Tammy Barger
Sanford,NC
Summary
Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong work ethic, adaptability, and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills.
Overview
33
33
years of professional experience
Work History
Paralegal
Post Foushee & Gordon
Sanford, NC
09.2019 - Current
- Reviewed and organized legal documents, such as pleadings, motions, and briefs.
- Drafted correspondence to clients and other attorneys.
- Prepared trial notebooks for court proceedings.
- Maintained client files according to established protocols.
- Organized evidence for use at trial or hearing proceedings.
- Advised clients on procedural matters related to their cases.
- Attended court proceedings to observe trials or hearings.
- Filed motions with courts electronically or via hard copy.
- Provided administrative support such as answering phones or scheduling appointments.
- Filed pleadings and paperwork with court clerk to meet strict deadlines.
- Organized exhibits for trial by preparing materials and supporting documentation.
- Organized client calendars, prepared mailings and handled high call volumes.
- Interviewed clients and obtained vital case information to support associates.
- Prepared clients for appointments, depositions and testimony.
- Coordinated subpoena services and other support activities for legal office.
Paralegal
Kelly & West Attorneys
Lillington, NC
04.1992 - 09.2018
- Drafted correspondence to clients and other attorneys.
- Assisted in the preparation of legal arguments and memoranda of law.
- Maintained client files according to established protocols.
- Advised clients on procedural matters related to their cases.
- Communicated with witnesses regarding deposition scheduling.
- Maintained calendars for upcoming court dates or deadlines related to cases.
- Provided administrative support such as answering phones or scheduling appointments.
- Organized client calendars, prepared mailings and handled high call volumes.
- Interviewed clients and obtained vital case information to support associates.
- Prepared clients for appointments, depositions and testimony.
- Participated in client interviews, observed questioning process and documented information.
- Reduced workflow downtime by effectively organizing and managing client billing and case management files.
- Trained staff on office procedures and case-specific duties.
- Assisted in settlement negotiations and mediation preparations.
- Facilitated communication between attorneys, clients, witnesses, and court personnel.
- Performed administrative duties such as photocopying, scanning, and organizing legal documents.
- Managed case files and documentation, ensuring accuracy and confidentiality.
- Scheduled and coordinated depositions, hearings, trials, and meetings.
- Responded to client calls and inquiries to deliver applicable information.
- Created and updated case management and client account databases.
- Met with clients and attorneys to discuss case details and evidence.
- Contacted witnesses and scheduled interviews and evaluations.
Education
General Office -
Central Carolina Community College
Sanford, NC05-1985
Skills
- Case file organization
- Attorney Support
- Power of attorney
- Legal research skills
- Civil Law
- Marital settlement agreements
- Document filing
- Understands confidentiality
- Records Management
- Exhibit preparation
- Client Communication
- File pleadings
- Documenting
- Case Management
- File Organization
- File and Records Management
- Calendar Management
- Civil Litigation
- Office Administration
- Administrative Support
- Notary Public
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Paralegal
Post Foushee & Gordon
09.2019 - Current
Paralegal
Kelly & West Attorneys
04.1992 - 09.2018
General Office -
Central Carolina Community College
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