VIVIAN CASSARINO
Brooklyn,New York
Summary
Experienced Personal Injury Litigation Paralegal with over four years of experience supporting attorneys throughout all phases of litigation. Skilled in case management, legal research, drafting pleadings, discovery, medical record review, and client relations. Proven ability to manage high-volume caseloads, coordinate litigation deadlines, and maintain strong communication with clients, medical providers, insurance carriers, and opposing counsel. Detail-oriented professional with a strong investigative background and a commitment to achieving successful outcomes for clients.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Personal Injury Litigation Paralegal
Ofshtein Law Firm, P.C.
Brooklyn
06.2022 - Current
- Assist with case planning, development, management, and legal research.
- Interview clients, gather facts, retrieve information, and collect evidence for pre-suit investigations.
- Collect, compile, and present key factual information to lead attorneys.
- Summarize depositions, medical records, and other legal documents into concise reports.
- Draft and file legal documents, including complaints, motions, briefs, and discovery requests.
- Organize and manage large volumes of physical and digital case files for attorneys.
- Prepare legal briefs and statements in support of case preparation.
- Maintain ongoing contact with clients, responding promptly to inquiries regarding their cases.
- Draft and complete client releases and firm settlement agreements, and track incoming settlement payment checks.
Private Investigator
Elite Protection Services
Brooklyn
05.2021 - 06.2022
- Uncover critical information, build evidence, and provide necessary documentation for client cases.
- Review and analyze all documents pertinent to active investigations.
- Locate potential witnesses and obtain signed, sworn statements.
- Interview clients
- Conduct on-site visits to incident scenes to analyze physical layouts.
- Canvass incident scenes for potential witnesses and functional surveillance cameras.
- Photograph and document incident scenes to preserve physical evidence.
- Request subpoenas
- Prepare comprehensive final investigation reports for each assigned case.
Paralegal Intern
The Law Office of Kian D. Khatibi
New York
10.2019 - 05.2021
- Provided comprehensive administrative and legal support.
- Researched applicable laws and codes, analyzed information, and prepared detailed summary reports.
- Prepared, organized, and maintained complex case files.
- Prepared investigation requests, petitions, briefs, and motions
- Filed prepared documents with local and state courts, ensuring compliance with strict deadlines.
- Assisted the lead attorney in the preliminary stages of case preparation and hearings.
Administrative Assistant
Patricia McCormack M.D Adult & Pediatric Dermatology
Staten Island
04.2016 - 03.2019
- Answered phones and managed scheduling calendars for one physician and five physician assistants.
- Confirmed appointments and updated patient charts with accurate clinical and personal information.
- Verified insurance eligibility, processed preauthorizations, and managed referrals.
- Collected co-pays and outstanding patient balances.
- Ordered office supplies and maintained physical inventory.
- Managed reception area and conference rooms to maintain a professional environment.
Education
Paralegal Certification -
Pace University
New York, NY03.2020
Master of Science - Special Education
Touro College
New York, NY01.2012
Certification in Event Planning -
Kingsborough Community College
Brooklyn, NY01.2010
Bachelor of Science - Hospitality Management
St. John's University
Jamaica, NY05.2008
Skills
Personal Injury Litigation
Case Management
Legal Research
Discovery Preparation
Drafting Pleadings & Legal
Documents
Settlement Documentation
Client Relations
No-Fault Claims
UM/SUM Claims
NYSCEF
eLaw
SmartAdvocate
Microsoft Office Suite
Microsoft Outlook
Adobe
Timeline
Personal Injury Litigation Paralegal
Ofshtein Law Firm, P.C.
06.2022 - Current
Private Investigator
Elite Protection Services
05.2021 - 06.2022
Paralegal Intern
The Law Office of Kian D. Khatibi
10.2019 - 05.2021
Administrative Assistant
Patricia McCormack M.D Adult & Pediatric Dermatology
04.2016 - 03.2019
Paralegal Certification -
Pace University
Master of Science - Special Education
Touro College
Certification in Event Planning -
Kingsborough Community College
Bachelor of Science - Hospitality Management
St. John's University