Profile A professional with paralegal, logistical, and case management
experience. Through experience in different law firms has
strengthened critical thinking, detail management, and analyzing
skills. Able to recruit, supervise, and train staff to meet
company quality standards. In current role, has proven capable of
working with the general public with cultural competency and
ensuring customer satisfaction. Able to meet the tightest
deadlines without compromising quality, as being experienced in
fast-paced, high-pressured environments. An independent worker
that can complete tasks with minimal supervision. Is a proven
asset to any company in the following areas:
Paralegal Duties
Written/Verbal Communication
Legal Research
Office Reception
Office Management
Case Management
Customer Service
Staff Supervision
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Programs
Experienc 06/2014 - Present Frank J. Martone, PC Bloomfield, NJ
e Foreclosure Paralegal
Compile documents required for foreclosure process
Draft the foreclosure complaint, motions and orders for default,
decree of foreclosure, notice of sale and trustees' deed or
sheriff's deed after sale
Draft and record notice of Lis Pendens to warn all persons that
title is
in litigation
Input and maintain information into case management system and
ensure data integrity
Maintain, organize and index all case files for Attorneys; file
correspondence, pleadings and other documentation in an accurate
and timely manner
Provide necessary telephone assistance by responding to caller's
inquiries
Establish a strong follow-up system to ensure deadlines are not
missed for which various pleadings must be served and filed
Prioritize and work at a fast pace on a high volume of files, with
a great attention to detail
04/2010 - Present Last Minute Messenger Service, LLC
Springfield, NJ
President/Operator
Manage the transportation of goods and materials between points of
origin to destination
Oversee transportation mode, inventory, warehousing, and security
functions for shipments
Monitor the quality, quantity, cost and efficiency of the movement
and storage of goods and analyze data to monitor performance and
plan improvement and demand
Develop business by gaining new contracts, analyzing logistical
problems and producing new solutions
Supervise staff and recruiting, training, and ensuring company
quality standards are met
02/2006- 10/2010 Kaufman Borgeest & Ryan LLP Parsippany, NJ
Paralegal
Organized and maintained case files from inception to conclusion,
including drafting, preparing and reviewing various legal
correspondences and documents
Communicated and coordinated with attorneys, clients, witnesses
and court personnel to officiate the daily maintenance and
operation of the cases
Conducted legal research and fact investigations, using multiple
quantitative and qualitative resources and research
methodologies, to capture and interpret information
Gathered and managed large amount of data such as medical records,
discovery productions and transcripts
03/2003- 02/2006 Meyner and Landis LLP Newark, NJ
Litigation Paralegal
Implemented and demonstrated knowledge of commonly used plaintiff
and defense concepts, practices, and procedures within the field
of Banking and Financial Transactions, Creditor's Rights,
Commercial/General Litigation, Commercial/Residential Real Estate,
and Landlord/Tenant
Demonstrated and implemented good judgment in resolving various
legal issues
Education
Global Logistics Associate Certification, Union County College,
Elizabeth, New Jersey
Paralegal Certificate, Paralegal Studies, Fairleigh Dickinson
University, Madison, New Jersey
Bachelor of Arts in Social Science/Pre-Law, Allen University,
Columbia, South Carolina
Volunteer
Clerical - Urban League of Union County, Elizabeth, NJ
Receptionist - Brand New Day, Elizabeth, NJ
Receptionist/Case Manager - Roselle First, Roselle, NJ