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PARALEGAL/LITIGATION LEGAL ASSISTANT
Professional Summary

Paralegal with strong skills in writing, organizing and project managing cases related to family law and estate law. Proficient in conducting legal research, collecting witness statements and organizing files. Experience includes working with large populations to optimize representation. Ambitious Paralegal pursuing Bachelors of Science in Legal Studies (Pre-Law) combined with 5 years of progressive performance. Systematic and well-organized in organizing case files, preparing documents and coordinating legal files. Proven expertise in managing exhibits and litigation case pleadings. Diligent Paralegal with background in legal studies and faculty for legal research. Highly skilled in evidence gathering and legal document analysis. Successful managing complex scheduling, office administration and special project support. Experienced Ping titles. Well-versed in logistical complexities of trial preparation. Knowledge and experience with many computer programs, specifically Microsoft programs such as Word, Excel, Office, Spreadsheets, and Powerpoint. Experienced Paralegal successful at prioritizing diverse range of tasks and balancing demands of multiple high profile criminal defense attorneys. Professional possessing excellent analytical and problem-solving skills. Exceptional knowledge of legal terminology.

Skills
  • Legal expertise
  • Legal standards
  • Legal terminology
  • Legal citation
  • Legal administrative support
  • Drafting complex legal documents
  • Association of Legal Administrators
  • Legal knowledge
  • Legal Submissions
  • Legal memos
  • Knowledge of legal requirements
  • Legal coding
  • Knowledge of legal terminology
  • Legal/Court Processes
  • Legal transcripts
  • Legal reform
  • Legal Analysis
  • Drafting legal documents
  • Authoritative legal research
  • Legal support
  • Legal Research
  • Knowledge of legal codes
  • Legal document reviewing
  • Legal guidelines understanding
  • Legal proceedings knowledge
Work History
12/2018 - CurrentParalegal/Litigation Legal Assistant | Gadbois, Audet & Associates - Waterbury, CT
  • Created highly researched and articulate legal paperwork such as pleadings, contracts and briefs.
  • Coordinated trial exhibits by organizing materials, writing documentation and preparing digital materials and displays.
  • Developed polished legal documents, including motions and briefs, to support litigation processes and court proceedings.
  • Managed day-to-day legal activities such as subpoena services for the law office with 3 attorneys.
  • Researched a variety of laws and regulations and delivered analysis and assessments to the supervising attorney(s).
  • Developed online, client-facing and internal resources and collated resource content.
  • Adhered to privacy laws to avert possible information breaches and protect client data.
  • Analyzed elements of civil litigation, including evidence gathering and presentation and client counseling, in addition to evaluating jury selection methods processes.
  • Mitigated legal team's workload by reviewing and evaluating legal documents, including discovery materials and contracts.
  • Surpassed specific company objectives by cooperating with staff to implement project initiatives.
  • Prepared legal briefs, motions and pleadings.
  • Communicated with outside vendors on behalf of attorneys and legal departments.
05/2014 - CurrentFreelanced Makeup Artist | Self-Employeed - Northeast, United States
  • Transported makeup and hair supplies and tools to customer locations for trials and events.
  • Performed full makeup applications to at least ten clients per week.
  • Conducted makeup classes for students.
  • Kept up-to-date with style industry standards, trends and techniques to provide optimal aesthetics services to every client.
  • Maintained full stock of inventory and properly sanitized makeup tools to avoid spread of infection.
  • Professionally applied makeup to several clients per month for outings, proms, weddings, funerals and other special occasions and events.
  • Scheduled onsite and offsite makeup appointments for clientele.
  • Helped clients achieve desired looks for routine wear and special events by crafting ideal makeup strategies.
09/2006 - 02/2009Correctional Officer | Department Of Corrections State Of Florida - Bowling Green, FL
  • Searched building and grounds, living quarters and work areas for contraband.
  • Supervised and directed inmate movement during various activities on and off campus.
  • Restrained inmates when disturbances required physical intervention.
  • Investigated attempted escapes and conducted searches for escaped inmates.
  • Created and maintained arrest files on all inmates processed through jail.
  • Verified facility security by inspecting plumbing, outside areas, locks and cells for potential hazards.
  • Completed dorm sanitation and maintenance checks and reported results to management.
  • Made rounds at specified intervals and conducted head counts and roll calls.
  • Oversaw 1200 male inmates in correctional residential facility setting.
  • Delivered inmates to work sites and returned safely by following protocols.
  • Observed and supervised inmates throughout visits, meal time, recreation, phone calls and showers.
  • Arranged for medical and dental care of inmates.
  • Observed behavior of residents individually and in groups.
  • Discussed with offenders links between criminal behavior and anger management problems or drug and alcohol abuse.
  • Escorted inmates to and from cells, court, hospitals and medical appointments.
04/2002 - 12/2006Swing Shift Manager | McDonald's - Rising Sun, MD, Riverside, MD, Wauchula, FL, Maryland/Florida
  • Kept employees operating productively and working on task to meet business and customer needs.
  • Tracked receipts, employee hours and inventory movements.
  • Boosted team productivity and efficiency by leveraging top-notch and teamwork and customer service abilities.
  • Produced regular drive thru time reports and mystery shopper reports to evaluate performance, adjust strategies and maintain agile, sustainable operations.
  • Managed schedules, accepted time off requests and found coverage for short shifts.
  • Trained and mentored new employees to maximize team performance.
  • Devised new promotional approaches to boost customer numbers and market penetration while enhancing engagement and driving growth.
  • Modernized and improved operational procedures to increase efficiency and profitability while tightly controlling costs such as labor and preventing waste.
Education
05/2004Niceville Senior High School, Niceville, FLHigh School Diploma:
02/2008South Florida State College, Avon Park, FLCorrections Certification: Criminal Justice Academy- Corrections Certificate
10/2019Post University, Waterbury, CTParalegal Certification: Law (Pre-Law)
05/2020Post University, Waterbury, CTAssociate of Science: Legal Studies-Pre-Law
Expected in 10/2021Post University, Waterbury, CTBachelor of Science: Pre-Law, Legal Studies
Certifications
  • First Aid/CPR Certified
  • ServSafe
  • Certified Correctional Officer
  • Certified Paralegal
  • Associates of Science in Legal Studies-Summa Cum Laude
Accomplishments

- Inducted Member of Phi Theta Kappa- February 2020

- Member of the National Society of Leadership and Success

- Member of Post University's Distinguished Honors Societys.

- Graduated from Post University with an Associate of Science in Legal Studies May 9, 2020 Summa Cum Laude with a 3.97 GPA

- Member of Post University's Distinguished Honors Societysety graduating with the class of 2021 with a Bachelor's of Science in Legal Studies (Pre-Law) and will be applying to Law school with the hopes of becoming an attorney.

Affiliations

-Phi Theta Kappa

-National Society of Leadership and Success

-Post University Honors Society

-National Honor's Society

-Police Benevolent Association

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Resume Overview

Companies Worked For:

  • Gadbois, Audet & Associates
  • Self-Employeed
  • Department Of Corrections State Of Florida
  • McDonald's

School Attended

  • Niceville Senior High School
  • South Florida State College
  • Post University

Job Titles Held:

  • Paralegal/Litigation Legal Assistant
  • Freelanced Makeup Artist
  • Correctional Officer
  • Swing Shift Manager

Degrees

  • High School Diploma :
    Corrections Certification : Criminal Justice Academy- Corrections Certificate
    Paralegal Certification : Law (Pre-Law)
    Associate of Science : Legal Studies-Pre-Law
    Bachelor of Science : Pre-Law, Legal Studies

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