Litigation Paralegal
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Kathryn Ellen Thomas
Kathryn E. Thomas
Jacksonville, FL 32225
Phone: 904-***-****
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Summary:
Over 26 years of substantive experience as a Litigation Paralegal. Skillfully blends a diverse background in law with real-life experience to make rational and sound judgments while maintaining the highest level of productivity. Displays the utmost level of professionalism and confidentiality. Follows directives and employs all necessary steps to excel in high-pressure situations. Organized and proficient in handling high volume (50-70 files).
Highly skilled in:
E-filing and use of the Florida E-filing Portal.
Motion drafting.
Discovery practices (drafting and responding).
Researching case law.
Incident investigation.
Education:
Bachelor of Applied Science: Wilmington College-Criminal Justice, 2005 University of North Florida 30 CEU’s (300 Hours), 2019 Notary Public Exp. 2028
Gold Coast School of Real Estate Real Estate P & P 1 2001 Employment History:
The Batts Law Group, P.L.L.C.
January 2023 – Present
Batts-Daniels Law, P.L.L.C.
October 2021 – January 2023 (Company Dissolved)
Farah & Farah, P.A.
June 2012- October 2021
Burnetti, P.A.
September 2007-June 2012
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H. Clay Davis III, P.A.
April 1998-July 2006
Core Strengths:
Easily develops a rapport with new clients and maintains a courteous and professional relationship throughout their case.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Outstanding presentation and negotiation skills.
Dynamic, results-oriented problem solver.
Superlative interpersonal and analytical skills.
Trial experience.
Succeeds in a team environment or thrives independently.
Proven leadership and organizational abilities.
Effectively able to multi-task.
Proficient in Microsoft applications, including but not limited to Microsoft Excel, Word and Outlook.
Proficient with various case management software including Client Profiles, ATO, Rocket Matter and Cloudlex.
Responsibilities:
Drafting and proofing legal documents including demands, Complaints, Summons, Motions, Notices and discovery requests and responses.
Responsible for scheduling all litigation proceedings and maintaining the attorney’s calendar.
Acquiring confirmation of service perfection and/or maintaining appropriate follow-up if additional time is needed to procure service.
Coordinating, tracking and organization of documents produced by Defendants or other case parties.
Assist client with discovery compliance by compiling, organizing, and preparing electronic data and documents for responses to Requests to Produce, Interrogatories, and Requests for Copies.
Research civil procedures, case law, locate valid insurance coverage and develop case theory of liability.
Maintain updated case status by communication with clients, medical providers, lien holders, judicial assistants and opposing counsel.
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Responsible for scheduling meetings, examinations, evidence reviews, scene inspections, depositions, mediations, and hearings.
Retain all applicable experts to support any medical damages and/or theory of liability.
Responsible for gathering all documents, medical records, non-party production, medical billing and investigative documentation in preparing the attorney for all depositions and mediations.
Drafting Mediation Statements.
Drafting and filing retained and/or treating expert lists.
Responsible for trial preparation, including but not limited to, trial subpoenas, trial exhibits, medical record and medical billing summations, Power Point presentations, jury instructions, and pre- trial stipulations.
Responsible for achieving service of trial subpoenas and frequent communication with witnesses regarding their appearance, including drafting Order of Proof.
Responsible for all settlement document preparations and post- settlement addendums, including any post-verdict motions for fees and costs.
Responsible for obtaining, negotiating and resolving all collateral source and/or subrogation interests.
Drafting and procuring party signatures on all settlement documents to facilitate settlement disbursements.
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