Paralegal

DISHA NANDA

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EDUCATION

Faulkner University, Thomas Goode Jones School of Law, Montgomery, AL May 2016 Juris Doctorate

Georgia State University, Atlanta, GA May 2013

Bachelors of Business Administration, Robinson College of Business CORE SKILLS AND COMPETENCIES

Logical and enthusiastic Juris Doctor with broad legal knowledge for full regulatory compliance.

Thorough understanding of immigration, contracts, corporations, business, intellectual property, employment and labor law

Expertise in Advanced Legal Research using internal and external databases.

Proven aptitude to quickly learn new applications

Excellent project management and organization skills

Team player with an ability to coordinate with people from different levels.

Ability to multi-task

Strong problem-solving and analytical skills

High degree of professionalism

Effective communication and listening skills

Proficiency with Microsoft Office (PowerPoint, Excel, Word, and Outlook). RELEVANT EXPERIENCE

Coleman Legal Group, LLC. – Alpharetta, GA March 2016 - Present Private Law Firm

Legal Intern

Enhanced online exposure and law firm’s recognition through blogging relating to, but not limited to: Immigration, Family Law matters, bankruptcy

Supporting to increase clientele and generating law firm’s presence

Working on market strategies according to relevant market specificities

Drafting uncontested and contested divorce petitions, and other relevant legal motions and pleadings.

Assisting the attorneys with case management.

Data Soft Technologies, Inc.- Alpharetta, GA August 2016 – December,2016 IT and professional Staffing Company dedicated to providing high quality value to fortune 500 companies. Human Resources Specialist (part time)

Worked closely with the President of the company to deliver results to the clients by listening to their challenges and meeting their staffing needs every step of the way.

Contracts Management

Assisted with immigration process

Administration of healthcare benefits for employees, including client representation and vendor relations

Created and managed employee benefit plans

Assisted with background checks to be provided to shortlisted clients Department of Human Resources - Montgomery, AL May 2015-July 2015 Government State Agency

DHR Legal Intern

• Assisted Attorney General with “Termination of Parental Rights” case

• Drafted legal instruments such as motions and petitions

• Observed court hearings and ISP’s

• Assisted attorneys with various administrative functions and supported optimal case management services

• Acquired a keen understanding of Advanced Legal Research, Family Law, and Children’s Rights Youth Facility Center - Montgomery, AL July 2014-June 2015 Government State Agency

Intern for Probation Officer

• Attended initial hearings and dispositional hearings at the Juvenile Court

• Counseled Juveniles on daily basis to check up on their progress during juvenile’s consent decree term or probationary term

• Accompanied probation officer in home visits and at Davis Day Treatment Center Siemens Industry Inc. – Alpharetta, GA June 2013-August 2013 Electrical Products Provider to Industrial Market

HR Intern

• Worked closely with Vice President of Human Resources for Siemens Metals Division and researched regulatory issues for policy development purposes

• Planned, coordinated, and facilitated various programs and projects for recruitment, talent acquisition, and employee performance evaluation

• Compiled talent acquisition guidelines for Emerging Leadership Development Program

• Planned, organized, and oversaw Emerging Leadership Development Event for 2013

• Partnered with HR Managers from varying groups on additional projects as warranted. Juvenile Court – Fulton County - Atlanta, GA January 2013 – May 2013 Mental Health Clinic Intern

• Facilitated in providing an effective treatment to qualified defendants

• Led the team in determining the defendant’s eligibility for mental health services SERVICES AND AWARDS

Pro Bono Service Merit Award

Best Paper in Advanced Legal Research

Excellent Customer Service Award

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