Susan Sarkisian
Union
Summary
Detail-oriented and highly organized Paralegal with 3+ years of experience supporting attorneys in various legal settings. Proficient in legal research, drafting, and managing case files with accuracy and confidentiality. Skilled communicator and team collaborator, leveraging legal software and technology to streamline operations and enhance productivity.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Paralegal
Law Office of Megha Patel
North Brunswick
05.2025 - Current
- Prepared and reviewed home inspection letters and reports to ensure accuracy and address client concerns.
- Drafted and managed email correspondence with clients, attorneys, and agents.
- Coordinated phone communications, providing timely updates and professional support.
- Ordered and reviewed title searches, addressing issues to facilitate closings.
- Prepared documentation for real estate closings, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards.
Paralegal
Rebenack Aronow & Mascolo, L.L.P
Somerville
12.2024 - 03.2025
- Reviewed and organized legal documents, such as pleadings, motions, and briefs.
- Drafted discovery responses including interrogatories and requests for production of documents.
- Created spreadsheets to track case information and deadlines.
- Coordinated attorney calendars to streamline scheduling and avoid conflicts, ensuring efficient time management.
- Assisted attorneys in preparing for trial by organizing exhibits and witness files.
Post-Closing Coordinator
Kensington Vanguard
01.2024 - 12.2024
- Reviewed loan documents for accuracy and completeness.
- Ensured compliance with loan and closing guidelines.
- Verified contracts and escrow holdings to protect client interests.
- Collaborated with all parties to resolve title defects and ensure clear title.
- Managed funding and disbursement of loan proceeds; streamlined closing processes.
Temporary Legal Assistant
The Haddad Law Firm
01.2023 - 12.2024
- Prepared legal documents for court filings and hearings to meet strict deadlines.
- Managed 350+ case files, maintaining organized records.
- Reviewed and analyzed materials to support litigation strategy.
- Drafted complaints, pleadings, and interrogatories.
- Coordinated document exchanges with courts and opposing counsel.
- Conducted legal research to support case development.
Legal Intern
Asatrian Law Group
01.2021 - 12.2022
- Scheduled meetings and maintained calendars.
- Managed office inventory and daily operations.
- Developed new website and social media presence.
- Provided client support via phone and email.
- Shadowed attorney during negotiations, meetings, and court appearances.
Education
Bachelors of Science - Double Major in Marketing and Pre-Law, Minor in English
Kean University
Skills
- Project Management
- SoftPro
- Customer Relations
- CasePeer
- Leadership
- Effective Communication
- Critical Thinking
- Administrative Assistance
- Legal Document Preparation
- Scheduling and Calendar
- Microsoft Word
- FileVine
- Adobe Acrobat
- Deadline management
- Title review
Languages
Russian, Armenian
Timeline
Paralegal
Law Office of Megha Patel
05.2025 - Current
Paralegal
Rebenack Aronow & Mascolo, L.L.P
12.2024 - 03.2025
Post-Closing Coordinator
Kensington Vanguard
01.2024 - 12.2024
Temporary Legal Assistant
The Haddad Law Firm
01.2023 - 12.2024
Legal Intern
Asatrian Law Group
01.2021 - 12.2022
Bachelors of Science - Double Major in Marketing and Pre-Law, Minor in English
Kean University