Legal Assistant to Partner Resume Samples

Description :

1. Specialized in products liability, catastrophic and personal injury cases - Lytal, Reiter, Smith, Ivey & Fronrath.
2. Included, but are not limited to High trial/mediation preparation, including preparation of Exhibit and Witness Lists, Pre-Trial Stipulations, charts, trial notebooks, voir dire, jury instructions, verdict forms, subpoenas, etc.
3. Filed pleadings via E-Portal.
4. Scheduled depositions, mediation, hearings with multiple defendants on products, and wrongful death cases.
5. Opened new files Drafting independently standard routine pleadings, correspondence, and other documents.
6. Kept the assigned attorney abreast of any difficulties with scheduling and maintaining documentation of same in client profiles comments and/or email section with appropriate posting to the case.
7. Worked closely with paralegals for maintaining structured and comprehensive file indexes and case files.

Experience

10+ Years

Level

Senior

Education

BS In General Studies

Description :

1. Specialized in defense of medical malpractice cases other insurance defense matters, and Broward Sheriff's Office cases.
2. Managed external counsel and general litigation.
3. Led compliance initiatives to ensure Mizkan adheres to regulations and industry best practices.
4. Reviewed compliance with trademarks, patents, intellectual property, and trade secrets.
5. Responded to inquiries from regulatory agencies, customers, and the business community.
6. Negotiated and oversaw Mizkans contractual arrangements with third parties.
7. Co-ordinated outside counsel for such matters when required.

Experience

2-5 Years

Level

Junior

Education

BS In General Studies

Description :

1. Practiced focus is civil litigation and collections.
2. Performed routine administrative assistant duties including answering multi-line telephone to screen callers and refer them to appropriate staff; opening and distributing mail; and filing.
3. Responsible for preparing and serving Form Interrogatories, Requests for Production of Documents, and Requests for Admissions, which includes calendaring response deadlines in Abacus and preparing Motions to Compel, when responses are not received.
4. Obtained Motion dates, calendar them in Abacus, and assure that Motion documents are served and filed within the appropriate time frame for the Motion to be heard.
5. Responsible for calendaring CMC and OSC appearances in Abacus and coordinating appearance counsel to appear at those hearings.
6. Responsible for reviewing files to prepare pleadings such as answers, initial discovery, stipulations, and orders.
7. Independently prepared correspondence to clients, opposing counsel, and court personnel.

Experience

5-7 Years

Level

Junior

Education

MS

Description :

1. Handed of all office duties and aspects or Workers' Compensation defense claims, including: Daily interaction and communication with attorneys, doctors, nurse case managers, injured workers, insurance adjusters and employer representatives in order to maintain current status of claim and attain knowledge to assist in moving claim.
2. Maintained files, preparation of defense files and preparation of documentation necessary for trials, hearings, mediations, depositions and medical conferences.
3. Prepared of subpoenas for service on witnesses and related providers, for both live depositions and in order to secure medical records via Subpoena Deuces Tecum.
4. Prepared of legal pleadings for submission to the Court, adherence to time restrictions for Responses and e-filing policies.
5. Obtained, reviewed of and prepared of summaries of medical records.
6. Maintained attorney calendar and scheduling of various events with sometimes numerous parties as well as resolution of conflicts on calendar as soon as they arise.
7. Prepared of correspondence to clients, Judges, doctors, and other parties associated with claim as well as review and proof-reading of all communications and pleadings prepared by the attorney.

Experience

5-7 Years

Level

Executive

Education

GED

Description :

1. Eliminated a 3-month dictation backlog and improved document turn-time by 70% within thirty days of hire.
2. Took dictation and processed a large volume of correspondence, subpoenas and reports.
3. Managed docketing and tickler systems and scheduled court appearances.
4. Maintained and strengthened client relationships with a large portfolio of automobile industry and insurance executives.
5. Prepared and reviewed litigation and insurance briefings.
6. Reviewed and interpreted medical reports and ensured timely delivery of key reports.
7. Trained new employees on daily office operations and best practice procedures.

Experience

2-5 Years

Level

Executive

Education

Business Management

Description :

1. Drafted and prepared Judgments of Foreclosure and Sale & all transfer documents for sale.
2. Promoted to Legal Assistant to Partner.
3. Prepared all documents and correspondence for Partner in charge of Foreclosure Dept.
4. Processed Foreclosures from Default to Sale.
5. Trained entry level employees for Judgment/Sales Dept.
6. Promoted to Legal Assistant to Litigated/Contested Foreclosures Dept.
7. Assisted Partner and two Associates with all aspects of Summary Judgment Motions, billing all time monthly and keeping court calendar.

Experience

7-10 Years

Level

Management

Education

Associates

Description :

1. Ensured candidates and internal participants receive a high-value experience in all stages of the recruitment process.
2. Supported the circulation and coordination of internal follow-up communications on partner candidate submissions.
3. Managed the internal partner candidate tracking system, including management of candidate records and metrics, data protection, reporting, and candidate file maintenance.
4. Maintained iManage workspaces, including saving documents and emails using approved naming conventions and maintaining general organization of files.
5. Coordinated with external candidates and search firms, as well as internal lawyers, practice assistants, and IT staff to ensure all candidate interviews (both virtual and live) are organized and run efficiently.
6. Coordinated complex international interview schedules for partner candidates.

Experience

2-5 Years

Level

Junior

Education

BS In General Studies

Description :

1. Interfaced with clients.
2. Created own correspondence.
3. Maintained calendar with sensitivity to deadlines.
4. Set up office procedures and created systems to quickly find and track information significantly increasing profits.
5. Liaised with Mizkan parent organization on legal and compliance issues.
6. Represented company in legal proceedings (administrative boards, court trials, etc.).
7. Assisted in mergers and acquisition deal work and attend company meetings.

Experience

7-10 Years

Level

Management

Education

B.A. In Fine Arts

Description :

1. Coordinated with the Medicaid business development team, Government Affairs, and other key stakeholders to evaluate business expansion opportunities.
2. Assisted with the development and review of responses to competitive procurement and application-based opportunities.
3. Supported state Medicaid contract implementation and on-going operational compliance, including technical guidance, proactive risk identification and mitigation, and issue resolution.
4. Advised on relevant federal and state Medicaid laws, CMS regulations, anti-kickback laws, the False Claims Act, and other health care fraud and abuse laws.
5. Partnered with the business team, Regulatory Compliance, and other key stakeholders on policy matters and provide support related to government agency interactions, including inquiries and audits.
6. Advised the business team on network contracting and provider disputes.
7. Attended meetings at Mizkanss headquarters or manufacturing facilities to provide legal advice and direction.

Experience

10+ Years

Level

Senior

Education

MS

Description :

1. Communicated with firm management, partners, partner recruiting team, and legal recruiting team regarding partner candidates and provides status updates on a regular basis.
2. Participated in weekly team calls and meetings, providing updates as necessary.
3. Assisted with the preparation of reports and metrics for candidate status updates and diversity initiatives.
4. Assisted with special projects as needed.
5. Served as a primary point of contact for the Legal Team, directing customers and other stakeholders to the right team member.
6. Produced documents and files of all types, including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
7. Coordinated all aspects of the travel for Legal Team members, as requested, including the timely preparation and submission of expenses.

Experience

7-10 Years

Level

Management

Education

B.A. In Fine Arts