Tomika Brown
Joliet,IL
Summary
Dedicated and detail-oriented paralegal with 10 years of experience as a Litigation Paralegal. I am skilled in case preparation, legal research, and document management. Seeking to contribute my expertise in a fast-paced legal environment, supporting attorneys in delivering exceptional service to clients while ensuring compliance with all legal procedures.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Litigation Paralegal | Office Manager
Cruser Mitchell
Chicago, IL
01.2024 - Current
- Gather and preserve electronically stored information (ESI) from various sources, including emails, databases, and cloud storage, ensuring data integrity and compliance with legal hold requirements.
- Utilize eDiscovery tools and software (e.g., Relativity, Disco) to manage and organize data efficiently, including tagging, coding, and indexing documents.
- Assisted attorneys in the preparation of cases for trial, including drafting pleadings, motions, and discovery requests
- Drafted pleadings, motions and other court documents for review by attorney.
- Organized large volumes of data into databases for use in document reviews or case management systems.
- Analyzed medical records to identify pertinent facts that could be used in a court proceeding.
- Prepared deposition summaries and tracked deadlines for filing of briefs or other documents.
- Coordinated and organized document production, ensuring timely responses to discovery requests
- Prepared trial binders and assisted in trial preparation, including exhibit management.
Intellectual Property Paralegal
Aronberg Goldgehn Davis & Garmisa
Chicago, IL
01.2021 - 12.2023
- Conducted comprehensive research on patent and trademark applications, ensuring compliance with federal regulations.
- Drafting responses to office action notices from USPTO regarding patent applications or trademarks.
- Updating databases with new IP information including patents, trademarks, copyrights.
- Identifying potential infringement problems by conducting internet searches for similar products or services.
- Compiling evidence used in litigation matters involving violations of IP rights.
- Knowledgeable dealing with pleadings, affidavits, motions and exhibit preparation.
Litigation Paralegal
Anthony J. Perica & Associates
Chicago, IL
09.2018 - 11.2020
- Conducted legal research and drafted memoranda summarizing the results.
- Reviewed discovery responses and generated privilege logs.
- Organized large volumes of data into databases for use in document reviews or case management systems.
- Analyzed medical records to identify pertinent facts that could be used in a court proceeding.
- Maintained an organized file system for all case related materials.
- Provided administrative support such as scheduling meetings and appointments.
- Collaborated with clients to gather information about their cases.
- Investigated potential sources of evidence such as public records or online databases.
- Proofread documents prior to submission to ensure accuracy and completeness.
Paralegal
Pierce & Associates
Chicago, IL
06.2014 - 02.2018
- Drafted correspondence to clients and other attorneys.
- Reviewed and organized legal documents, such as pleadings, motions, and briefs.
- Conducted research on relevant laws, regulations, judicial decisions, and legal articles.
- Created spreadsheets to track case information and deadlines.
- Maintained client files according to established protocols.
- Drafted discovery responses including interrogatories and requests for production of documents.
- Organized evidence for use at trial or hearing proceedings.
- Communicated with witnesses regarding deposition scheduling.
- Coordinated witness testimony for depositions.
- Filed motions with courts electronically or via hard copy.
- Maintained calendars for upcoming court dates or deadlines related to cases.
Education
Bachelor of Science in Technical Management -
Devry University
Chicago, ILAssociate Degree in Paralegal Studies -
MacCormac University
Chicago, ILSkills
- Legal Research
- Document Management
- Communication
- Attention to Detail
- Technical Proficiency
- Analytical Skills
- Proofreading
- Document Preparation
- Legal Documentation
- Database Research
- E-Discovery Software Proficiency
References
Available upon request.
Timeline
Litigation Paralegal | Office Manager
Cruser Mitchell
01.2024 - Current
Intellectual Property Paralegal
Aronberg Goldgehn Davis & Garmisa
01.2021 - 12.2023
Litigation Paralegal
Anthony J. Perica & Associates
09.2018 - 11.2020
Paralegal
Pierce & Associates
06.2014 - 02.2018
Bachelor of Science in Technical Management -
Devry University
Associate Degree in Paralegal Studies -
MacCormac University