Tracilynne Dizzine
Dunnellon,FL
Summary
Dynamic paralegal with extensive experience at the Law Offices of Justin Rickman, specializing in document drafting and trial preparation. Proven ability to support attorneys in achieving favorable outcomes through effective conflict mediation and meticulous exhibit preparation. Committed to maintaining client confidentiality while ensuring smooth firm operations.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Paralegal
Law Offices of Justin Rickman
Clermont, FL
02.2025 - Current
- Prepared legal motions, and pleadings.
- Conferred with clients and other involved parties to gather and track case information.
- Conducted detailed client intakes and entered information into company database.
- Managed scheduling of court calendars and deadlines to maintain smooth flow of firm operations.
- Edited and proofread legal documents to verify accuracy.
- Assisted in preparation of settlement proposals and agreements to help attorneys negotiate settlement in best interest of client.
- Communicated with clients, opposing counsel and court personnel to keep all parties informed on case updates.
- Summarized depositions, legal documents and other material to provide attorney with relevant material for cases.
- Liaised with other paralegals and legal staff to complete common tasks on schedule.
- Helped attorneys prepare for trial by organizing exhibits and calling on witnesses to testify at hearings.
- Contacted clients to schedule appointments and discuss progress of cases.
- Reviewed, edited and proofread litigation for proper grammar, spelling and punctuation.
- Attended court hearings and depositions to take notes and document proceedings.
Paralegal
Law Office of Pamela Helton
Clermont, FL
01.2024 - 02.2025
Legal Assistant/Paralegal
Windle Family Law
Baldwin Park, FL
01.2018 - 01.2021
- Started as legal assistant and promoted to paralegal.
Paralegal/Executive Assistant
City of Kissimmee
Kissimmee, FL
05.2004 - 11.2017
- Prepared various exhibits for attorneys for public meetings, zoning commission meetings, and legal resolutions.
- Organized and coordinated conferences and monthly meetings.
- Processed travel expenses and reimbursements for executive team and senior management group.
- Answered high volume of phone calls and email inquiries.
- Screened calls and emails and initiated actions to respond or direct messages for managers.
- Used advanced software to prepare documents, reports, and presentations.
- Managed executive calendars, scheduling meetings and appointments and coordinating travel arrangements to optimize time.
- Facilitated training and onboarding for incoming office staff.
- Handled confidential and sensitive information with discretion and tact.
- Screened calls and emails and responded accordingly to support executive correspondence.
- Handled logistics, catering, agendas and travel arrangements for meeting and event planning for board of directors, City Attorney, and City Manager.
Education
Associate of Science - Paralegal Studies
Perdue University Global
West Lafayette, IN03-2012
Skills
- Expertise in legal proceedings
- Marital settlement agreements
- Exhibit preparation
- Criminal law
- Document drafting
- Notary public
- Subpoena coordination
- Attorney support
- Conflict mediation
- Trial preparation assistance
Certification
Notary Public
Timeline
Paralegal
Law Offices of Justin Rickman
02.2025 - Current
Paralegal
Law Office of Pamela Helton
01.2024 - 02.2025
Legal Assistant/Paralegal
Windle Family Law
01.2018 - 01.2021
Paralegal/Executive Assistant
City of Kissimmee
05.2004 - 11.2017
Associate of Science - Paralegal Studies
Perdue University Global