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Amanda Kummer

Barrhead,AB

Summary

Driven Paralegal is successful at thriving in a high-stress, high-pressure environments and situations involving constant change and vast ambiguity in data and instruction. Results-driven professional skilled in researching legal case information and preparing necessary correspondence with strong understanding of legal terminology and processes. Adept in maintaining confidential records and client information. Pleasantly assists attorneys in preparing for trials and other legal proceedings. Insightful Family Law Paralegal with sixteen years of experience. Background includes mediation, court hearings and settlement support. Caring and compassionate with excellent communication and problem-solving abilities. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals. To seek and maintain full-time position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem-solving skills.

Overview

17
17
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Paralegal of Family Law & Criminal Court

Lennon Barlow Keyes
03.2021 - Current
  • Enhanced case efficiency by organizing and maintaining legal documents, files, and correspondence.
  • Assisted attorneys with trial preparation through thorough research and analysis of relevant laws and regulations.
  • 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.
  • Reduced attorney workload by drafting routine legal documents such as pleadings, motions, and affidavits.
  • Boosted office productivity by maintaining an accurate calendar of appointments, deadlines, and court appearances.
  • Ensured compliance with court rules and procedures by accurately preparing and submitting legal filings within established timeframes.
  • Increased collaboration among team members by coordinating meetings, conference calls, and video conferences with internal staff and external parties involved in cases.
  • Maintained up-to-date knowledge of changes in laws or regulations relevant to practice areas through continuous professional development opportunities such as seminars or webinars.
  • Aided settlement negotiations with effective summary reports outlining key points from discovery materials for use during mediation sessions or pretrial settlement talks.
  • Managed complex cases efficiently using specialized software programs designed for paralegal work to track information related to multiple parties over long periods of time.
  • Facilitated timely and accurate billing by recording billable hours, expenses, and other relevant information in the firm''s billing system.
  • Promoted a positive work environment by providing training and guidance to junior paralegals or interns as needed.
  • Contributed to firm-client relationship building through professional interactions with clients during meetings or phone calls, conveying empathy while maintaining confidentiality.
  • Managed scheduling of court calendars and deadlines to maintain smooth flow of firm operations.
  • Maintained and updated organized client contact information to keep in touch with clients and provide updates on cases.
  • Edited and proofread legal documents to verify accuracy.
  • Communicated with clients, opposing counsel and court personnel to keep all parties informed on case updates.
  • Assisted counsel in preparing answers, providing documentation, and information for discovery request.
  • Conferred with clients and other involved parties to gather and track case information.

Legal Assistant

Driessen De Rudder Law Office
06.2007 - 03.2021
  • Maintained strict confidentiality, protecting sensitive client information as required by legal ethics and regulations
  • Streamlined administrative processes for better efficiency in handling caseloads, reducing paperwork backlog, and ensuring timely completion of tasks.
  • Drafted accurate and persuasive legal correspondence, contributing to successful negotiations and settlements.
  • Improved communication between attorneys and clients by scheduling meetings, providing status updates, and relaying critical information promptly.
  • Reduced errors in court filings by meticulously proofreading documents for accuracy before submission.
  • Managed high-volume workload while maintaining strict attention to detail on every task such as drafting pleadings or summarizing depositions accurately.
  • Delivered exceptional service to clients by assisting them with routine needs like obtaining copies of pertinent records or directing them to appropriate resources when needed.
  • Gathered key information during initial client intake interviews that contributed significantly to the formulation of effective legal arguments.
  • Handled billing tasks efficiently and accurately, ensuring smooth financial operations for the legal team.
  • Stayed abreast of industry developments and emerging trends by attending relevant seminars or workshops, applying newly acquired knowledge to enhance job performance continuously.
  • Filed court documents and legal pleadings with court clerk on behalf of attorneys.
  • Completed electronic filings, initiated billing statements, and managed firm administrative matters.
  • Created spreadsheets to track client progress and document billable hours.
  • Contacted clients to schedule appointments and discuss progress of cases.
  • Communicated pertinent information to clients via phone, email, and mail.
  • Interviewed clients to obtain information relevant to cases.
  • Created weekly, monthly and quarterly expense reports.
  • Facilitated timely resolution of legal matters by preparing and organizing essential documents.
  • Supported attorneys in achieving favorable outcomes through thorough research and analysis of complex legal issues.
  • Enhanced office productivity by implementing efficient document management systems for easy retrieval and storage.


  • Increased client satisfaction by efficiently managing case files and promptly addressing inquiries.

Education

Office Administration Certificate -

Northern Lakes College
Barrhead
06.2007

High School Diploma -

Fort Assiniboine School
Fort Assiniboine
05.2004

Skills

  • Proficient in MS Office
  • Document Filing
  • Attorney Support
  • Litigation Support
  • Records Management
  • Civil Law
  • Exhibit Preparation
  • Legal Jargon Knowledge
  • Court Transcription
  • Proofreading
  • Calendar Management
  • Legal Writing
  • Conflict Mediation

Languages

English
Full Professional

Certification

Commissioner for Oaths- Authorized by the Government of Alberta

Corporate Registries System (CORES) Level 1- Corporate Searches, File Corporate Returns, Change Directors/Shareholders.

Timeline

Paralegal of Family Law & Criminal Court

Lennon Barlow Keyes
03.2021 - Current

Legal Assistant

Driessen De Rudder Law Office
06.2007 - 03.2021

Office Administration Certificate -

Northern Lakes College

High School Diploma -

Fort Assiniboine School

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