KAREN WITTE

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ERLANGER, KENTUCKY 41018

859-***-****

adjv0x@r.postjobfree.com

PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY

Detail-oriented Paralegal who applies excellent writing skills in drafting legal documents, legal memorandums, motions, and correspondence. Conducts all legal business professionally and with little guidance from attorneys and supervisors. Adept at collaborating with a diverse range of legal personnel including associates, partners, and legal secretaries.

HIGHLIGHTS

Over 15 years of legal experience as a Paralegal.

Outstanding communication written and verbal.

Strong critical thinking skills.

High sense of diligence and ability to effectively multi-task several complex assignments with tight deadlines.

Experienced in computer applications.

Proficiency in working well with co-workers as well as clients.

Great ability to work independently in day to day activities.

Remarkable skill at organizing work and solving problems that arise in day to day activities.

Observant, intuitive and conscientious with great attention to detail.

Deep ability to institute and conduct all phases of office procedures.

Uncommon competency with most office equipment including personal computers, fax machines, copier and printer.

Ability to transcribe dictation.

Efficient and knowledgeable in timekeeping.

WORK EXPERIENCE

Network Adjusters Inc. 2019-present

Claims Examiner

• Contact injured parties and legal representatives to negotiate final settlement for claims.

• Identified and collected evidence and determined its value to a specific claim.

• Set and adjusted claim reserves as needed.

• Reviewed files daily and update claim status.

• Prepared denials and reservation of right letters.

• Reviewed medical billing to ensure that they are casually related to the injury.

Dressman Benzinger & Lavelle psc, Cincinnati, Ohio 2013-2019

Paralegal

Assist in drafting real estate, corporate, and construction documents.

Proficient in drafting and finalizing AIA Documents.

Created and maintained binders for trials, litigation matters and mediations.

Ability to prepare, interpret and review construction-related contracts and documents.

Transcribe dictation of client letters and memorandums.

Entered attorneys time and own time in to LMS.

Order supplies for the office as needed.

J.T. RIKER CO., L.P.A., Cincinnati, Ohio 2005-2013

Paralegal

Assist in trial preparation.

Maintain complex files.

Prepare pleadings, legal documents, and subpoenas.

Schedule appointments, court appearances, and depositions.

Type memos and correspondence.

Transcribe dictation.

Provide back-up telephone coverage.

Filed and served legal documents with the Court.

Maintained a calendaring tickler system.

File maintenance.

Obtain and organize medical records for litigation purposes.

Steven R. Swillinger, Attorney at Law, Cincinnati, Ohio 2005-2008

Bradley M. Swillinger, Attorney at Law, Cincinnati, Ohio 2005-2008

Paralegal

Prepared legal documents and discovery.

Scheduled appointments.

Filed legal documents with the Court.

Assist with trail preparation.

File maintenance.

Performed extensive client contact.

Prepared general correspondence, typing, and proofreading documents.

EDUCATION

Associates Degree in Paralegal Studies

Beckfield College, Florence, Kentucky (2004)

REFERENCES

Sharon Shartzer 859-***-****

David Bloomberg 513-***-****

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