Data Entry Case Management

Lauriane Litzau

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602-***-**** ***********@*****.***

Professional Summary

Detail-oriented and highly organized Legal Secretary and Paralegal with over 15 years of experience in legal administration, criminal law, and litigation support. Co-Owner of a legal services firm with a proven ability lead legal teams, manage court-appointed cases, and ensure compliance with judicial procedures. Skilled in document drafting, e-filing, calendaring, and managing communications with attorneys, clients, and courts. Known for multitasking efficiently while maintaining accuracy and confidentiality. Professional Experience

Criminal Paralegal

Federal Office of Contract Paralegal - Phoenix, AZ Co-Owner Metro Paralegals Inc., LLC

April 1999 to August 2017

Initial Client Intake.

Assisted Trial and Appellant Counsel from the inception through final disposition of case.

Reviewed, edited, and proofread litigation for proper grammar, spelling, and punctuation.

Researched statutes, decisions, legal articles, and codes. Developed polished motions and briefs to support litigation processes and court proceedings.

Authored/filed (manually and electronically) pleadings with all Arizona jurisdictions and United States Supreme Court.

Contacted witnesses to testify under oath at court hearings. Maintained and updated organized client contact information. Communicated with clients, opposing counsel and court personnel to keep all parties informed on case updates.

Conducted intakes and entered information into the company database. Prepared answers and documentation/information for discovery requests. Attended court hearings and depositions to take notes and document proceedings. Produced legal documents such as briefs, pleadings, and appeals. Built foundational expertise in court procedures and case management skills instrumental in the later of filing Metro Paralegals Inc., LLC. Supervise and train legal staff, delegate tasks, and implement best practices for workflow and case management.

Legal Assistant / Secretary

Law Office of Eleanor Miller – Phoenix, AZ

June 1996-July 2017

• Provided legal secretarial and administrative support to a solo criminal defense attorney.

• Drafted and proofread court documents, maintained calendars, and coordinated schedules.

• Handled client intake, managed correspondence, and tracked case progress.

• Supported trial preparation efforts including organizing exhibits and managing logistics.

• Experience in a small-firm environment contributed directly to future business ownership capabilities.

Skills

Legal Drafting Court Filing (E-Filing & Physical) Client Communication Case Management Legal Billing & Invoicing Deadline Monitoring Calendar Management Staff Supervision Document Preparation Microsoft Office Legal Research Typing – 70 WPM

Confidentiality Proofreading & Transcription Trial Preparation Currently Enrolled at Oakland Community College, Paralegal Studies. Phoenix Community College, Phoenix, Arizona, Paralegal Studies.

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