legal assistant paralegal resume example with 20+ years of experience
JessicaClaire
, , 609 Johnson Ave., 49204, Tulsa, OK100 Montgomery St. 10th Floor
Home: (555) 432-1000
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Summary
Organized legal team member versed in legal practices and procedures relevant to most types of law. Skilled at keeping documentation and records updated, cases organized and calendars accurate. Able to multitask and work alone or with a team in a professional and efficient manner.
Skills
Real Estate, Litigation, Employment, Wills and Estates, Products Liability, Family Law Familiarity
Summary Writing
Westlaw and LexisNexis
Order and Request Filing
Travel and Event Coordination
MS Office Proficient
Daily Docket Reports
Office Management
Knowledge of Copyright Law
Verbal and Written Communication
Conflict Resolution
Trial Preparation Assistance
Document Management
Relationship Building
Complex Problem Solving
Publication Review
Case Summaries
Experience
Legal Assistant/Paralegal, 08/2017 to 10/2022 Wesleyan University – Middletown, CT,
Followed risk and compliance policies and procedures to promote business activities.
Redacted confidential information from legal documents on case-by-case basis.
Corresponded daily with clients, insurance adjusters, and attorneys. Corresponded daily with clients and attorneys.
Created and updated case management and client account databases.
Conducted research and analyzed documents to prepare findings and formulate alternatives.
Performed extensive research to prepare for court cases and gathered pertinent case information.
Maintained knowledge on case status by reviewing relevant records and reporting back to clients.
Recorded judicial decisions, legal articles and legal codes.
Stayed abreast of changes in legislative and regulatory guidelines.
Legal Secretary/Assistant, 07/2012 to 08/2017 Wesleyan University – Middletown, CT,
Revised and maintained master calendar to coordinate meetings across multiple time zones
Organized and prioritized case loads of three attorneys.
Proofed documents and submitted to attorneys for review.
Assisted in preparation of engagement letters.
Revised and maintained master calendar to coordinate meetings across multiple time zones.
Acted as liaison between clients, vendors and attorneys.
Photocopied all correspondence, documents and other printed materials.
Composed and revised letters and depositions.
Processed and distributed invoices to bill clients.
Mailed and arranged for delivery of legal correspondence to clients, witnesses and court officials.
Routed contracts, agreements and invoices through proper signature process.
Checked office supplies stock and placed orders to maintain levels.
Liaised with court personnel, city magistrates, police departments and bank administrators to promote successful office operations.
Opened new client files and new matters in CMS.
Received and disbursed incoming mail.
Processed summonses, subpoenas and complaints.
Organized and maintained law libraries, documents and case files.
Coordinated and scheduled meetings and telephone conferences.
Legal Assistant/Paralegal, 08/2004 to 09/2012 Sidley Austin Llp – Palo Alto, CA,
Followed risk and compliance policies and procedures to promote business activities.
Recorded judicial decisions, legal articles and legal codes.
Redacted confidential information from legal documents on case-by-case basis.
Handled telephone calls, meeting plans and conference organization requirements.
Called witnesses to give testimonies during court hearings.
Filed pleadings and paperwork with court clerk to meet strict deadlines.
Delivered subpoenas and coordinated law office activities.
Performed extensive research to prepare for court cases and gathered pertinent case information.
Corresponded daily with clients, insurance adjusters, doctors and attorneys.
Created and updated case management and client account databases.
Liaised between attorney and outside counsel, exchanging information.
Drafted correspondence, documented data and submitted materials to appropriate parties.
Organized exhibits and arguments to present evidence on behalf of clients.
Conducted thorough research and review of case information to assist attorneys.
Knowledgeable dealing with pleadings, affidavits, motions and exhibit preparation.
Drafted witness declarations and pretrial statements.
Filed pleadings and appeals with court clerks to expedite trial proceedings.
Met with clients and attorneys to discuss case details and evidence.
Provided administrative support and conducted research to assist attorneys in civil litigation preparation.
Maintained knowledge on case status by reviewing relevant records and reporting back to clients.
Oversaw legal team appointments, hearings and depositions schedules.
Organized legal documents in company filing systems and databases.
Contacted witnesses and scheduled interviews and evaluations.
Prepared and processed expense reports for reimbursing attorneys.
Drafted legal complaints, summonses and interrogatories.
Managed office scheduling and kept accurate notes on deadlines, motions and other dates.
Responded to client calls and inquiries to deliver applicable information.
Drafted motions, briefs and other legal documents.
Booked travel arrangements for firm attorneys and support staff.
Organized and executed court calendar with daily cases and supervisor meetings.
Mailed and arranged for delivery of legal correspondence to clients, witnesses and court officials.
Provided administrative support to boost firm's document production and legal correspondence.
Organized and prepared case exhibits and evidence for trial.
Filed clients' legal documents in relevant courts for processing.
Legal Secretary, 07/2000 to 01/2004 Sidley Austin Llp – San Francisco, CA,
Revised and maintained master calendar to coordinate meetings across multiple time zones.
Created spreadsheets in Microsoft Excel for record-keeping and reporting.
Drafted or reviewed legal documents and precedents to support case preparation.
Organized and prioritized case loads of two attorneys.
Photocopied all correspondence, documents and other printed materials.
Coordinated and scheduled meetings and telephone conferences.
Composed and revised legal documents, letters, depositions and court documents.
Received and disbursed incoming mail.
Proofed documents and submitted to attorneys for review.
Processed and distributed invoices to bill clients.
Used voice recorder or notepad to compose and transcribe meeting minutes.
Opened new client files and new matters in CMS.
Organized and maintained law libraries, documents and case files.
Drafted letters and prepared legal correspondence for attorneys and legal assistants.
Arranged case files and maintained records and notebooks.
Sorted and distributed incoming faxes, letters and emails for office distribution.
Composed, edited and typed complex memos and reports with job-related software.
Facilitated communications by forwarding emails, transferring calls and filing documents.
Pleasantly welcomed visitors, answered phone calls and maintained front reception desk.
Legal Secretary, 07/1990 to 01/1998 John Gerard Devlin & Associates, P.C. – City, STATE,
Created spreadsheets in Microsoft Excel for record-keeping and reporting.
Drafted or reviewed legal documents and precedents to support case preparation.
Organized and prioritized case load of one attorney and assisted others when needed.
Photocopied all correspondence, documents and other printed materials.
Revised and maintained master calendar to coordinate meetings across multiple time zones.
Coordinated and scheduled meetings and telephone conferences.
Composed and revised legal documents, letters, depositions and court documents.
Received and disbursed incoming mail.
Proofed documents and submitted to attorneys for review.
Processed and distributed invoices to bill clients.
Processed electronic or physical court filings for attorney's practice.
Processed summonses, subpoenas and complaints.
Drafted letters and prepared legal correspondence for attorneys and legal assistants.
Arranged case files and maintained records and notebooks.
Composed, edited and typed complex memos and reports with job-related software.
Facilitated communications by forwarding emails, transferring calls and filing documents.
Composed and revised letters and depositions.
Acted as liaison between clients, vendors and attorneys.
Assisted in preparation of engagement letters.
Education and Training
License : Real Estate, Expected in 09/2015 to Seashore Real Estate School - Sea Isle City, NJ, GPA:
License : Cosmetology, Skin Care And Nails , Expected in 06/1989 to Maison De Paris Beauty School - Haddonfield, NJ, GPA:
Certificate : Legal Studies, Expected in 09/1986 to National Academy For Paralegal Studies - Egg Harbor, NJ, GPA:
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