Zara Budd
Summary
Detail-oriented Paralegal with extensive experience supporting attorneys across multiple practice areas. Specialized in legal research, drafting documents, e-filing, financial data analyzation, and managing complex case files from intake to resolution.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Securities Enforcement Paralegal
C2 Alaska/U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission
09.2024 - 02.2025
- Conducted in-depth legal research to support case strategy development, significantly contributing to successful case outcomes
- Drafted subpoenas for phone records, financial documents, and corporate filings; analyzed responsive productions to identify key evidence and organized findings using detailed Excel spreadsheets
- Quickly mastered complex internal SEC databases and applications, streamlining investigative workflows and improving case efficiency.
- Independently managed a diverse caseload and collaborated with case teams to ensure timely and thorough investigative progress
- Composed comprehensive notes during investigative interviews with witnesses and whistleblowers, capturing critical details for case analysis and reporting
Family Law Legal Assistant/Paralegal
Hess Law Group, PLLC
01.2023 - 05.2023
- Accurately prepared and submitted legal filings with Massachusetts Probate Court within established timeframes, ensuring compliance with court rules and procedures
- Helped attorneys prepare for trial by organizing exhibits and preparing trial binders
- Conferred with clients and other involved parties to gather and track case information
- Managed Outlook calendars for multiple attorneys, ensuring all deadlines were met
- Processed client billing and attorney timesheets to ensure accurate financial records
Bankruptcy Analyst Paralegal
Miller George & Suggs, PLLC
01.2021 - 09.2022
- Prepared Chapter 7 and 13 Transfer of Claim and Certificates of Service notices using PACER, Adobe, and Kofax
- Generated bankruptcy scrub reports using Excel and assessed financial data
Temporary Real Estate Legal Assistant
Law Offices of Cox and Cox
10.2020 - 11.2020
- Conducted and drafted property record research using the Massachusetts Registry of Deeds
- Managed and maintained closed property files, scanning and organizing documents in E-Closing
- Provided front-line support by answering incoming calls and routing them to the appropriate attorney efficiently and professionally
Bankruptcy Paralegal
Harmon Law Offices, P.C.
12.2019 - 03.2020
- Prepared and e-filed legal documents for Chapters 7 and 13 bankruptcy cases across multiple jurisdictions using PACER, ensuring compliance with court requirements
- Utilized BlackKnight and BestCase to streamline case tracking, enhancing communication with four mortgage companies
Personal Injury Litigation Internship
Shaughnessy Law Group
09.2018 - 12.2018
- Drafted request letters to doctors and healthcare facilities for medical records, supporting case preparation
- Reviewed case files for two attorneys and gathered materials for litigation
Intake Specialist/Paralegal
Law Offices of Iannella and Mummolo
09.2016 - 05.2017
- Conducted client intake for SSDI and SSI disability benefits
- Gathered relevant medical and work history and presented findings for attorney review
Education
Certificate - Paralegal Studies
Bunker Hill Community College
Charlestown, MA05.2019
Bachelor of Arts -
Wheelock College
Boston, MA05.2012
Skills
- Legal research
- Legal writing
- Document analysis
- Trial preparation assistance
- Proficient in MS office
- Case management
- Client communication
- High-level confidentiality
- Calendar management
Certification
Commonwealth of Massachusetts Notary Public, 07/2020- 07/2027
Honors
LEX Paralegal National Honor Society- 05/2019
Phi Theta Kappa National Honor Society- 10/2018
Timeline
Securities Enforcement Paralegal
C2 Alaska/U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission
09.2024 - 02.2025
Family Law Legal Assistant/Paralegal
Hess Law Group, PLLC
01.2023 - 05.2023
Bankruptcy Analyst Paralegal
Miller George & Suggs, PLLC
01.2021 - 09.2022
Temporary Real Estate Legal Assistant
Law Offices of Cox and Cox
10.2020 - 11.2020
Bankruptcy Paralegal
Harmon Law Offices, P.C.
12.2019 - 03.2020
Personal Injury Litigation Internship
Shaughnessy Law Group
09.2018 - 12.2018
Intake Specialist/Paralegal
Law Offices of Iannella and Mummolo
09.2016 - 05.2017
Bachelor of Arts -
Wheelock College
Certificate - Paralegal Studies
Bunker Hill Community College
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