Paralegal Office
Resume:
DIANA BURNS
***** **** ******** *****, *********, CO 80127
ac4d75@r.postjobfree.com
PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY:
A well-qualified paralegal with over 15+ years of diverse experience who is flexible, motivated, organized and a dedicated professional with a proven track record in legal and investigative research, drafting legal documents, case preparation, analytical analysis and writing skills. Extensive knowledge of legal terminology, law and legal proceedings. Discreet and resourceful team worker who thrives in a fast-paced working environment experienced in handling a wide range of paralegal activities who is able to work independently and can meet strict deadlines.
SKILLS
Technical expertise in litigation support and case analysis software (Opus 2 International).
Technical expertise in hours tracking and billing invoices in billing software (Timeslips).
Proficient in MS Office: Outlook, Word, Excel, Powerpoint.
Responsible for managing and monitoring attorney case calendars to track dates and deadlines (LawToolbox).
All facets of trial preparation.
Critical thinking and identifying legal similarities among cases.
Technical expertise in e-filings and e-discovery through ICCES, PACER and the Federal Court docket.
Proactively monitoring changes to state and federal laws.
Proficient in Adobe Systems and Adobe Acrobat.
Co-ordinate, prepare and interpret complex legal documents including pleadings, motions, briefs, documents produced through discovery and summaries.
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
T. L. Roberts at Law September 2015 – January 2018
Denver, CO
Marilee E. Langhoff, P.C.
Denver, CO
(Contract Paralegal)
I was employed on a contract basis to provide paralegal assistance part-time for each sole practitioner, who office shared at the same location. For Mr. Roberts, I worked in a team with his lead paralegal to provide legal, trial and administrative support of complex, deadline-intensive matters. Mr. Roberts’ practice consists of civil litigation, appellate practice, and bad faith insurance coverage. Ms. Langhoff’s practice consists of civil litigation and employment law practice.
I managed paralegal activities as well as office functions such as scheduling and billing. I assisted in the timely drafting and filing of legal documents including pleadings, exhibits, motions, court orders and discovery in state and federal courts and the required filing of documents with the State Personnel Board. I assisted attorneys at trial and hearings. I analyzed and researched factual information, organized and summarized documents, assisted with document production and trial preparation and maintained a paper and electronic litigation database.
JoAnne Zboyan, Esq. August 2002 – August 2003
Denver, CO
(Litigation Paralegal)
I was employed as a part-time litigation paralegal and legal secretary for a sole practitioner in the areas of insurance defense, personal injury and medical malpractice law.
I managed office functions such as scheduling and billing and provided administrative support. I assisted in the timely drafting and filing of legal documents including pleadings, exhibits, motions, court orders and discovery in state and federal courts. I managed document production including identifying various issues, analyzing facts, organizing and reviewing documents. I was also responsible for the accuracy of docketing calendars.
Brega & Winters, P.C. July 1997 – April 2002
Denver, CO
(firm is now dissolved)
(Senior Litigation Paralegal)
I was employed as a senior litigation paralegal in the areas of civil, commercial and security litigation.
I was responsible for the management of document production including identifying various issues, analyzing facts, organizing, reviewing and managing large document production cases. I conducted extensive legal research on Westlaw. I assisted in the timely drafting and filing of legal documents including pleadings, exhibits, motions, court orders and discovery in state and federal courts.
Montgomery, Kolodny, Amatuzio, Dusabek November 1996 – July 1997
& Parker, LLP
(Litigation Paralegal)
I was employed as a senior litigation paralegal for Lorraine Parker, Esq., who subsequently left this firm, whereby eliminating my position as litigation paralegal.
I assisted in the timely drafting and filing of legal documents including pleadings, exhibits, motions, court orders and discovery in state and federal courts. I was responsible for the management of document production including identifying various issues, analyzing facts, organizing, and reviewing documents. I also did extensive research including comprehensive record and case management summaries. I assisted attorneys at trial. I researched factual information, assisted with document production and trial preparation.
EDUCATION
Kearney State College 1975 - 1979
Kearney, NE
Attended for three years, area of studies: Bachelor of Art, Business
Denver Community College 1987-1988
Denver, CO
Attended for one year, area of studies: Associate Degree, Paralegal Certificate
Professional references furnished upon request.
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