Victoria Hattabaugh
BOONEVILLE,AR
Summary
Skilled paralegal with background in supporting legal teams in fast-paced environments. Experience includes managing case preparation, conducting legal research, and drafting documents which contributed to the successful outcomes of numerous cases. Strong organizational skills, ability to communicate complex information clearly, and adept at multitasking under tight deadlines. Highly skilled transcriptionist equipped with significant experience in transcribing audio files into written documents. Adept at recognizing and accurately transcribing various accents. Proficient in using transcription software tools to increase efficiency. Possess strong listening skills and high typing speed, ensuring timely delivery of accurate transcripts. In prior roles, contributed to enhanced workflow processes through attention to detail and commitment to quality.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
Work History
Legal Scopist/Transcriptionist/Project Paralegal
Court Reporters/Law Enforcement Agencies/Law Offic
Booneville, AR
03.2022 - Current
- Transcribing depositions, hearings, trials, witness interviews, interrogations, mediations, etc.
- Summarizing deposition transcripts; Preparing and propounding written discovery requests and responses (obtaining responsive documents thereto); Preparing subpoenas duces tecum; Requesting medical records.
Paralegal/Legal Assistant
HJT, PLLC
Fort Smith, AR
03.2012 - 02.2022
- Produced well-researched and articulate legal briefs, pleadings and statements.
- Drafted motions, briefs and other legal documents.
- Drafted legal documents such as non-discrimination agreements and settlement agreements.
- Drafted discovery responses including interrogatories and requests for production of documents.
- Conducted witness interviews and investigations to gather case-relevant information.
- Participated in client interviews, observed questioning process and documented information.
- Delivered subpoenas and coordinated law office activities.
- Filed pleadings and paperwork with court clerk to meet strict deadlines.
- Monitored court proceedings to ensure compliance with legal protocols and court rules.
- Prepared detailed reports related to billing activities for review by management.
- Reviewed CPT and ICD codes to check accuracy for billing.
- Interacted with vendors and clients on billing inquiries or payment status updates.
Paralegal/Legislative Aide
Walters, Hamby & Verkamp
Greenwood, AR
01.2004 - 03.2012
- Reviewed and edited legislative documents for accuracy and clarity.
- Provided administrative support to lawmakers including scheduling appointments, organizing files, and managing office correspondence.
- Monitored the progress of bills through committees and chambers during the legislative session.
- Created summaries of pending legislation for use by legislators during debates.
- Provided administrative assistance by returning phone calls, answering emails and putting together mail distribution lists.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Business Administration And Management
John Brown University
Siloam Springs, AR08-2010
Associate of Applied Science - Paralegal Studies
University of Arkansas, Fort Smith
Fort Smith, AR05-2004
Some College (No Degree) - Political Science
University of Central Arkansas
Conway, AR05-2002
Skills
- Transcription accuracy
- Attention to detail
- Confidentiality protocols
- Proofreading
- Proofreading skills
- Medical transcription
- Trained in shorthand
- Fast typing speed
- Audio equipment operation
- Speech recognition technology
- Patience and concentration
- Familiarity with transcription software
- Legal research
- Discovery requests
- Legal writing
- Meeting deadlines
- Analytical thinking
- Electronic medical record (EMR) software
- Electronic health records
- Maintains strict confidentiality
- Database maintenance
Continuing Legal Education
I maintain a minimum of 6 credit hours annually of Continuing Legal Education, including Ethics
Timeline
Legal Scopist/Transcriptionist/Project Paralegal
Court Reporters/Law Enforcement Agencies/Law Offic
03.2022 - Current
Paralegal/Legal Assistant
HJT, PLLC
03.2012 - 02.2022
Paralegal/Legislative Aide
Walters, Hamby & Verkamp
01.2004 - 03.2012
Bachelor of Science - Business Administration And Management
John Brown University
Associate of Applied Science - Paralegal Studies
University of Arkansas, Fort Smith
Some College (No Degree) - Political Science
University of Central Arkansas
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