Michelle Bumbaca
San Mateo
Summary
Dynamic paralegal with extensive experience at the Law Offices of Desmond B. Tuck, excelling in legal research and document drafting. Proven ability to manage multiple cases while maintaining meticulous attention to detail and fostering clear communication. Passionate about civil litigation and dedicated to supporting attorneys in achieving successful outcomes.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Paralegal
Law Offices of Desmond B. Tuck
San Mateo
08.2025 - Current
- Drafted legal documents and correspondence for various cases.
- Prepare, format, and file legal documents including pleadings, discovery, and correspondence.
- Draft professional correspondence to counsel and clients.
- Organized discovery documents and drafted interrogatories to support case preparation.
- Reviewed discovery materials for relevance and accuracy.
- Drafted discovery responses including interrogatories and requests for production of documents.
- Collaborated with attorneys throughout all stages of litigation to streamline case progression.
- Assisted attorneys in trial preparation and court filings.
- Maintained organized case files while managing multiple matters to ensure compliance with deadlines.
- Communicate with courts, clients, and counsel.
- Coordinate service of process and manage deadlines.
- Interpreted various types of legal documents including contracts and agreements.
- Researched applicable statutes, codes, regulations, ordinances, and precedent cases.
Homemaker
11.2017 - Current
- Multitasked and adapted to changing environments to manage household responsibilities efficiently.
- Pursued continuous learning to improve skills and knowledge applicable to homemaking tasks.
- Collaborated with family members while managing independent tasks to maintain a harmonious home.
Supervisor and Crew Member
Trader Joe's
12.2003 - 11.2017
- Oversaw daily operations, enhancing customer experience through effective service delivery.
- Led team communication, facilitating training sessions that improved employee readiness.
- Evaluated performance and coached staff.
- Managed payroll, scheduling, and inventory tasks.
- Maintained professional communication, fostering customer satisfaction through attentive service.
Education
Associate of Science - Paralegal Studies
Canada College
Redwood City, CA04-2026
Skills
- Legal research
- Document drafting
- Motion drafting
- Litigation support
- Trial preparation
- Pre-trial preparation
- Case management
- Deposition summaries
- Civil litigation expertise
- Civil law knowledge
- Property law expertise
- Deadline management
- Proofreading skills
- Professional correspondence
Certification
- Paralegal Studies Certificate - Canada College
- Litigation Certificate - Canada College
Timeline
Paralegal
Law Offices of Desmond B. Tuck
08.2025 - Current
Homemaker
11.2017 - Current
Supervisor and Crew Member
Trader Joe's
12.2003 - 11.2017
Associate of Science - Paralegal Studies
Canada College