Paralegal and Office Manager with Legal and Notary Expertise

LISHELE M. MONROE

**** ****** **., ********** ** 27406 Home: 336-***-**** **************@*****.***

Education

WINSTON-SALEM STATE UNIVERSITY

Winston-Salem, N.C.

Bachelor of Arts, English and Political Science

NORTH CAROLINA CENTRAL UNIVERSITY SCHOOL OF LAW

Durham, N.C.

Juris Doctorate

LICENSED NOTARY PUBLIC 2022-2027

Professional Experience

Ewing Carter III, P.A. Personal Injury Paralegal /Office Manager (02/20-Present)

Assisted with legal briefs, and Memorandum

Obtained medical records and reports to establish the existence of serious injuries

Notified third parties and insurance providers regarding settlement negotiations

Prepared and balanced over 70 medical claims, bills, and sent settlement checks to clients

Prepared Demand Letters and Faxed Medical Reports for Insurance Payments for over 70 cases

Drafted Court Order and Motions

Assisted with trial-related tasks and processes such as, scheduling expert and trial witness appearances, mediation preparation, and scheduling

Assisted with conducting research and other details in preparation for trials, hearings, or other legal proceedings.

Interfaced with the client on non-legal issues relating to trial or the management of the case

Conducted preparation for legal proceedings, including mediation, arbitrations, hearings and trial submit appropriate information and legal forms/documents to the appropriate organizations.

Prepares trial preparation checklists, attends trial preparation meetings maintains communication regarding status of trial related action items.

Womble Bond Dickson Class Action/ Litigation Paralegal (07/17-01/20)

Provided crucial support in managing complex class action lawsuits

Handled tasks from intake to resolution

Worked closely with attorneys to develop and implement case strategy, conduct discovery, and manage the logistical aspects of litigation

Facilitated document organization, provided legal research, and assisted with trial preparation.

Maintained database files and performed other administrative tasks

Critically reviewed legal documents, including Summons & Complaints, Appearance forms, Discovery, and Settlement Agreements.

Prepared legal documents in accordance with company, local, and state guidelines.

Filed documents, adhering to court-specific rules using e-filing, email, or mailing methods.

Updated CRM software with all relevant case information.

Maintained all case updates, communications, and oversight.

Completed case follow-up tasks

Assisted with settlement approvals and ensured all communications are sent to the appropriate parties.

Coordinated preparations for hearings or other court appearances

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