Paralegal Resume

Jane Smith

123 Home St

Home City, ST 12345

OBJECTIVE:

Seeking a Paralegal position with potential for growth and advancement with an established law firm.

QUALIFICATION HIGHLIGHTS:

Over 5 years of experience assisting with litigation and management of records
Efficient, focused on details, and committed to accuracy
Research and prepare for litigation of large class-action lawsuits representing clients against large corporations
Locate and provide documents and records relating to legal precedents and other evidence required for courtroom use by attorneys
Prepare and maintain documentation including affidavits and pleadings to be filed with the courts
Extensive knowledge of legal procedures and able to provide assistance with all aspects of litigation procedures
Knowledge of all aspects of legal office administration
Maintain and keep legal library up to date with current materials, replacing old materials that are obsolete as needed
Excellent communication and team building skills, able to utilize in person, phone and written communications effectively to obtain and verify information

EXPERIENCE:

Paralegal

ABC Law Firm

Home City, ST

March 2005-present

Prepare legal documents and maintain plaintiff files in major class action law suits
Research and prepare reports on various aspects of lawsuits
Maintain records and ensure accuracy of filing system for fast and easy access to archived files and documentation
Review legal documents for accuracy including spelling, grammar and fact checking
Ensure all client privacy protocols are followed to ensures security of information and protection of attorney-client privilege
Prepare and file documents with courts in relation to ongoing litigation
Support attorneys in all aspects of preparation and litigation for cases ranging from class-action to estate planning

EDUCATION:

Associate’s Degree in Paralegal

City College, 2004

Paralegal Certificate

Career College, 2002

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