Ambitious Paralegal pursuing BCom Commerce in Law in Law

combined with 13 years of progressive career performance. Systematic and well-organized in organizing case files, preparing documents, and coordinating legal files. Proven expertise in managing exhibits and Litigation case pleadings. Multi-talented Paralegal assistant consistently rewarded for success in planning and operational improvements. Experience in policy development and staff management procedures positively impacting overall morale and productivity. Work History

2015-03 -

Current

Paralegal Assistant

Yvonne Kruger Inc,Midrand, Gauteng, South Africa

• Developed polished legal documents, including

motions and briefs, to support litigation processes and court proceedings.

• Eliminated workflow downtime by restructuring and maintaining client billing and case records.

• Conferred with clients and other involved parties to gather and track case information.

• Researched innovative methods of adding value to key client relationships by providing timely material to facilitate frequent interactions with clients.

• Answered client calls and responded to inquiries, using open-ended questioning skills to attain

applicable information.

• Managed approximately 30 incoming calls, emails, and faxes per day from clients.

• Directed and coordinated law office activity,

including service of subpoenas and scheduling of

depositions.

• Liaised between multiple attorneys involved in

complex legal issues.

• Kept up to date on case progress by frequently

reviewing records and reporting findings to clients.

• Provided administrative support and research for Contact

Address

67 Myrtle Street, Three

Rivers

Vereeniging, Gauteng,

South Africa, 1929

Phone

084-***-****

E-mail

ad4xfc@r.postjobfree.com

Skills

Work Ethic

Working independently

Written and verbal

communication

Adaptable

Initiative

Intellectual ability

Creative

Common sense

Various Document

preparation

Document filing

Legal Case management

Legal research

Excellent investigative and

reporting skills

Scheduling of all Medico

Kim Frances Lombard

Paralegal Assistant/ Legal Assistant / Executive Assistant civil litigation and civil proceedings.

• Supported administration and research processes for civil litigation cases.

• Compiled documentation, ensuring accuracy and

detail for legal briefs, responses to opposing counsel, motions to court and trial exhibits.

• Prepared interrogatories, requests for admissions, requests for production of documents and requests

for examination or inspection.

• Collected and prepared pre-trial discoveries,

records and evidence, including interviews of

witnesses, clients and law enforcement.

• Assisted litigation attorney with research,

depositions, trial preparation, discovery and

document drafts for court submittal.

• Maintained litigation docket and calendars for 1 attorney, noting deadlines for responsive pleadings, motions and other important deadlines.

• Arranging medico legal consultations between

experts and clients.

• Investigated facts and law of cases, using pertinent sources to determine causes of action and to

prepare cases.

• Participated in professional development initiatives for consistent improvement and up-to-date

knowledge of emerging trends and best practices.

• Handled complex scheduling for appointments,

court appearances.

• Managed accounts and client records of clients,

observing confidentiality and extreme discretion.

• Handled electronic court filings and coordinated court activities.

• Prepared for trials by conducting legal research and drafting pleadings.

• Managed all administrative tasks for firm partners and associates.

• Supported lawyers throughout court proceedings.

• Handled office scheduling and made notes for

deadlines, motions and other important dates.

• Filed all court documents and legal pleadings with court clerk on behalf of attorneys.

• Answered telephone and coordinated meetings

legal appointments as well

as legal appointments

Evaluation process

Strategic planning

MS Office

Compliance of Court

Directive

Customer service

Recordkeeping

Superb legal research skills

Litigation

Languages

English and Afrikaans

Education

2012-01 - 2014-12

Diploma in Paralegal Law:

Law (NQF5)

University of Johannesburg

(UJ)

2019-06 – Current

BCom Commerce in Law:

Law

University of South Africa -

Gauteng

and conferences.

• Reviewed case files and reported case progress to clients.

• Performed administrative tasks, including revising and finalizing letters, briefs and memos.

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2015-01 Legal Secretary

Leslie Cohen & Associates, Johannesburg, Gauteng

• Handled office scheduling and made notes for

deadlines, Civil Trials and other important dates.

• Assisted attorney with reviewing and organizing with general litigation, drafting of legal documents as well as letters.

• Transcribed all weekly and bi-weekly calendar

meetings.

• Managed accounts and client records of clients,

observing confidentiality and extreme discretion.

• Answered client calls and responded to inquiries, using open-ended questioning skills to attain

applicable information.

• Performed administrative tasks, including revising and finalizing letters, briefs and memos.

2014-05

2014-12

Legal Secretary

Tatham Wilkes, Pietermaritzburg, KwaZulu – Natal, South Africa

• Assisted litigation attorney with trial preparation, discovery and document drafts for court submittal.

• Kept up to date on case progress by frequently

reviewing records and reporting findings to clients.

• Compiled documentation, ensuring accuracy and

detail for legal briefs, responses to opposing counsel, motions to court and trial exhibits.

• Participated in professional development initiatives for consistent improvement and up-to-date

knowledge of emerging trends and best practices.

• Created interrogatory documents and requests for admissions, document productions, examinations,

and inspections.

• Created highly researched and articulate legal

paperwork such as pleadings, contracts and briefs.

• Answered telephone and coordinated meetings

and conferences.

• Handled office scheduling and made notes for

deadlines, motions and other important dates.

• Transcribed all weekly and bi-weekly calendar

meetings.

• Answered client calls and responded to inquiries, using open-ended questioning skills to attain

applicable information.

• Performed administrative tasks, including revising and finalizing letters, briefs and memos.

• General day to day legal work.

2014 -01-

04

2010-07 -

2013-12

Legal Secretary

Stowell & Co, Pietermaritzburg, KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa

• Compiled documentation, ensuring accuracy and

detail for legal briefs, responses to opposing

counsel, motions to court and trial exhibits.

• Participated in professional development initiatives for consistent improvement and up-to-date

knowledge of emerging trends and best practices.

• Answered telephone and coordinated meetings

and conferences.

• Handled office scheduling and made notes for

deadlines, motions, and other important dates.

• Performed administrative tasks, including revising, and finalizing letters, briefs and memos.

Legal Assistant

Piet Uys Trial Advocacy, Johannesburg, Gauteng,

South Africa

• Assisted litigation attorney with research,

depositions, trial preparation, discovery, and

document drafts for court submittal.

• Kept up to date on case progress by frequently

reviewing records and reporting findings to clients.

• Collected and prepared pre-trial discoveries,

records, and evidence, including interviews of

witnesses, clients and law enforcement.

• Compiled documentation, ensuring accuracy and

detail for legal briefs, responses to opposing

counsel, motions to court and trial exhibits.

• Investigated facts and law of cases, using

pertinent sources to determine causes of action

and to prepare cases.

• Participated in professional development initiatives for consistent improvement and up-to-date

knowledge of emerging trends and best practices.

• Created interrogatory documents and requests for admissions, document productions, examinations,

and inspections.

• Created highly researched and articulate legal

paperwork such as pleadings, contracts, and

briefs.

• Answered telephone and coordinated meetings

and conferences.

• Handled office scheduling and made notes for

deadlines, motions, and other important dates.

• Filed all court documents and legal pleadings with court clerk on behalf of attorneys.

• Researched statutes, decisions, legal articles, and codes.

• Assisted attorney with reviewing and organizing

witness reports.

• Transcribed all weekly and bi-weekly calendar

meetings.

• Worked alongside attorney, administrative

assistants and fellow legal assistants on complex

cases and legal processes.

• Prepared case summaries.

• Performed administrative tasks.

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