Amanda Parson
Shoreview
Summary
Confident Litigation Support Specialist with 12 years of experience with solid experience in legal support, ready to contribute to complex litigation tasks. Demonstrates strong focus on team collaboration, providing reliable support and adapting to changing needs. Possesses skills in legal research, document preparation, and case management. Known for effective communication, critical thinking, exceptional analytical and organizational abilities within a high-paced legal environment while maintaining high standards.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Litigation Paralegal
Jeffery Bankston, P.A.
02.2024 - 10.2024
- Increased case efficiency by streamlining document management and organization processes.
- Managed high-volume caseloads effectively by creating organized systems for tracking deadlines and prioritizing tasks.
- Ensured accurate record-keeping by maintaining up-to-date case files, both physical and electronic formats.
- Assisted in obtaining key evidence through subpoenaing records from various sources such as financial institutions or medical providers.
- Supported attorneys during trial proceedings, ensuring the availability of key exhibits and witnesses when needed.
- Drafted clear and concise correspondence on behalf of attorneys to clients, opposing counsel, and court personnel.
- Organized evidence, exhibits, motions, and subpoenas to support cases and prepare for trial.
- Drafted pleadings, motions, and briefs in compliance with court rules, leading to successful outcomes in numerous cases.
- Completed electronic court filings at state and federal levels.
- Coordinated logistics for trials, including booking travel arrangements and accommodations for legal teams, witnesses, and support staff.
Litigation Paralegal
Morgan and Morgan
04.2023 - 02.2024
- Attending depositions, court or administrative hearings and trials with the attorney
- Assisted in obtaining key evidence through subpoenaing records from various sources such as financial institutions or medical providers.
- Assisted in securing favorable settlements for clients by drafting persuasive settlement proposals and negotiating terms.
- Ensured accurate record-keeping by maintaining up-to-date case files, both physical and electronic formats.
- Identified critical information within extensive documentation through meticulous attention to detail during document review process.
- Increased case efficiency by streamlining document management and organization processes.
- Managed high-volume caseloads effectively by creating organized systems for tracking deadlines and prioritizing tasks.
- Drafted clear and concise correspondence on behalf of attorneys to clients, opposing counsel, and court personnel.
- Organized evidence, exhibits, motions, and subpoenas to support cases and prepare for trial.
- Drafted pleadings, motions, and briefs in compliance with court rules, leading to successful outcomes in numerous cases.
- Completed electronic court filings at state and federal levels.
- Used document review tools to discover and inspect records.
Litigation Paralegal
Schwebel Goetz and Sieben
11.2021 - 07.2023
- Anticipating changes in litigation or transaction preparation requirements
- Department, and team management
- Reduced attorney workload by drafting routine legal documents such as pleadings, motions, and affidavits.
- Managed scheduling of court calendars and deadlines to maintain smooth flow of firm operations.
- Managed complex cases efficiently using specialized software programs designed for paralegal work to track information related to multiple parties over long periods of time.
- Enhanced case efficiency by organizing and maintaining legal documents, files, and correspondence.
- Assisted counsel in preparing answers, providing documentation, and information for discovery request.
- Contributed to firm-client relationship building through professional interactions with clients during meetings or phone calls, conveying empathy while maintaining confidentiality.
- Communicated with clients, opposing counsel and court personnel to keep all parties informed on case updates.
- Prepared legal briefs, motions, and pleadings.
- Streamlined communication between clients and legal staff by managing client inquiries promptly and professionally.
- Improved document organization by implementing a comprehensive file management system for easy access to essential case materials.
- Ensured compliance with court rules and procedures by accurately preparing and submitting legal filings within established timeframes.
- Assisted in preparation of settlement proposals and agreements to help attorneys negotiate settlement in best interest of client.
- Conferred with clients and other involved parties to gather and track case information.
- Assisted attorneys with trial preparation through thorough research and analysis of relevant laws and regulations.
- Summarized depositions, legal documents and other material to provide attorney with relevant material for cases.
