SoftPro/SoftPro Select
VICTORIA L. VANDOREN
Paralegal
New Orleans,LA
Summary
Skilled Real Estate Paralegal proficient in conducting a completing successful real estate transactions. Well-versed in SoftPro and SoftPro Select with a history of producing exceptional legal support work on real estate transactions, estate planning and business formation. Organized and diligent paralegal with a keen eye for detail and a systematic nature. A dependable individual who is successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude and a willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
6
6
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Legal Assistant/Paralegal
D’Arcy Vicknair, LLC
04.2023 - Current
- Provide legal support to commercial and construction litigation attorneys in Louisiana and Texas Courts and Federal Courts; case deadline management; legal research; traveling to Court for filings and document retrieval; general office management
- Reduced errors in court filings by meticulously proofreading documents for accuracy before submission.
- Filed court documents and legal pleadings with court clerk on behalf of attorneys.
- Assisted with trial preparation, including creation of exhibits, compilation of witness lists, and organization of evidence materials.
- Coordinated with court personnel and attorneys to determine scheduling of hearings and filing documents.
- Created spreadsheets to track client progress and document billable hours.
- Prepared and drafted correspondence and legal forms to maintain smooth communications.
- Handled billing tasks efficiently and accurately, ensuring smooth financial operations for the legal team
- Enhanced office productivity by implementing efficient document management systems for easy retrieval and storage
Legal Assistant
The Steeg Law Firm, APC
New Orleans, LA
08.2021 - 03.2023
- Provide administrative support to attorney who handles complex commercial and residential real estate closings and condominium conversions
- Reduced errors in court filings by meticulously proofreading documents for accuracy before submission.
- Increased client satisfaction by efficiently managing case files and promptly addressing inquiries.
- Registering Limited Liability Companies and Corporations with Secretary of State.
- Maintaining Board Meeting Minutes for corporate clients.
- Filing all business entity documents with Secretary of State and maintaining registered agent files.
- Drafted succession pleadings and estate administration documents and maintained deadlines.
- Prepared and drafted correspondence and legal forms to maintain smooth communications.
Escrow Officer/Notarial Secretary
Crescent Title, LLC
08.2020 - 06.2021
- Managed escrow accounts accurately and securely, ensuring proper distribution of funds upon closing.
- Reduced risk exposure through meticulous review of contracts and agreements for compliance with applicable laws.
- Supported attorneys in drafting legal pleadings for real estate matters including residential sale and purchase documents.
- Streamlined closing process for residential transactions, resulting in improved efficiency.
- Ensured proper recording of property transfers at local government offices, maintaining accuracy and compliance with local regulations.
- Assisted clients in understanding complex legal documents by providing clear explanations and answering questions promptly.
- Collaborated with clients, attorneys, and lenders to address issues promptly and maintain positive working relationships.
- Provided exceptional customer service throughout transaction process, earning repeat business from satisfied clients.
- Prepared legal documents such as deeds, mortgages, and leases to facilitate smooth real estate transactions.
- Prepared legal property descriptions for use in transactions.
- Reviewed Deed of Trust, Title Commitment, and prior bankruptcies documents.
- Analyzed deeds of trust to verify grantor, grantee, trustee and loan amounts for executive leadership.
- Opened incoming orders and set up escrow files within two hours of receiving purchase agreement.
- Managed high-volume workload while maintaining strict attention to detail on every task such as drafting pleadings or summarizing depositions accurately.
Real Estate Paralegal
S. Page Allen & Associates, PC
03.2020 - 08.2020
- Provide administrative and legal support in commercial and residential real estate closings.
- Managed escrow accounts accurately and securely, ensuring proper distribution of funds upon closing.
- Reduced risk exposure through meticulous review of contracts and agreements for compliance with applicable laws.
- Streamlined closing process for residential transactions, resulting in improved efficiency.
- Ensured proper recording of property transfers at local government offices, maintaining accuracy and compliance with local regulations.
- Facilitated successful negotiations between buyers and sellers by providing comprehensive legal support.
- Coordinated seamless communication between all parties involved in the transaction process through proactive outreach efforts.
- Enhanced client satisfaction by efficiently managing real estate transactions and ensuring timely completion.
- Assisted clients in understanding complex legal documents by providing clear explanations and answering questions promptly.
- Collaborated with clients, attorneys, and lenders to address issues promptly and maintain positive working relationships.
- Provided exceptional customer service throughout transaction process, earning repeat business from satisfied clients.
- Prepared legal documents such as deeds, mortgages, and leases to facilitate smooth real estate transactions.
- Created detailed closing checklists to ensure accuracy and completeness of required documentation prior to finalizing transactions.
- Prepared legal property descriptions for use in transactions.
- Organized contracts and closing documents for rentals and purchases.
- Reviewed and interpreted site plans, maps, and blueprints.
- Communicated pertinent information to clients via phone, email, and mail.
