A Commercial Litigation Paralegal is a professional who renders support to all phases of the litigation process by providing assistance and coordinating various activities. Work activities mentioned on the Commercial Litigation Paralegal Resume are – conducting legal research and initial case assessments; drafting pleadings, motions, and appellate documents; executing administrative duties, maintaining pleadings and discovery indexes, handling trial preparation for the attorney and post-trial procedures; handling trial preparation for the attorney and post-trial procedures, gathering and organizing relevant information from a variety of sources, and providing assistance with case settlements.
Those seeking this job role must be able to mention on the resume the following skills and abilities – prior work experience, solid knowledge of motions, discovery, evidence, litigation documentation, court rules and procedures, and practices; excellent organizational and time management skills, and outstanding communication skills. A paralegal associate’s degree or other relevant certification is required.
Objective : As a Commercial Litigation Paralegal, Responsible for Receiving service of process and coordinates timely assignment of cases to outside counsel, Preparing legal documents and business communications as needed, and also Researching and summarizing laws, casing, presenting a synopsis to the Attorney for use in preparation for trial or responding to a legal issue.
Skills : Proficient In Westlaw, Westlaw Next, LexisNexis, Courtlink Research, CaseMap, And Concordance Applications. Advanced Knowledge Of All Microsoft Applications Including Outlook, Adobe, PowerPoint And Excel. Fluent In Spanish And English Languages.
Description :
Provided legal support to firm partners and associates.
Worked closely with attorneys throughout the litigation process.
Included the preparation of pleadings, motions, cite-checking, blue booking, TOC, TOA, document production and collection, indexing, exhibit management, and calendaring case deadlines.
Maintained document and data inventory, including indexing, categorizing and organizing case information.
Organized and maintained physical and electronic documents, exhibits, and evidence.
Proficiented in the use of technology applications and databases to assist in managing case-related data.
Supported legal teams with the preparation of pleadings for filing (CM/ECF; PACER) with federal and state courts, including local court online docketing systems.
Experience
2-5 Years
Level
Junior
Education
Certificate In Paralegal Studies
Commercial Litigation Paralegal Resume
Objective : Excels in high Commercial Litigation Paralegal; able to adapt and learn quickly. Handles complex situations with tact. Capable of managing multiple projects, priorities, deadlines, and varying work environments; possess strong interpersonal skills and work ethics. Works well independently and as an integral member of a team.
Skills : Planning Skills, Legal Skills.
Description :
Proficiented with legal research utilizing Westlaw Next, LexisNexis, Court Link, and SCC title searches.
Implemented legal holds for assigned matters if applicable.
Assisted with collection and production of relevant documents.
Organized documents required in connection with pre-litigation matters or legal proceedings.
Performed legal research using provided resources.
Conducted fact gathering interviews and documents research.
Obtained information required to comply with subpoenas, requests for production of documents, or other forms of pretrial discovery, and conducts investigatory research in litigation matters with in-house attorney guidance.
Experience
2-5 Years
Level
Junior
Education
Certificate In Paralegal Studies
Commercial Litigation Paralegal Resume
Summary : Extensive experience handling all phases of litigation in Federal, State and Appellate Courts, including Complex-Business Litigation and class actions. Knowledgeable in all tasks and responsibilities involved from case intake through to post-trial. Strong trial preparation and attendance experience. Comprehensive case management experience encompassing all aspects of deposition, hearing, mediation, and trial preparation.
Skills : Microsoft Office, Supervising Skills.
Description :
Experienced includes first and third party insurance bad faith litigation, franchise litigation, and product liability litigation in both federal and state courts for various jurisdictions.
Experienced with class action litigation, medical malpractice litigation, general commercial litigation, intellectual property and pharmaceutical litigation matters.
Membered of the national counsel program team for a large insurance company requiring the ability to learn and practice under a variety of court's civil procedure and local practice guidelines; and in concert with various local counsel throughout the United States.
Experienced, supported attorneys through trial in operating electronic trial presentation, maintaining charting of exhibits admitted into evidence, and organizing witness schedules throughout the duration of trial.
Experienced in trial preparation in the course of preparing exhibits for use at trial; reading, analyzing, and summarizing deposition testimony; organizing and preparing opening and closing statement presentations; jury research, and other assigned tasks.
Experienced in document intensive document review and production, assisting in the organization, coding, and document review of voluminous electronic and hard copy documents for individual matters.
Managed all litigation holds for commercial and employment litigation, manage class actions.
Experience
10+ Years
Level
Senior
Education
MS
Commercial Litigation Paralegal Resume
Summary : Highly self-motivated and goal-oriented professional committed to pursuing a long-term career in the insurance industry. Offer over 20-year track record demonstrating strong analytical and keen ability to stay on top of all the details, and is service-oriented along with applying creative approaches to solving complex problems.
Managed assigned caseload under the supervision of attorney from commencement through trial.
Prepared litigation budgets for clients.
Prepared complaints, motions and judgments.
Maintained pleading boards, correspondence and discovery files.
Prepared answers to complaints, interrogatories and document demands.
Prepared document productions including bates stamping documents, redacting and preparing privilege logs utilizing eDiscovery programs.
Gathered and summarized complex legal documents.
Experience
10+ Years
Level
Senior
Education
Associate In Applied Science
Commercial Litigation Paralegal Resume
Headline : Commercial Litigation Paralegal with broad base of proven experience across multiple industries looking for a dynamic, growing company to successfully contribute to. Core values are comprised authenticity, accountability, responsibility, a Work Hard, Play Hard philosophy and levity of spirit.
Skills : Management, Leadership Development, Complex Claims, Claims Handling.
