Family Law Paralegal resume example

· Researched multiple aspects of criminal and civil law

· Conducted pre-claim investigation, legal research, and initial case assessments

· Performed administrative duties including calendaring hearings and deadlines, organizing case files, and managing logistics

· Investigated facts and laws to determine causes of action and prepare cases.

· Assisted with client interviews while taking meticulous notes to construct reports.

· Managed billable hour tracking, payroll, client invoicing and schedules.

· Conferred with clients and other involved parties to gather and track case information.

· Researched criminal and civil laws and regulations and delivered analysis and assessments to Attorneys.

· Answered client calls and responded to inquiries, using open-ended questioning skills to attain applicable information.

· Created highly researched and articulate legal paperwork such as pleadings, contracts and briefs.

· Researched and summarized case law into memorandum format.

· Evaluated claims and drafted status reports to clients throughout all phases of litigation

· Reviewed and analyzed medical, employment and educational records and drafted memorandum regarding same

· Attend depositions and draft summaries of transcripts for use in trial preparation and settlement negotiation

· Retain expert witnesses and communicate regarding case strategy and medical history

· Scheduled hearings and Case Management Conferences with Clerk and Opposing Counsel.

· Strictly adhered to privacy laws to avert possible information breaches and protect client data.

· Conducted Private Investigators duties when necessary

• Researched multiple facets of criminal law
• Investigated facts and laws to determine causes of action and to prepare cases.
• Strictly adhered to privacy laws to avert possible information breaches and protect client data.
• Assisted with client interviews using critical thinking and reason and took meticulous notes for inclusion in reports.
• Managed billable hour tracking, payroll, client invoicing and schedules.
• Conferred with clients and other involved parties to gather and track case information.
• Researched criminal laws and regulations and delivered analysis and assessments to Attorney[Job title]s.
• Answered client calls and responded to inquiries, using open-ended questioning skills to attain applicable information.
• Created highly researched and articulate legal paperwork such as pleadings, contracts and briefs.