Paralegal

Dara Griffith

New Port Richey, FL

727-***-****

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OBJECTIVE: Obtain a position utilizing my skills to grow with and benefit the Firm.

QUALIFICATIONS

Exceptional organizational, time management, conflict resolution, problem-solving, analytical and critical thinking skills

Strong written and verbal communication skills

Excellent pleading and discovery drafting, electronic filing, docket management, keyboard, internet and electronic mail skills

Extensive knowledge of the Florida Rules of Civil Procedure

Proficient in Microsoft Suite, LMS, Majesco, West Point, Westlaw/LexisNexis, Aderant, Juris Suite

Professional demeanor, positive attitude, detail-oriented, able to work independently and as a team player, able to multi-task and prioritize workload to timely meet deadlines, dependable, adaptable, proactive, patient, eager to learn more and discerning

EDUCATION

Bachelor’s Degree - Criminal Justice: Remington College, Largo - High Honors, National Dean’s List, Student Helping Student and Perfect Attendance Awards

Remington College Paralegal Program

Florida Registered Paralegal

EMPLOYMENT HISTORY

Heritage Property & Casualty Insurance Company – Tampa, 2019-Present: Paralegal for Senior Associate. First Party Property Insurance Defense. Propound and Answer discovery, draft pleadings, subpoenas and correspondence; electronic filing and service; schedule depositions, hearings, ADR and phone conferences; calendar deadlines; docket and diary management; communicate with attorneys, team members, clients, co-workers, court personnel, opposing counsel, vendors and experts (remotely and in-person); prepare attorneys for upcoming events; confirm attorneys’ appointments and remote access credentials. Proceed invoices timely and accurately. Trial preparation and attendance. Assist and train fellow paralegals and legal assistants. Prepare suggestions for new guidelines and procedures

Vernis & Bowling of the Gulf Coast P.A. – Saint Petersburg, 2014-2019: Paralegal for Senior Insurance Defense Attorney. Complex litigation case management from inception through all phases of discovery, trial and resolution; draft and file discovery responses and requests; analyze documents for privilege and production; scan, redact, bates stamp and serve discovery response documents; draft, file and serve Florida and federal court pleadings; review and edit legal documents; communicate with clients, opposing counsel, court personnel and experts; prepare, issue and serve subpoenas; review, organize and summarize medical records; retain experts; prepare internal and external correspondence; deposition, hearing, arbitration and trial preparation and attendance; coordinate EUOs, court reporters and travel; download and organize claim files; time entry and appeals; file management; scheduling; docketing.

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