DEBORAH A. COOK
Cook’s Quality Typing, Etc.
Webster, New York. 14580
MEDICAL & LEGAL TRANSCRIPTION SERVICES PARALEGAL SUMMARY
Highly skilled and experienced transcriptionist with over 35 years in the field. Expertise in medical, legal, and corporate transcription. Certified paralegal with additional skills in case management and client communication. Proficient in various legal software programs, MS Office, Google Suite, and transcription equipment.
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
Freelance Transcriptionist 1989 - Present
• Provided remote transcription services for various medical facilities, legal firms, and corporations.
• New York State Certified Transcriptionist
• Managed all aspects of client projects, ensuring accuracy and timely delivery.
• Medical Transcription (ER Reports, H&Ps, Discharge Summaries, Clinic Notes, Outpatient Consults, Intake Notes, psychiatric reports & behavioral reports, IMEs, etc.)
• Legal Transcription (Depositions, Briefs, Contracts, Court Hearings, Witness Statements, Grand Jury Hearings, Administrative Law Hearings, etc.)
• Corporate Transcription (Conferences, Interviews, Webinars, etc.) Freelance Paralegal 1989 - Present
• Handled civil litigation cases from start to finish, demonstrating strong legal knowledge and case management skills.
• Drafted legal documents (motions, subpoenas, etc.), conducted legal research, and communicated effectively with clients and insurance companies.
• Reviewed medical records, researched case law, and worked on various document review projects.
• Workers’ Compensation claims, Insurance Defense, Social Security claims, Medicaid, Criminal, Family, Personal Injury, Labor & Employment, Real Estate, etc.
• Facilitated residential real estate closings and transactions.
• Communicated with attorneys, insurance companies, courts, clients, etc.
• Scheduled depositions and prepped litigants for court.
• Supported attorneys in trial preparation and courtroom proceedings.
• Reviewed timesheets, invoiced clients, and assisted with mass tort support. Education & Certifications
• Bryant & Stratton Business School - Certified Paralegal
• Rochester School of Machine Shorthand - Court Reporter
• H&R Block - Income Tax Preparer
• SUNY Brockport - Bachelor's Degree
• ICS Learning Systems - Certified Medical Transcriptionist