- Analyzed deeds of trust to verify grantor, grantee, trustee and loan amounts for executive leadership.
- Implemented best practices in due diligence reviews for property acquisitions, protecting client interests in each transaction.
- Managed high-volume workload while maintaining strict attention to detail on every task such as drafting pleadings or summarizing depositions accurately.
Real Estate Paralegal
Owen & Owens, PLC
09.2017 - 11.2019
- Managed escrow accounts accurately and securely, ensuring proper distribution of funds upon closing.
- Reduced risk exposure through meticulous review of contracts and agreements for compliance with applicable laws.
- Supported attorneys in drafting legal pleadings for real estate matters including foreclosures, evictions, or zoning appeals cases.
- Implemented best practices in due diligence reviews for property acquisitions, protecting client interests in each transaction.
- Streamlined closing processes for residential transactions, resulting in improved efficiency.
- Ensured proper recording of property transfers at local government offices, maintaining accuracy and compliance with local regulations.
- Facilitated successful negotiations between buyers and sellers by providing comprehensive legal support.
- Coordinated seamless communication between all parties involved in the transaction process through proactive outreach efforts.
- Enhanced client satisfaction by efficiently managing real estate transactions and ensuring timely completion.
- Assisted clients in understanding complex legal documents by providing clear explanations and answering questions promptly.
- Collaborated with clients, attorneys, and lenders to address issues promptly and maintain positive working relationships.
- Provided exceptional customer service throughout transaction process, earning repeat business from satisfied clients.
- Prepared legal documents such as deeds, mortgages, and leases to facilitate smooth real estate transactions.
- Created detailed closing checklists to ensure accuracy and completeness of required documentation prior to finalizing transactions.
- Prepared legal property descriptions for use in transactions.
- Organized contracts and closing documents for rentals and purchases.
- Reviewed and interpreted site plans, maps, and blueprints.
- Communicated pertinent information to clients via phone, email, and mail.
- Reviewed Deed of Trust, Title Commitment, and prior bankruptcies documents.
- Analyzed deeds of trust to verify grantor, grantee, trustee and loan amounts for executive leadership.
Legal Assistant/Real Estate Paralegal
FloranceGordonBrown, PC
08.2011 - 09.2017
- Provide legal support to attorneys in corporate/business law, personal injury, commercial and residential real estate closings, and foreclosures.
- Managed escrow accounts accurately and securely, ensuring proper distribution of funds upon closing.
- Reduced risk exposure through meticulous review of contracts and agreements for compliance with applicable laws.
- Supported attorneys in drafting legal pleadings for real estate matters including foreclosures, evictions, or zoning appeals cases.
- Implemented best practices in due diligence reviews for property acquisitions, protecting client interests in each transaction.
- Streamlined closing process for residential and commercial transactions, resulting in improved efficiency.
- Ensured proper recording of property transfers at local government offices, maintaining accuracy and compliance with local regulations.
- Facilitated successful negotiations between buyers and sellers by providing comprehensive legal support.
- Assisted clients in understanding complex legal documents by providing clear explanations and answering questions promptly.
- Enhanced client satisfaction by efficiently managing real estate transactions and ensuring timely completion.
- Coordinated seamless communication between all parties involved in transaction process through proactive outreach efforts.
- Prepared legal documents such as deeds, mortgages, and leases to facilitate smooth real estate transactions.
- Created detailed closing checklists to ensure accuracy and completeness of required documentation prior to finalizing transactions.
- Prepared legal property descriptions for use in transactions.
- Organized contracts and closing documents for rentals and purchases.
- Reviewed and interpreted site plans, maps, and blueprints.
- Communicated pertinent information to clients via phone, email, and mail.
- Reviewed Deed of Trust, Title Commitment, and prior bankruptcies documents.
- Analyzed deeds of trust to verify grantor, grantee, trustee and loan amounts for executive leadership.
- Maintained registered agent files, and all corporate and business filings with Secretary of State.
- Managed high-volume workload while maintaining strict attention to detail on every task such as drafting pleadings or summarizing depositions accurately.
Paralegal (Contract)
SunTrust Bank
06.2011 - 08.2011
- Provide paralegal support to in-house litigation attorneys to review Interrogatory Responses according to company model responses and maintain deadlines for discovery requests for foreclosure lawsuits in Commonwealth of Virginia and State of Florida
- Managed complex cases efficiently using specialized software programs designed for paralegal work to track information related to multiple parties over long periods of time.
- Expedited document review process by conducting initial reviews of key documents for relevance and privilege status.
- Enhanced case efficiency by organizing and maintaining legal documents, files, and correspondence.
- Assisted counsel in preparing answers, providing documentation, and information for discovery request.
- Assisted in preparation of settlement proposals and agreements to help attorneys negotiate settlement in best interest of client.
- Liaised with other paralegals and legal staff to complete common tasks on schedule.
- Reviewed, edited and proofread litigation for proper grammar, spelling and punctuation.
