PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY

Detail-oriented Freelance Paralegal and Legal Support Professional with 15+ years of experience supporting litigation, transactional matters, and administrative proceedings in Superior Courts, Federal Courts, and Appellate Courts nationwide.

Experienced in managing full case lifecycles, drafting high-level legal documents, and providing independent, contract-based support to attorneys and law firms. Known for maintaining strict confidentiality while delivering dedicated high-level work product.

CORE COMPETENCIES

• Civil Litigation & Administrative Law

• Case Management & Workflow Development

• Trial & Hearing Preparation

• Federal, State & Appellate Filing

• Legal Research & Writing

• Client Relations & Case Intake

• Confidential Contract Support

• Start-up Assistance

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

Paralegal / Legal Operations Consultant

Administrative & Federal Law Practice / California

• Provide litigation and administrative law support to the attorney

• Draft pleadings, discovery, and hearing-related documents

• Manage case workflows, deadlines, and filings independently

• Assist with trial and hearing preparation, including evidence organization

• Attended dispute resolution sessions, mediation, hearings, and trial with the Attorney

• Attended administrative meetings and advocated for clients

• Assist with the practice start-up, including setting up and implementing a case management system, creating policies and procedures, working closely with vendors to create customized accounts

• Develop firm templates and workflows to increase firm productivity

• Develop training modules for future employees

• Manage accounts payable / accounts receivable

• Managed and coordinated firm events and community outreach

Paralegal / Case Manager

Private Law Practice | California

• Manage full case lifecycle, including intake, investigation, and resolution

• Draft due process hearing requests and pretrial statements

• Conduct client interviews and maintain ongoing case communications

• Review and analyze records; create chronologies and timelines

• Attend and support clients in meetings, mediations, and hearings

• Prepare and submit evidence through electronic platforms

• Coordinate subpoenas, trial binders, and exhibits

• Built firm infrastructure, including policies, procedures, and templates

• Implemented case management systems and improved workflow efficiency

• Managed accounts receivable/payable and vendor coordination

• Attended dispute resolution sessions, mediations, hearings, and trial with the Attorney

Paralegal

Civil Litigation Practice | California

• Draft pleadings, motions (including MSJ/MSA), discovery, and correspondence

• Manage case docketing and multiple attorney calendars

• Coordinate depositions, mediations, and court appearances

• Trial preparation, including expert witness preparation, jury instructions, subpoenas, trial binders, and exhibits

• Conduct legal research, cite checking, and document formatting

• Assisted in court filings

Paralegal

Multi-State Litigation Practice

• Supported litigation across multiple jurisdictions

• Drafted pleadings, motions, and discovery

• Assisted in court filings

• Coordinated depositions and remote hearings

• Conducted witness interviews

• Assisted in the preparation of witnesses and experts for depositions, hearings, and trial

• Assisted with trial preparation and legal research

• Attended depositions, hearings, and trial with attorneys

Paralegal / Litigation Lead

Real Estate & Unlawful Detainers Private Practice

• Managed complex litigation cases across multiple jurisdictions

• Drafted pleadings, motions, and discovery

• Coordinated trial preparation and case strategy support

• Assisted in the preparation of witnesses and experts for trials

• Communicated with courts, counsel, and third parties

• Coordinated post-judgment arrangements, including collections

• Coordinated possession of real property, including sheriff lockouts, locksmiths, real estate agent management, and property security

Legal Secretary / Paralegal

Litigation Practice

• Supported multiple attorneys and managing partners

• Drafted legal documents and handled filings

• Managed client intake, case setup, and discovery

• Coordinated independent medical evaluations and depositions

• Conducted client and witness interviews

• Manges case docketing

EDUCATION

University of La Verne

• Bachelor of Science in Legal Studies (Honors)

• ABA-Approved Paralegal Certificate

• Intellectual Property Law Training

• Certificate in Mediation & Alternative Dispute Resolution

Fullerton College

• Associate of Science, Administration of Justice (Honors | Dean’s List)

Summit Career College

• Certificate in Paralegal Studies & Computer Office Administration

PROFESSIONAL AFFILIATIONS

• Phi Theta Kappa Honor Society

• Los Angeles Paralegal Association (LAPA)

• National Association of Legal Assistants (NALA)

• Council of Parent Attorneys and Advocates (COPAA)

• University of La Verne Legal Studies Advisory Committee

TECHNICAL SKILLS

• E-Filing (State, Federal, Appellate, Administrative)

• CaseCenter & Evidence Platforms

• Microsoft Office Suite

• Case Management Systems

• Document Formatting (TOC/TOA, motions, briefs)

• Adobe Acrobate

• E-Discovery

• Document Sharing Platforms

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

• Available for remote work

• Experienced in high-volume and complex litigation environments

• Strong background in law firm setup and operational development

• Flexible availability for urgent deadlines and trial support