Description :
Included drafting and filing summons and complaints for commercial foreclosure properties in Illinois, Wisconsin and Indiana.
Responded to discovery requests, drafting and filing motions, orders, notices, certificate of services, appearances, and all other court proceedings.
Assisted with replies and responses for summary judgments for civil, municipal, and law division cases.
Kept clients regularly informed, scanning documents and letters daily to be stored in our case management system and preparing documents for execution by our clients such as affidavits, assignment of mortgages, and allonges.
Managed docket system on all court hearings and due dates for multiple attorneys and displaying excellent organizational skills with daily office duties.
Experienced with the appellate courts and process from the notice of appeal to the final order.
In charged of new referrals, billing, and reaching out to firms that are responsible for homeowners associations regarding the possible foreclosed property.
Experience
5-7 Years
Level
Executive
Education
BA In History
Commercial Litigation Paralegal Resume
Summary : To secure a gratifying career with a prosperous and stable company that will challenge, enhance, and enrich the knowledge and skills obtained through education and previous experiences.
Skills : Proficient In Microsoft Office Suite, Drafting Skills.
Description :
Followed the ethical requirements as set forth by the Rules of Professional Conduct of the state.
Reviewed and analyzed cases and procedures for trial preparation.
Reviewed and analyzed matters for the purpose of preparing matter evaluations and status reports to clients.
Drafted complaints and answers, routine notices, affidavits, motions, and petitions.
Established, organized, and maintained pleading files, attorney trial notebooks, expert witness notebooks, document indexes, and lists.
Located and conferred with expert witnesses and resource people.
Arranged for expert witness inspections and obtains approval from the counsel of record and specified parties.
Experience
10+ Years
Level
Senior
Education
Master Of Business Administration
Commercial Litigation Paralegal Resume
Objective : Commercial Litigation Paralegal with 10 years of experience working in legal environments. Seeking an Administrative/Legal Assistant position.
Skills : Works, Excel, Word, Word Perfect, Summation, Trial Director, ECF On-Line Filing System.
Description :
Included drafting and filing summons and complaints about commercial foreclosure properties in North East Illinois counties and Wisconsin.
Drafted and filed motions, orders, notices, certificates of services, and appearances.
Assisted in discovery requests, replies and responses for the foreclosure process in civil, municipal, and law division courts for Cook County.
In charged of new referrals, billing, and initial case management for every Illinois case and checking for any fees associated with homeowners associations regarding the possible foreclosed property.
Programed and serviced used include, but are not limited to Provest, Loan Sphere, Lenstar, Black Knight, Adobe, Perfect Practice, and Scott Stern Servicing, Accomplishments Implementing and reconstructing the legal process for replevins to run more efficiently.
Used Legal Research, Drafting Legal Documents such as Motions, Appearances, Complaints, Summons, Default Judgments, Summary Judgments.
Maintained litigation electronic database, including uploading key case documents, emails, etc.
Experience
2-5 Years
Level
Executive
Education
BA In History
Commercial Litigation Paralegal Resume
Headline : As a Commercial Litigation Paralegal, responsible for Negotiating with and direct outside entities, which may include outside counsel, local and international governmental agencies (including law enforcement), representatives of other companies within the industry, trade associations, and other parties as needed.
Skills : Compliance, Microsoft Office, Research, AML, Regulatory Compliance, Litigation.
Description :
Reviewed client files, gather factual data, and draft discovery responses.
Drafted correspondence, motions, briefs, and notices for both federal and state court.
Proofreaded and corrected briefs and motions for the attorney.
Coordinated attorney's busy schedule, scheduled client appointments, and hearings.
Handled all aspects of the firm's marketing campaign.
Created and sent out monthly invoices using Time59.
Provided quality customer service to the firm's clients.
Experience
5-7 Years
Level
Executive
Education
Certificate In Political Science
Commercial Litigation Paralegal Resume
Summary : Commercial Litigation Paralegal with 17 years of experience. Worn many hats throughout my career. As a result, I have a unique ability to manage multiple projects and navigate complex challenges. My colleagues would describe me as a resourceful individual who maintains a positive attitude when faced with adversity.
Skills : Contract Drafting and Review, Legal Research and Writing.
Description :
Assisted attorneys with drafting Complaints, Briefs, and Motions, utilizing various legal sources.
Assisted attorneys with the handling and management of discovery requests and examinations.
Contacted and responded to inquiries from clients about case status, requests for information, and settlements.
Monitored legal and business news events, providing raw material or summaries of events.
Obtained, analyzed, and summarized documents filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) through EDGAR and states securities departments.
Maintained key case deadlines in the Commercial Litigation calendar.
Ensured timely responses to legal notices and subpoenas.
Experience
10+ Years
Level
Senior
Education
AAS In Paralegal Studies
Commercial Litigation Paralegal Resume
Headline : Experienced with the drafting and filing of documents for corporations and other entities in Pennsylvania and with the Federal government. General corporate duties while interacting with a variety of departments related to corporate transactions, including taxation, real estate, and bankruptcy.
Skills : IBM-PC, Dell, Windows, Microsoft Word And Excel, WordPerfect.
Description :
Dealt with Appellate court and bankruptcy cases as well as chancery division for multiple counties in Illinois and Wisconsin.
Conducted research and locates defendants, cases, depositions, opinions, reports, and information related to the matter.
Contacted and interviewed parties, witnesses, and experts, including the obtaining of written statements from witnesses.
Acted as a liaison between in-house counsel, outside counsel, and affiliate companies.
Conducted case assessments.
Responded to third-party inquires and subpoenas.
Oversaw discovery responses, updates, and deadlines.
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