Paralegal (Contract)
The Lex Group
10.2010 - 04.2011
- Provide outsourced appellate paralegal services to various firms and attorneys.
- Ensured compliance with court rules and procedures by accurately preparing and submitting legal filings within established timeframes.
- Expedited document review process by conducting initial reviews of key documents for relevance and privilege status.
- Edited and proofread legal documents to verify accuracy.
- Produced legal documents such as briefs, pleadings and appeals.
- Developed polished motions and briefs to support litigation processes and court proceedings.
- Reviewed, edited and proofread litigation for proper grammar, spelling and punctuation.
Paralegal/Legal Assistant
Rich Rosenthal Brincefield Manitta Dzubin & Kroeger, LLP
12.2009 - 10.2010
- Provide support to litigation attorneys in corporate/business law, personal injury, criminal law, collections, federal cases, civil and family law; case deadline management; legal research; traveling to Court for filings and document retrieval; general office management, maintain records of closed files, and answer incoming calls to attorneys.
- Reduced attorney workload by drafting routine legal documents such as pleadings, motions, and affidavits.
- Boosted office productivity by maintaining accurate calendar of appointments, deadlines, and court appearances.
- Ensured compliance with court rules and procedures by accurately preparing and submitting legal filings within established timeframes.
- Managed scheduling of court calendars and deadlines to maintain smooth flow of firm operations.
Legal Assistant
Woods Rogers, PLC
04.2008 - 10.2009
- Administrative support for two attorneys in corporate, zoning, governmental and real estate law.
- Reduced errors in court filings by meticulously proofreading documents for accuracy before submission.
- Managed high-volume workload while maintaining strict attention to detail on every task such as drafting pleadings or summarizing depositions accurately.
- Increased client satisfaction by efficiently managing case files and promptly addressing inquiries.
- Handled billing tasks efficiently and accurately, ensuring smooth financial operations for the legal team.
- Drafted accurate and persuasive legal correspondence, contributing to successful negotiations and settlements.
- Worked alongside attorneys, administrative assistants, and fellow legal assistants on complex cases and legal processes.
- Completed electronic filings, initiated billing statements, and managed firm administrative matters.
- Filed court documents and legal pleadings with court clerk on behalf of attorneys.
Legal Assistant
Brenner, Evans & Millman, PC
09.2003 - 04.2008
- Secretarial support to attorneys for defense in personal injury cases, civil law, and some criminal and domestic law.
- Assisted with trial preparation, including creation of exhibits, compilation of witness lists, and organization of evidence materials.
- Managed high-volume workload while maintaining strict attention to detail on every task such as drafting pleadings or summarizing depositions accurately.
- Streamlined administrative processes for better efficiency in handling caseloads, reducing paperwork backlog, and ensuring timely completion of tasks.
- Maintained strict confidentiality, protecting sensitive client information as required by legal ethics and regulations.
- Prepared and drafted correspondence and legal forms to maintain smooth communications.
- Produced legal documents such as briefs, pleadings and appeals.
Education
No Degree - Criminal Justice
Northern Virginia Community College
Annandale 05.1994 - 05.1996
Certified Private Investigator - undefined
Virginia Private Investigation Academy
01.1999 - 05.2003
Paralegal Certificate - Paralegal Studies
Duquesne University – Thomas R. Kline School of Law
Pittsburgh, PA12.2024
Skills
Reliability
Legal/Court Processes
Effective Multitasking
Organizational Skills
Detail Oriented
References
Available Upon Request
Software
Worldox
PC Law
Micrsoft Word
Microsoft Excel
Microsoft Outlook
Adobe
Timeline
Legal Assistant/Paralegal
D’Arcy Vicknair, LLC
04.2023 - Current
Legal Assistant
The Steeg Law Firm, APC
08.2021 - 03.2023
Escrow Officer/Notarial Secretary
Crescent Title, LLC
08.2020 - 06.2021
Real Estate Paralegal
S. Page Allen & Associates, PC
03.2020 - 08.2020
Real Estate Paralegal
Owen & Owens, PLC
09.2017 - 11.2019
Legal Assistant/Real Estate Paralegal
FloranceGordonBrown, PC
08.2011 - 09.2017
Paralegal (Contract)
SunTrust Bank
06.2011 - 08.2011
Paralegal (Contract)
The Lex Group
10.2010 - 04.2011
Paralegal/Legal Assistant
Rich Rosenthal Brincefield Manitta Dzubin & Kroeger, LLP
12.2009 - 10.2010
Legal Assistant
Woods Rogers, PLC
04.2008 - 10.2009
Legal Assistant
Brenner, Evans & Millman, PC
09.2003 - 04.2008
Certified Private Investigator - undefined
Virginia Private Investigation Academy
01.1999 - 05.2003
No Degree - Criminal Justice
Northern Virginia Community College
05.1994 - 05.1996
Paralegal Certificate - Paralegal Studies
Duquesne University – Thomas R. Kline School of Law