- Maintained and updated organized client contact information to keep in touch with clients and provide updates on cases.
- Contributed to successful case outcomes through diligent fact investigation and witness interviews.
- Expedited document review process by conducting initial reviews of key documents for relevance and privilege status.
- Aided settlement negotiations with effective summary reports outlining key points from discovery materials for use during mediation sessions or pretrial settlement talks.
Paralegal
ASK LLP ( Contract Role)
03.2021 - 11.2021
- Analyzing & summarizing medical records for large class action lawsuit
- Increased case efficiency by streamlining document management and organization processes.
- Identified critical information within extensive documentation through meticulous attention to detail during document review process.
- Organized evidence, exhibits, motions, and subpoenas to support cases and prepare for trial.
- Uploaded data into case management system for review and pre-processing.
- Used document review tools to discover and inspect records.
- Managed document review for high-profile cases, ensuring thoroughness and accuracy in evidence compilation.
Paralegal
Virtus Law PLLC ( Contract Role)
05.2020 - 09.2020
- Attending executions of wills, real estate closings, depositions, court or administrative hearings and trials with the attorney
- Reduced attorney workload by drafting routine legal documents such as pleadings, motions, and affidavits.
- Managed scheduling of court calendars and deadlines to maintain smooth flow of firm operations.
- Edited and proofread legal documents to verify accuracy.
- Contributed to firm-client relationship building through professional interactions with clients during meetings or phone calls, conveying empathy while maintaining confidentiality.
- Maintained and updated organized client contact information to keep in touch with clients and provide updates on cases.
- Prepared legal briefs, motions, and pleadings.
- Summarized depositions, legal documents and other material to provide attorney with relevant material for cases.
- Managed complex cases efficiently using specialized software programs designed for paralegal work to track information related to multiple parties over long periods of time.
- Saved firm resources by conducting cost-effective legal research using both traditional library resources and online databases such as LexisNexis or Westlaw.
- Revised and finalized letters, briefs, and memos.
- Analyzed deeds of trust to verify grantor, grantee, trustee and loan amounts for executive leadership.
- Reviewed Deed of Trust, Title Commitment, and prior bankruptcies documents.
Paralegal Manager
FIELDS LAW FIRM
12.2019 - 04.2020
- Anticipating changes in litigation or transaction preparation requirements
- Department, and team management
- Conduct client interviews and maintain general contact with the client
- Conduct investigations, statistical and documentary research and witness interviews
- Draft legal documents, correspondence, pleadings
- Summarize depositions, interrogatories, testimony, medical records, and narrative reports
- Supported firm-wide initiatives aimed at improving diversity, equity, and inclusion within the workplace environment.
- Collaborated closely with attorneys on high-profile cases, providing valuable insights based on extensive paralegal experience.
- Improved client satisfaction with enhanced communication strategies and regular progress updates.
- Provided mentorship to junior paralegals, sharing knowledge on best practices in research techniques and document drafting.
- Contributed to successful settlements by conducting thorough due diligence investigations on opposing parties'' assets and liabilities.
- Evaluated and recommended improvements to the firm''s legal technology infrastructure, ensuring optimal efficiency across all operations.
- Served as a liaison between attorneys and support staff, ensuring efficient workflow and adherence to deadlines.
- Reduced errors in case filings through careful review procedures and ongoing quality control checks on all work products.
- Enhanced productivity by creating standardized templates for commonly used legal documents and correspondence.
- Increased efficiency by streamlining legal document processes and implementing a new case management system.
- Managed a team of paralegals, providing training, support, and performance evaluations to achieve optimal results.
- Assisted with complex litigation matters, coordinating discovery documents and organizing evidence exhibits.
- Completed electronic court filings at state and federal levels.
Paralegal
Tewksbury & Kerfeld, PA
10.2016 - 12.2019
- Conduct client interviews and maintain general contact with the client
- Conduct investigations, statistical and documentary research and criminal investigations
- Attending depositions, court or administrative hearings and trials with the attorney
- Reduced attorney workload by drafting routine legal documents such as pleadings, motions, and affidavits.
