Alison Aragona Email & Phone Number

Fort Myers, Florida, United States

Vast experience and knowledge in the preparation of discovery responses and objections, including large document production, organization, and summarization of same, and handle all aspects of non-party discovery, from preparation of subpoenas, service, and drafting order to compel production of same. Summarization of medical, insurance, employment, criminal, and other types of records, preparation of medical chronologies, creation of billing charts showing amounts boardable at trial and entitlement to set-off amounts, and assist in the investigation of claims, damages, and other aspects of case development. Research and draft motions for attorneys, including motions for contempt, for sanctions, to compel, to strike, for show cause orders, and in limine. Prepare cases for trial, including creation of all exhibits, utilizing the latest software for electronic production, pre-marking and labeling same for electronic exhibit exchange and attorney's reference remotely, as well as creation of trial notebooks, witness and expert binders, juror research, and other such litigation paralegal tasks. Most of all, proven ability to properly capture time and bill according to client guidelines - I have never once not surpassed the firm's monthly billing requirements, averaging 8.5 hours billed a day and frequently surpassing 190 billable hours each month.

Naples, Florida Area

Overseeing all aspects of case management for senior attorney at firm.Drafting and filing all pleadings, motions, and memorandums.Attendance at all depositions, mediations, hearings and trials, and prepare presentations and exhibits at each. Engaging in all forms of complex discovery litigation- including electronic.Reviewing all cases for adherence to written law and contracts.Investigating and initiating resolution of issues for all case matters.Communicating professionally and efficiently with attorneys, clients,parties to legal proceedings, and certified judicial experts.

Fort Myers, Fl

Review and draft contracts, agreements, clauses, etc. Assist in corporate law matters, as well as trademark, copyright, intellectual property, and patent issues.Serve as an in-house legal consultant for the company on all business transactions, financial services, policy compliance, employment, commercial, or other legal matters.

Fort Myers, Florida Area

Drafted complaints, discovery, motions, pleadings, and memorandums of law for federal, state, appellate, and class-action suits. Became extremely proficient in e-filing (state, appellate, and federal with PACER), as well as handling all aspects of pretrial litigation, including summons, service, and discovery.Evaluated potential cases, intake, and negotiated settlements.Engaged in complex discovery litigation, including electronic discovery. Handled large caseloads, interviewed clients, obtained vast experience handling personal injury and consumer protection plaintiff cases, as well as successfully defending debt collection cases. Attended hearings, mediations, and depositions, as well as prepared witnesses and clients for trials and hearings, reviewed testimony with them, and prepared them for depositions.Researched current law rulings and drafted new motions and memorandums on current issues. Worked with attorneys in the preparation and filing of all court documents. Created, binded, and distributed both file and courtesy copies. Organized the briefs, exhibits and appendices.Acted as a liaison among clients, opposing counsel, and internal staff.

Naples, Fl

Assist in representing abused women & children. Most cases involved obtaining, renewing, or extending Orders for Protection, as well as child custody cases in which domestic violence was an issue.

Orlando, Fl

Obtained thorough and comprehensive knowledge of labor law, employment law, contract law, and collective bargaining agreements.Prepared letters, memoranda, and legal documents for senior attorneys.Conducted investigations of limited scope to obtain facts, study legal precedents, and prepare recommendations for review of a senior attorney. This included tracking down witnesses, finding evidence, and obtaining statements.• Provided advice regarding specific points of law on issues, interpretation of statutes, rules, and regulations as they pertained to contracts, claims, or other legal instruments.Prepared reports, exhibits, and legal memoranda for formal hearings, records, trials, or arbitration.Assisted in formulating trial strategy based on pleadings and motions filed.Conducted pre-trial examination of witnesses and investigations to obtain facts.Researched laws, regulations, and precedent cases bearing on the legal issues involved, as well as prepared pleadings, motions, interrogatories, and findings of fact.

Tampa, Fl

Drafted Appellate Initial Briefs, Answer Briefs, Reply Briefs, Petitions for Writ of Certiorari, Responses to Petitions for Writ of Certiorari, as well as numerous motions, responses, and other documents filed in both Circuit and District Courts. Conducted extensive legal research for multiple attorneys on various issues and wrote memorandums for the firm.Obtained thorough and comprehensive knowledge of the foreclosure process, real property law, banking law, bankruptcy, contracts, and Florida foreclosure. Assisted in all aspects of the discovery process, such as responding to written and verbal requests for information.Adapted procedures in carrying out case development/documentation activities.Carried out case development/documentation activities as a case progressed through the appellate system.Conducted investigations and substantiated the rationale for denying legal requests.Reviewed legal documents for technical accuracy and regulatory compliance.Conducted legal research using textbooks, legal periodicals, precedent opinions, office files, law reports, statutes, case law, policies, and other sources.Prepared legal documents and documentary evidence including indices, tables, charts, and/or witness and exhibit lists.Researched proposed legislation and existing regulations for cases requiring statutory precedents.

In my spare time, I tutored students. My specialty is helping college students prep for the LSAT.

Naples, Fl

During summers, I return home to work at The Pearl Law Firm, in Naples, FL.Assisted with pre-trial examinations and depositions by preparing outlines of questions.Conducted legal research of factual materials, laws, and/or precedents.Conducted pre-trial examination of witnesses and investigations to obtain facts.Researched laws, regulations, and precedent cases bearing on the legal issues involved.Researched legal issues to prepare for drafts of pleadings, motions, interrogatories, and findings of fact.Prepared tentative drafts of letters, memoranda, and legal documents for senior attorneys.Filed responses, motions, and briefs at the courthouse; attended hearings and observed trials and settlement negotiations.Conducted client intakes and interviews. Proof-read and edited attorneys' briefs and motions. Cross-checked depositions for inconsistencies; found questionable deposition testimony relevant for current and future trials. Summarized depositions, created pleading registers, and did general office assignments with complete efficiency. Assisted with client intake and conducted client interviews.

• Certified in AED, CPR, WSI, Professional First Aid, Lifesaving Skills, Open Water Rescue, Waterpark Safety and Guarding, and Disease Prevention and Transmission.• Certified to teach Swimming Levels 1-6, Parent and Toddler class, and Diving I & II.• Have worked at the county waterpark, aquatic facilities, and lakes.

• Worked children’s birthday parties, helping them create works of art. • Glazed, fired, and created ceramics, as well as helped others make their own creations. • Worked throughout school year as an assistant and promoter of the company.

* Oversaw pool care and maintenance, opening and closing, rentals of the clubhouse, and clubhouse maintenance.* Sole lifeguard on duty each weekend.* Director of Recreation, which involved the maintenance and rental of the tennis, bocce, shuffleboard courts, and pool.

* Spent eight hours a day outside watching over 350 children. * Received additional responsibilities as a camp counselor several days a week.

Master Of Arts (Ma), Public Administration, Gpa 4.0

Doctor Of Law (J.D.), Law, Gpa 3.25

Activities and Societies: Professionalism Series, Stetson Law, 2008-2009 LAMBDA Legal Student Association, Member, 2008 - 2011 Student.

Bachelor Of Arts (B.A.), American Studies; Minors: Philosophy, Women & Gender Studies, Humanities, Honors, Gpa 3.5

Activities and Societies: Organization of Students Actively Pursuing Equality (OSAPE) Vice President 2007 – 2008; President 2006 – 2007.

Education record

2004 Received 30 credit hours through dual enrollment during my senior year of high school.