Legal Assistant Direct Support
Resume:
ALLIE
ELLIS
*****.*********@*****.***
Leon, IA 50144
Driven Paralegal with experience in family law. Skilled with multitasking and prioritizing tasks to complete projects on time and determine appropriate courses of action with a positive attitude. PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY
Rieper Law P.C - Paralegal/Legal Assistant Intern
Des Moines, IA • 05/2024 - 07/2024
Southern Iowa Resources For Families - Direct Support Professional Leon • 02/2024 - Current
WORK HISTORY
Enhanced case efficiency by organizing and maintaining legal documents, files, and correspondence.
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Assisted counsel in preparing answers, providing documentation, and information for discovery request.
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• Edited and proofread legal documents to verify accuracy. Liaised with other paralegals and legal staff to complete common tasks on schedule.
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Contributed to firm-client relationship building through professional interactions with clients during meetings or phone calls, conveying empathy while maintaining confidentiality.
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Communicated with clients, opposing counsel and court personnel to keep all parties informed on case updates.
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Maintained and updated organized client contact information to keep in touch with clients and provide updates on cases.
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Caring for individuals with disabilities and working on goals clients have to complete for rehabilitation
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Documented progress notes thoroughly to track client achievements, concerns, or changes in behavior patterns that may need attention from the interdisciplinary team.
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Monitored medication administration, maintaining accurate records to ensure client safety and compliance with prescribed treatment plans.
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SKILLS
• Client Support
• Client documentation
• Decision-making support
• Progress Documentation
• Report Generation
• Time Management
• Decision-Making
• Clear Communication
• Appointment Scheduling
Des Moines Area Community
College
Ankeny, IA • 05/2024
AAS: Paralegal
Central Decatur High School
Leon, Iowa • 05/2021
High School Diploma
EDUCATION
CERTIFICATIONS
• Licensed Paralegal
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