- Managed scheduling of court calendars and deadlines to maintain smooth flow of firm operations.
- Prepared legal briefs, motions, and pleadings.
- Helped attorneys prepare for trial by organizing exhibits and calling on witnesses to testify at hearings.
- Improved document organization by implementing a comprehensive file management system for easy access to essential case materials.
- Conducted detailed client intakes and entered information into company database.
- Summarized depositions, legal documents and other material to provide attorney with relevant material for cases.
- Aided settlement negotiations with effective summary reports outlining key points from discovery materials for use during mediation sessions or pretrial settlement talks.
- Completed electronic court filings at state and federal levels.
Paralegal
Walker Law Offices
07.2014 - 10.2016
- Maintained and updated organized client contact information to keep in touch with clients and provide updates on cases.
- Conduct investigations, statistical and documentary research, locate and interview witnesses
- Assisted in preparation of settlement proposals and agreements to help attorneys negotiate settlement in best interest of client.
- Conduct legal research, and criminal investigations
- Conducted detailed client intakes and entered information into company database.
- Draft legal documents, correspondence, pleadings, and prepared and E-file and service for pleadings
- Summarize depositions, interrogatories, testimony, medical records, and narrative reports
- Attending depositions, court or administrative hearings and trials with the attorney
- Reduced attorney workload by drafting routine legal documents such as pleadings, motions, and affidavits.
- Managed scheduling of court calendars and deadlines to maintain smooth flow of firm operations.
- Enhanced case efficiency by organizing and maintaining legal documents, files, and correspondence.
- Assisted attorneys with reviewing and organizing witness reports.
- Researched and analyzed legal issues and cases to provide accurate advice to clients.
- Attended court hearings and depositions to take notes and document proceedings.
- Communicated pertinent information to clients via phone, email, and mail.
- Enhanced case preparation efficiency by organizing and maintaining comprehensive digital filing system.
- Bolstered firm's reputation by consistently maintaining high standards of confidentiality and professionalism.
- Improved client trust and satisfaction, providing comprehensive support and updates throughout case progression.
- Assisted in achieving favorable legal outcomes by preparing persuasive legal arguments and briefs.
- Facilitated smoother trial preparations, organizing exhibits and coordinating witnesses.
Education
High School Diploma -
Minnetonka High School
Associate of Applied Science - Business Management and Marketing
Normandale Community College
Bachelor of Science - Business Management and Marketing
Metropolitan State University
Skills
- Analytical problem solving
- Resourceful, Organized, with great attention to detail
- Strong teamwork and Interpersonal Communication
- Proficient in Excel, Word, Adobe Pro, and PowerPoint
- Proficient in case management software: Trial Works, Amicus, Time Matters, Clio
- State and Federal filing systems for MN, GA, and FL
- Self-starter
- Organization and Research
- File and Records Management
- Case Summaries
- Client Communication
- Document Preparation and Organization
- Case analysis and Negotiation
- Calendar management
- Discovery management
Certification
Certified Notary Public Commission
Timeline
Litigation Paralegal
Jeffery Bankston, P.A.
02.2024 - 10.2024
Litigation Paralegal
Morgan and Morgan
04.2023 - 02.2024
Litigation Paralegal
Schwebel Goetz and Sieben
11.2021 - 07.2023
Paralegal
ASK LLP ( Contract Role)
03.2021 - 11.2021
Paralegal
Virtus Law PLLC ( Contract Role)
05.2020 - 09.2020
Paralegal Manager
FIELDS LAW FIRM
12.2019 - 04.2020
Paralegal
Tewksbury & Kerfeld, PA
10.2016 - 12.2019
Paralegal
Walker Law Offices
07.2014 - 10.2016
High School Diploma -
Minnetonka High School
Associate of Applied Science - Business Management and Marketing
Normandale Community College
Bachelor of Science - Business Management and Marketing
Metropolitan State University
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