Enthusiastic and project-oriented Paralegal offering forty years of experience in military, contract, civil and criminal law. Decisive team player with expertise in federal criminal law. Demonstrated attention to detail, confidentiality and completion of time-sensitive projects.
Detail-oriented and methodical in preparing case files, investigating issues and producing legal paperwork. Background includes organizing exhibits and filing pleadings for criminal and civil cases. Known for meticulous work.
Focused and dedicated Senior Paralegal and Administrative Assistant with exceptional work ethic and proven strengths in legal case management support. Strong multitasker skilled at managing high-volume, complex caseloads while consistently meeting deadlines. Persistent and resourceful problem solver with excellent research and communication skills.
Researched documents and publications for case-altering details and evidence establishment.
Partnered with attorneys to provide detailed performance reports for corrective action planning.
Used Microsoft to input and maintain client data with high degree of accuracy.
Facilitated efficient communication between judges, court administration, government agencies and attorneys.
Assisted attorneys with trial preparation, developed trial exhibits, responded to motions and organized documents for trial discovery.
Drafted motions, briefs and other legal documents associated with litigation process
Worked with attorneys and case reviewers to resolve legal complaints.
Studied and differentiated government and judicial structures at federal and state levels to provide legal team with information on statutes, regulations, arbitration concepts and negotiation techniques.
Organized and prepared case exhibits and evidence for trial.
Researched documents and publications for details to establish evidence.
Researched legal authority and black letter law to compare case facts patterns to precedential cases and determine probable outcomes.
Coordinated with multiple departments regarding responsive documents and document retention.
Contract Specialist, 08/1981 - 10/2001 American Construction And Dredging – City, STATE,
Assisted in development of contracting framework for various joint ventures.
Review and understand contract plans and specifications.
Prepared and processed Corps of Engineers contracts to complete business transactions worth up to millions of dollars.
Monitor existing Corps of Engineers and private corporate contracts for upcoming expiration dates, subsequently coordinating with appropriate channels for contract re-negotiation and possible renewal.
Analyzed performance of current contracts to identify amendment additions and ensure full regulatory compliance.
Drove expense reduction by developing cost-saving initiatives.
Checked information in company's database for accuracy and updated data with current information to maintain records.
Supervised compliance with contracts valued at millions and hundred of thousands of dollars, including concrete, testing, mechanics, trucking and marine specialty contracts.
Strengthened documentation traceability, developing organizational systems for contracts, records, reports and agendas.
Oversaw contract closeouts and addressed all issues prior to release of final payment.
Military Policeman/Administrative Assistant, 01/1972 - 02/1977 United States Army – City, STATE,
Assisted brigade staff judge advocate with trial preparation for pending courts martial.
Enforced military laws and regulations.
Completed regular patrols of assigned areas within operations areas.
Managed police operations around-the-clock, including law enforcement, criminal investigations, safety protocols and civil disturbances.
Assembled and organized facts, data and information on programs as background intelligence for meetings, hearings, briefings and reports.
Assisted attorneys with trial preparation, developed trial exhibits, responded to motions and organized documents for trial discovery.
Drafted motions, briefs and other legal documents associated with litigation process.
Facilitated efficient communication between judges, court administration, government agencies and attorneys.
Organized and prepared case exhibits and evidence for trial.
Studied and differentiated government and judicial structures at federal and state levels to provide legal team with information on statutes, regulations, arbitration concepts and negotiation techniques.
Education and Training
Associate of Arts: Paralegal Studies, Expected in 06/1995 - The Paralegal Institute - Phoenix, AZ, GPA:
Certified Quality Improvement Associate: Quality Assurance, Expected in 06/1995 - American Society Of Quality - Milwaukee, WI, GPA:
Completed continuing education in Quality Assurance
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