Manager Software
Resume:
Melissa S. Page
Stockbridge, GA 30281
Career Summary
. More than 16 years experience as a Litigation Paralegal in multiple
states, in both state and federal courts.
. Experience in small, medium and large law firms
. Over 4 years experience in a supervisory/manager role
. Developed procedures which increased efficiency and reduced errors
. Created library of form templates to streamline processes and create
consistantly
Employment
Senior Paralegal MANAGER, Bleecker, Brodey & Andrews/formerly Johnson &
Freedman, LLC (2010-2014)
Litigation/Collections
Draft all legal pleadings, including, but not limited to: complaints,
discovery,
and motions for various states including, GA, AL, MS and SC.
Review work logs and client portfolios to ensure flow and time frame
compliance.
Prepare, revise and update pleading templates.
Develop Software to automate daily activity of Paralegals.
Train new paralegals on software and state procedures.
Schedule appearance counsel for out of state hearings and trials and
monitor outcome.
Handle special state projects.
Senior Paralegal, Mann Bracken, LLP/Axiant, LLC., Atlanta, GA
(2008 - 2009)
Retail Litigation/Collections
Drafted various motions and prepare dismissals.
Reviewed payment arrangements and consent orders.
Compiled motions for filing with court.
Reviewed and prepare calendar of upcoming court dates and deadlines for
attorneys.
Scheduled dates for hearings and mediations.
Tracked progress of motions and filing additional pleading as
appropriate.
Assisted with the transition to new software system.
Paralegal, Hays & Potter, P.C., Atlanta, GA (1998 - 2008)
Commercial Litigation/Construction and Business Law
Drafted all legal pleadings, including, but not limited to: complaints,
discovery,
and motions.
Maintained spreadsheet to track all active litigation cases.
Prepared and compiled bank garnishments.
Maintained litigation calendar of court dates and deadlines for
attorneys.
Performed legal research through Westlaw.
Performed extensive review of documents prior to the submission of suit
requirements.
Performed skip traces.
Prepared files for bankruptcy filings.
Prepared Leave of Absence and Conflict Letters.
Coordinated Depositions and Mediations.
Education
PARALEGAL CERTIFICATION
Certification obtained 2002
Kennesaw State University Kennesaw, GA
Skills
* Detail Oriented
* Experienced in litigation process of 9 states, AL, FL, GA, MS, NC,
SC, TN, VA, WV
* Team player
* Proficient proof reader
* Proficient in Word, Word Perfect, Excel, Westlaw, LexisNexis, QLaw,
TimeSlips, Time Matters, PC Law, and Pacer
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