F R A N C E S H A N N I G A N

***** ***** **** **.,

Land O Lakes, FL 34639

adxkr9@r.postjobfree.com

850-***-****

Dear Hiring Manager:

I have attached my resume for consideration for employment at your firm. In addition to my extensive experience, I have excellent communication skills. I always maintain a courteous and professional manner when communicating with people, including clients and staff. My broad experience and range of skills make me a superior candidate for a position with your firm. My resume provides additional information on my background and qualifications. I am a hard worker who needs little supervision. I can prioritize and I adapt well to any given situation. I look forward to hearing from you as soon as possible to arrange a time for an interview. Thank you for your consideration.

I am seeking a Part-time fully remote position.

Sincerely,

Frances Hannigan

Vibrant, results-driven Florida Registered Paralegal (#263074) with an Associate’s Degree in Paralegal Studies, and over 18 years of stellar law firm experience. Areas of expertise include Probate, Trusts & Estates, Criminal, and Family Law, Personal Injury, Property-insurance Law. Well-versed in the practical application and compliance with Federal and State Rules of Civil Procedure, Administrative Orders, JAWS, PACER (CM/ECF), LexisNexis File and Serve Express and the Florida E-Portal. Highly focused and results-oriented in supporting complex, deadline-driven operations; able to identify goals and priorities and resolve issues in initial stages. Proven record of accomplishment of accurately completing research, factual reporting, information management, and preparation/indexing of required information prior to trial. Eager to provide comprehensive support including calendaring/scheduling, coordinating travel, and effectively managing essential tasks. Adept at developing and maintaining detailed administrative and procedural processes that reduce redundancy, improve accuracy and efficiency, and achieve organizational objectives. I work efficiently in a fast-paced environment independently and as a responsible team player. I have the ability to navigate and quickly adopt technology and other business tools by self-teaching. Expertise in a variety of software including Microsoft Office Suite programs, WordPerfect, Net Documents, Hot-Docs, Westlaw, Abacus, Time Slips, QuickBooks, Adobe, UniFi, Lotus Notes, Time Matters, Firm Central and Internet Explorer/Chrome.

WORK EXPERIENCE

Groelle and Salmon, Attorneys at Law, Tampa, Florida 11/2021-02/2023

Legal Assistant/ Scheduler

Scheduled hearings and depositions, telephone conversations with Opposing Counsel / Adjustors for multiple attorneys

Organized materials for civil trials.

Maintained complex dockets and files electronically.

Hired and maintain records of Court Reporters, Interpreters.

Ordered Zoom Link and Courtscribe.

Maintained detailed calendaring/tickler system.

Prepared legal documents, pleadings, memos, orders, subpoenas, and correspondence.

Mailed and correspondence, trial binders, pleadings.

Heavy Email

JOHN BALES ATTORNEYS, Tampa, Florida 10/2019-11/2021

Personal Injury Paralegal/Case Manager

Gathered information and manage complex cases from initial pleadings

Intake

Managed and index client case information.

Ordered, Managed and maintain medical records

Prepared and interpret legal documents, pleadings, subpoenas.

Organized materials for civil trials.

Maintained complex dockets and files manually and electronically.

Maintained detailed calendaring/tickler system.

Prepared pleadings, memos, orders, and correspondence.

Notarized closing documents as needed.

Scheduled appointments and court appearances.

Recorded and track billable hours.

BUCHANAN, INGERSOLL & ROONEY, PC, Tampa, Florida 04/2019-7/2019

Probate and Paralegal/Case Manager

Gathered information and manage complex probate cases from initial pleadings to closing.

Managed and index client case information.

Prepared and interpret legal documents, pleadings, subpoenas, Form 56, Bond and EIN applications.

Organized materials for civil trials.

Maintained complex dockets and files manually and electronically.

Maintained detailed calendaring/tickler system.

Prepared pleadings, memos, orders, and correspondence.

Scheduled appointments and court appearances.

Recorded and track billable hours.

Performed purchasing functions and maintain office equipment and supply inventory.

RYAN, HICKS, CUMPTON & CUMPTON, LLP, Pensacola, Florida 6/2013-3/2019

Probate and Estate Trusts Paralegal/Case Manager

Gathered information and manage complex probate cases from initial pleadings .

Ordered Medical files.

Managed and index client case information.

Prepared and interpret legal documents, pleadings, subpoenas.

Organized materials for civil trials.

Maintained complex dockets and files manually and electronically.

Maintain detailed calendaring/tickler system.

Prepared pleadings, memos, orders, and correspondence.

Scheduled appointments and court appearances.

Managed internal and external mail functions.

Prepared invoices and reconcile accounts receivable/payable

Performed purchasing functions and maintain office equipment and supply inventory.

MICHAEL J. GRIFFITH, P.A., Pensacola, Florida

Paralegal, Criminal and Family Law 1998-2003, 2006-2009, and 2010-2012

Criminal State/Federal and Family Law Paralegal/Legal Assistant

Managed client cases and indexed pretrial information.

Prepared and interpreted legal documents, pleadings, subpoenas.

Organized materials for civil and criminal trials.

Managed high volume of cases effectively.

Maintained complex bdockets and files manually and electronically.

Maintained detailed calendaring/tickler system and typing legal, professional and business memos and required correspondence.

Transcribed dictated pleadings, memos, orders, and correspondence.

Accurately scheduled appointments, court appearances, depositions and mediation conferences

Managed internal and external mail functions.

Executed, tracked, recorded and invoiced billable hours.

Performed office management, accounts receivable/payable and purchasing functions.

Maintained par levels of office supplies and ensured office equipment was maintained, and sourced competitive products as required.

EDUCATION

A.S., Paralegal Studies, Pensacola Junior College, Pensacola, Florida, June 1998

Florida Registered Paralegal #263074

Florida Notary Public

PROFESSIONAL REFERENCES

Michael L. Cumpton, Esquire, Ryan, Hicks, Cumpton & Cumpton, LLP

22 North Tarragona Street, Pensacola, FL 32502 251-***-**** / 251-***-****

Gary Hicks, Esq. 251-***-****

Susan O. Cumpton, Esq. 251-***-****

Amanda J. Miller, Esq. 770-***-****

Mary Ann Patti, Esquire, Mary Ann Patti, LLC

2005 West Garden Street, Pensacola, FL 32501 850-***-**** / 850-***-****

Michael J. Griffith, Esquire, Michael J. Griffith, P.A.

304 E. Government Street, Pensacola, FL 32502 850-***-****

Cheryl Ann Young, Office Manager/FRP 850-***-****

Regina N. Fillingim, Esquire, Fillingim Law Firm, P.A.

209 Barcelona Street, Pensacola, FL 32502 850-***-**** / 850-***-****

Formerly worked together at Michael J. Griffith, P. A.

PERSONAL REFERENCES

Barbara Zyski, FRP (retired), 850-***-****

Formerly worked together at Michael J. Griffith, P. A.

Stacy Lynn Phillips, Contracts Manager, Building Materials Distributers, Galt, CA 850-***-**** / 850-***-**** adxkr9@r.postjobfree.com

Longtime friend, employed together at Olive Garden and ESA South, Inc.

Kristine “Kristi” Wilhoit Groves, Executive at Veterans Administration 850-***-****

adxkr9@r.postjobfree.com - longtime personal friend

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