Robin Deal
Santa Rosa
Summary
Highly motivated and versatile paralegal with extensive experience at detail orientation, excelling in legal research and document drafting. Proven ability to manage case files and deadlines while enhancing workflow efficiency. Skilled in client communication and trial preparation, demonstrating strong organizational and analytical skills to support attorneys effectively. Team-player seeking opprtunity to grow and learn more about law practices and procedures.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Paralegal
McDonald Law Corporation
08.2005 - 07.2015
- Managed workflow and calendar appearances for two busy attorneys. Maintained timelines and deadlines for e-filing documents and forms in EAMS.
- Experienced at taking depositions, reporting case information and correspondence in line with strict insurance reporting guidelines.
- Drafted and completed legal documents and correspondence for case filings and client communications. Experienced at drafting and completing Appellate filings such as Petition for Writ and Answer to Petition for Writ.
- Conducted extensive legal research to support case preparation and strategy development.
- Expedited, organized and maintained case files, ensuring timely access to critical information and documentation.
- Assisted attorneys in trial preparation, including witness interviews and evidence organization.
- Trained and managed new staff, legal secretaries and paralegals.
- Managed e-filing log-in and training, and records of e-filing for our office.
Document Processor
Zandonella Court Reporting Service
03.2005 - 08.2005
- Processed and reviewed documents for accuracy and compliance with company standards.
- Performed copying, scanning and correlation of documents.
- Assembled, proof-read and bound depositions using heavy equipment.
- Prepared proofs of service, ensuring all proper parties were served in a timely manner.
- Managed multiple priorities effectively, often working on several projects simultaneously while meeting all deadlines.
- Implemented quality control measures to ensure precision in document handling.
Administrative Assistant
Laughlin, Falbo, Levy & Moresi
04.2000 - 02.2005
- Performed data entry for initial incoming case files, and general reception.
- Performed daily filing of court documents at Court Clerk's office and local WCAB.
- Copied, indexed and assembled accompanying exhibits and medical records.
- Ran our mail room and processed all incoming mail for all attorneys and staff at our very busy firm.
- Assisted legal secretaries and paralegal with medical records review and management.
- Coordinated office operations, deliveries and depositions in order to enhance workflow efficiency and productivity. Arranged scheduled use of off-site locations for depositions and meetings.
- Managed some scheduling and calendar organization for senior management, optimizing time allocation.
- Developed and maintained filing systems, ensuring quick retrieval of information for staff.
- Performed filing, errands, and ordering supplies for our office, including keeping our kitchen stocked with snacks and drinks.
- Assisted in the preparation of reports and presentations, improving communication effectiveness.
Education
Paralegal -
Los Angeles Mission College
Sylmar, CA02-2009
Skills
- Excelled in Legal research
- Proficient in MS office, Word and Adobe
- Experienced in case management
- Great at client communication in line with strict insurance reporting and timelines
- Proficient at document drafting, document preparation and calendar management in line with strict insurance reporting guidelines
- Professional at providing administrative support and database research of case law
- Experienced at legal research and data collection, legal writing and file organization
- Great eye for proofreading
- Experienced at listening for and providing Attorney support
- Trial preparation assistance when needed
- File and records management
- Proficient at reading and creation of case summaries
- Document filing in compliance with court filing deadlines
Timeline
Paralegal
McDonald Law Corporation
08.2005 - 07.2015
Document Processor
Zandonella Court Reporting Service
03.2005 - 08.2005
Administrative Assistant
Laughlin, Falbo, Levy & Moresi
04.2000 - 02.2005
Paralegal -
Los Angeles Mission College