Summary
Overview
Work History
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Certification
2013-2014 VIP Woman of the Year (National Association of Professional Women)
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T. Arlene Waite

DeLand,FL

Summary

Trial Paralegal with proven success at Trial Prep Solutions, LLC, enhancing case efficiency through expert legal research and effective client communication. Skilled in drafting pleadings and managing discovery, I streamlined document processes, significantly improving office productivity and ensuring successful trial outcomes.

Professional paralegal with proven track record in trial preparation and litigation support. Strong focus on team collaboration and achieving results. Skilled in legal research, document management, and case analysis. Reliable, adaptable, and driven to meet changing needs effectively.

Overview

26
26
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Retired

Searching for My Next Chapter...
08.2017 - Current
  • Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
  • Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
  • Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
  • Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
  • Assisted with day-to-day operations, working efficiently and productively with all team members.
  • Passionate about learning and committed to continual improvement.

Complex Commercial Trial Paralegal

Trial Prep Solutions, LLC
03.2014 - 11.2017
  • Assisted attorneys in achieving successful trial outcomes by preparing comprehensive witness interview summaries and deposition digests.
  • Addressed potential evidentiary issues prior to trial by thoroughly researching admissibility standards and drafting related motions as needed.
  • Improved client communication with timely updates on case developments, ensuring satisfaction throughout the litigation process.
  • Increased office efficiency by implementing new filing systems for trial-related materials that streamlined document retrieval processes.
  • Developed expertise in e-discovery software tools for efficient document review and production tasks, increasing overall productivity.
  • Enhanced case efficiency by organizing and maintaining trial exhibits, documents, and evidence for easy access during proceedings.
  • Continuously expanded knowledge of legal trends and developments through participation in continuing education courses, seminars, and professional networking events.
  • Maintained strong professional relationships with clients, opposing counsel, court personnel, and expert witnesses through clear communication and respectfulness.

Complex Commercial Litigation Paralegal

Akerman, LLP
08.1999 - 02.2014
  • Managed high-volume caseloads effectively by creating organized systems for tracking deadlines and prioritizing tasks.
  • Increased case efficiency by streamlining document management and organization processes.
  • Ensured accurate record-keeping by maintaining up-to-date case files, both physical and electronic formats.
  • Assisted in obtaining key evidence through subpoenaing records from various sources such as financial institutions or medical providers.
  • Supported attorneys during trial proceedings, ensuring the availability of key exhibits and witnesses when needed.
  • Drafted clear and concise correspondence on behalf of attorneys to clients, opposing counsel, and court personnel.
  • Organized evidence, exhibits, motions, and subpoenas to support cases and prepare for trial.
  • Drafted pleadings, motions, and briefs in compliance with court rules, leading to successful outcomes in numerous cases.
  • Maintained litigation database and document organization of critical documents.

Skills

  • Computer savvy
  • Direct contact with clients
  • Drafting pleadings
  • Court filings
  • Client communication
  • Legal research
  • Legal writing
  • Case analysis
  • Deadline management
  • Discovery management
  • File management

Accomplishments

    Florida Registered Paralegal (Florida Bar Association)

Certification

  • Florida Registered Paralegal - (1999 - 2017)

2013-2014 VIP Woman of the Year (National Association of Professional Women)

I was approaching by NAPW in honor of my dedication to my profession and was honored with this recognition.

Timeline

Retired

Searching for My Next Chapter...
08.2017 - Current

Complex Commercial Trial Paralegal

Trial Prep Solutions, LLC
03.2014 - 11.2017

Complex Commercial Litigation Paralegal

Akerman, LLP
08.1999 - 02.2014

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