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JessicaClaire
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Websites, Portfolios, Profiles
https://www.linkedin.com/in/jenniescharnweber
Professional Summary
Dynamic and passionate leader offering more than 7 years of professional experience in legal, compliance, and project management environment. Decisive, persuasive negotiator, action-oriented and results-focused. Ability to manage multiple situations and think analytical with focus, direction, and enthusiasm.
Skills
Legal Research
Analytical and Critical Thinking
Complex Problem Solving
Legal Terminology
Organized and Methodical
Document Preparation
Proofreading and Editing
Case Management
Quality Control
Legal Correspondence
Interpersonal Communication
Work History
Corporate Paralegal, 12/2019 - Current Fenwick & West Llp – Santa Monica, CA,
Ensured complex contracts and legal documents were correct, complete, and compliant with regulatory agencies' current policy and law
Prepare, redline and manage commercial contracts including service agreements, business associate agreements, statements of work, amendments, NDAs, and related legal agreements
Prepare, draft, review and negotiated contracts, leases, amendments and other transactional legal documentation
Proofread correspondence and legal documents, such as pleadings and contracts
Manage, organize, and maintain documents in paper or electronic filing systems
Write preliminary drafts of legal memoranda and correspondence
Demonstrate proficiency in data entry, contract modification, and billing
Supported timely and complete billing by documenting milestones and submitting accurate invoicing paperwork
Mitigated business risks by analyzing contracts' potential impacts and avoiding unfavorable terms
Paralegal – Office Manager, 12/2018 - 10/2019 Amazon.Com, Inc. – Eastvale, CA,
Supported energy law managing partner and associates experienced in determining mineral title ownership and conducting all types of energy industry transactions, litigation, and dispute resolution.
Maintained and drafted contract requests such as confidentiality agreements, joint operating agreements, and property deeds from company employees and personnel under supervision of attorneys.
Performing mineral title examination and rendering a variety of title opinions.
Handle majority of correspondence with clients, answering telephone calls, drafting mailings, responding to emails, and setting up meetings.
Prepare title curative instruments, research title complexities, and perform many transactional, regulatory, and administrative tasks associated with oil and gas, renewable energy, and non-energy related services for clients.
Composed correspondence and relevant memoranda as required and transcribed dictation quickly and accurately.
Updated internal system for case status, monitoring, and tracking all deadlines.
Medical Malpractice Paralegal, 05/2018 - 12/2018 Keith Law Firm, PLLC – City, STATE,
Supported trial attorneys in representing injured victims in complex medical, legal, and professional malpractice and personal injury law and litigation cases.
Coordinated with potential clients and ensures compliance to HIPAA regulations.
Conferred with clients and other involved parties to gather and track case information.
Researched facts and medical issues to determine viability of medical malpractice claims and make recommendation to either proceed or drop case.
Extensive communication with clients, expert witnesses, defense counsel, court staff, and witnesses.
Drafted pleadings, discovery requests and responses, disclosure statements, expert reports, and all associated correspondence.
Researched state statues, decisions, legal articles, codes and documents.
Provided support on several large, document-intensive malpractice law cases in state and federal courts.
Assisted busy managing litigation partner in preparing and interpreting complex legal documents including pleadings, motions, briefs, interrogatories, responses, agreements, and legal memoranda.
Handled multiple case management responsibilities through entire litigation cycle for busy practice group.
Researched public records, state and federal laws, statutes, codes, and legal documents to compile arguments for clients' cases.
Reviewed documents for relevance and privilege according to established guidelines and criteria.
Updated and maintain client records, schedules of trials and settlements, and law firm's master calendar.
Lead implementation of processes and systems to improve efficiency, automation facilitating changes, and enhancing productivity.
Reviewed and analyzed government and judicial structures, as well as arbitration concepts and negotiation techniques.
Education
Bachelor of Science: Political Science, Law, English, Expected in 12/2016 - Texas Wesleyan University - Fort Worth, TX GPA: Status - Dean's List 2014-2016
Member of Pi Sigma Alpha (ΠΣΑ)
Affiliations
Fort Worth Paralegal Association
National Association of Legal Assistants
Toastmasters
Association of Information Technology Professionals
International Association of Administrative Professionals
CERTIFICATIONS
Notary Public, State of Texas
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