MICHAEL BURGESS
**** ***** **. #*** *******, FL *2807 407-***-**** **************@*****.***
OBJECTIVE
A Paralegal position that would allow me to use the skills and knowledge I have gained thru experience
and education.
EDUCATION
Associate of Science, Paralegal Studies
Valencia College, 2011
•Litigation Specialization
COMPUER SKILLS & ABILITIES
•Extensive knowledge of Client Profiles,Pro Law and CaseAware, legal case management
software
•Proficient in Microsoft Office products, including Word, Excel and PowerPoint
•Certified in Lexis Nexus and Westlaw research applications
•Familiar with DOAH website
•Knowledgeable in the process of e-filing motions, pleadings and petitions.
LEGAL EXPERIENCE
Paralegal/Legal Assistant, McCalla Raymer, • November 2012-June 2013
• Draft and File Legal Documents
• Maintain a case load of more than 200 files
• Assist attorney in handling files from opening to judgment
Paralegal, KEL Attorneys • February 2012-November 2012
• Draft and File Legal Documents
• Maintain a case load of more than 400 files
File Clerk/Legal Assistant, Van Dingenen P.A. • November 2010-February 2012
• Opened, maintained and closed client files.
• Explained retainer contracts to prospective new clients.
• E-filed petitions for benefits.
MANAGEMENT EXPERIENCE
Department Manager, Best Buy • 1998-2002
Department Manager, Circuit City •2007
• Hired and trained new employees
• Achieved and surpassed sales and productivity goals.
OTHER EMPLOYMENT
Customer Service Representative, Entertainment Benefits Group • August 2009-April 2010
Server/Bartender/Host,
Vinito’s Tuscan Tavern •April 2009-August 2009
Universal Studios • January 2008-April 2009
Bennigan’s • August 2005-March 2007
BUISNESS REFERENCES
Elsa Camacho, Esq., 407-***-****, Attorney, KEL Attorneys
Jesse Rowe, 407-***-****, Paralegal, Van Dingenen P.A.