

- Assisted with early stage investigations such as collecting client statements, photos, police reports, medical records, and any supporting evidence.

- Solved problems for clients daily, including helping them navigate medical appointments, handling insurance questions, and resolving scheduling issues.

- Kept clients informed and comfortable throughout their case process, especially those with language barriers or complex cases.

- Worked directly with insurance companies, settlement conversations, and communicating medical providers to make sure all records and bills/liens are received and updated in real time.

Brand Marketing Intern

Publicon Agency
08.2022 - 08.2023

- Managed and tracked marketing campaigns across social media and email.

- Wrote content that helped increase engagement and grow the brand’s audience.

- Analyzed website and social media data to understand user behavior.

- Created weekly reports showing how campaigns performed and what needed improvement.

- Designed graphics and wrote emails that improved open and click rates.

- Helped turn research and trends into real strategies the team used.

Writer

Freelance
06.2021 - 08.2022

- Researched and wrote articles with accurate, detailed info on tight deadlines.

- Turned messy research into clear outlines and strong stories.

- Edited and proofread drafts for grammar, tone, and clarity.

- Kept up with news and trends to write relevant, timely content.

- Pitched story ideas to editors and followed through from concept to publication.

- Built strong relationships with sources and used interviews to support articles.

Backstage Assistant

Raisa - Vannessa
01.2019 - 09.2019

- Helped manage a fast-paced backstage environment during live shows.

- Handled last minute changes and requests quickly.

- Kept team workflows on track by setting timelines and staying organized.

- Acted as a link between models, stylists, and creatives.

Social Media Intern

Sunny Shades
07.2017 - 07.2019

- Created and posted daily content that helped grow the brand’s audience.

- Made short videos and graphics to boost engagement and get more shares.

- Responded to comments and messages to keep the audience active and informed.

- Used analytics to improve content and increase interaction.

- Worked with influencers to help promote campaigns and build brand trust.

- Helped bring in 50+ new customers in one quarter through content strategies.

Assistant Fashion Designer

Intermix Dresshouse
10.2016 - 07.2019

- Created design boards with sketches, fabrics, and color options for presentations.

- Researched seasonal trends and materials to support new product ideas.

- Shared design feedback with the team to help improve final collections.

- Worked closely with designers, makers, and clients.

- Communicated with clients about design preferences, revisions, and deadlines.

- Helped plan seasonal merchandise collections to add variety and meet buyer needs.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - English Literature And Criticism

Hunter College, The City University of New York
New York, NY
12.2024

Program - Professional, Technical, Business, and Scientific Writing, Creative Writing/Communications

Universidad De Granada
Granada, Spain
06.2018

Skills

    Smart Advocate, Lexitas, E-law, NYSCEF, Adobe Suite, Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, drafting pleadings, case analysis, court filings, document preparation, legal research, research and data collection, legal writing, calendar management, motions preparation, discovery management, witness interviews, case support

Languages

English
Native or Bilingual
Turkish
Native or Bilingual
Italian
Professional Working

Interests

Tennis, Cello, Cinema

Timeline

Litigation Paralegal

Meirowitz & Wasserberg, LLP
12.2024 - Current

Paralegal

Meirowitz & Wasserberg, LLP
08.2024 - 12.2024

Legal Assistant

Meirowitz & Wasserberg, LLP
03.2024 - 08.2024

Brand Marketing Intern

Publicon Agency
08.2022 - 08.2023

Writer

Freelance
06.2021 - 08.2022

Backstage Assistant

Raisa - Vannessa
01.2019 - 09.2019

Social Media Intern

Sunny Shades
07.2017 - 07.2019

Assistant Fashion Designer

Intermix Dresshouse
10.2016 - 07.2019

Bachelor of Arts - English Literature And Criticism

Hunter College, The City University of New York

Program - Professional, Technical, Business, and Scientific Writing, Creative Writing/Communications

Universidad De Granada