Paralegal & Client Intake Specialist

ELYSSA HUFF

Denham Springs, LA 225-***-**** ******.**********@*****.***

PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY

Dedicated and detail-oriented Paralegal and Intake Specialist with hands-on experience supporting personal injury, workers’ compensation, estate planning, and general legal matters. Experienced in client intake and communication, case preparation, legal research, document management, medical record coordination, discovery support, calendaring, and maintaining organized case files. Strong communicator recognized for professionalism, adaptability, organization, accuracy, and the ability to manage multiple priorities in fast-paced legal and client-service environments.

EDUCATION

Baton Rouge Community College — Baton Rouge, LA

Associate of Applied Science in Paralegal Studies (Currently Enrolled)

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

Joubert Law Firm — Remote

Paralegal & Intake Specialist October 2025 – Present

• Handle initial client intake for personal injury matters, gather accident and claim information, and identify key facts needed for case evaluation.

• Communicate with prospective and existing clients by phone, email, and other channels while providing professional, empathetic, and timely service.

• Screen and qualify potential personal injury cases, collect supporting documentation, and coordinate next steps with attorneys and the legal team.

• Assist with case preparation, including organizing pleadings, correspondence, medical records, insurance information, and other case documentation.

• Request, track, review, and organize medical records and bills and maintain accurate case files.

• Communicate and coordinate with clients, medical providers, insurance carriers, and other third parties as needed for case progression.

• Maintain calendars, deadlines, follow-up tasks, and case notes to keep matters moving efficiently.

• Perform legal and case-related research and assist attorneys with administrative and paralegal tasks throughout the life of a personal injury claim.

• Maintain confidentiality and accurate electronic records while managing multiple cases and competing priorities in a remote environment.

Locke Meredith & Associates — Baton Rouge, LA

Paralegal / Legal Assistant February 2025 – October 2025

• Assisted attorneys with case preparation, document management, and client communication.

• Conducted legal research and drafted subpoenas, discovery requests, and petitions.

• Managed calendars, organized case files, and maintained medical record documentation.

• Filed documents with courts and coordinated with clients and insurance providers.

• Supported workers’ compensation, personal injury, and auto claim matters.

Progeny Law Firm — Baton Rouge, LA

Paralegal January 2023 – February 2025

• Prepared legal documents including wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and property transfers.

• Managed client case files, drafted pleadings, and filed documents with the courthouse.

• Scheduled appointments and maintained attorney calendars and deadlines.

• Assisted with marketing initiatives and educational seminars.

• Supported client intake, correspondence, and reception operations.

Moreau Physical Therapy — Baton Rouge, LA

Front Office Manager May 2022 – January 2023

• Greeted patients and maintained accurate digital records.

• Processed cash, check, and credit card transactions with precision.

• Scheduled patient appointments and coordinated with medical staff.

• Handled high call volumes and managed mail and document scanning.

• Provided professional front-office customer service while protecting patient information.

Acadian Ambulance — Baton Rouge, LA

Emergency Medical Services October 2021 – May 2022

• Provided emergency medical assistance and patient transport.

• Monitored vital signs and administered first aid and life-saving procedures.

• Worked closely with law enforcement and fire personnel during emergencies.

• Maintained and restocked medical equipment and ambulance supplies.

SKILLS

• Personal Injury Intake & Case Screening • Paralegal & Legal Assistant Support • Client Communication & Customer Service • Case Management & Document Organization • Legal Research & Drafting • Discovery, Subpoenas & Pleadings • Medical Records & Medical Bill Coordination • Insurance & Claims Communication • Court Filing & Document Management • Calendaring, Deadlines & Follow-Up • Client Intake & Lead Management • Confidential Records Handling • Electronic File Management • High-Volume Phone & Email Communication • Appointment Scheduling • Data Entry & Record Accuracy • Cash, Check & Credit Card Processing • Mail, Scanning & Administrative Support • Emergency Medical Assistance & First Aid • Team Collaboration & Interdepartmental Coordination • Professional Writing & Correspondence • Organization, Time Management & Multitasking • Microsoft Office & General Computer Skills

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