Legal Assistant
CurrentI am a volunteer for a private attorney training to be a future paralegal and pursue a career in the legal field. I am responsible for keeping cases organized by establishing and organizing files; monitoring calendars; meeting deadlines; documenting actions; inputting information into file database and case management software; confirming case status with attorney.I am responsible for helping develop cases by maintaining contact with people involved in the case; scheduling depositions; preparing and forwarding summonses and subpoenas; drafting complaints; preparing and filing discovery requests; preparing responses to opposing counsel; generating status reports.I am responsible for keeping clients informed by maintaining contact; communicating case progress.I am responsible for maintaining case costs by verifying outstanding balances with attorney, clients, and providers.I provide support to the attorney with case preparation by preparing case summaries and materials for mediation conferences; preparing pleadings; monitoring and obtaining discovery responses; organizing materials for team case review.I enhance trial proceedings by organizing evidence; preparing exhibits; scheduling witnesses; ensuring that witnesses are ready when needed; taking courtroom notes.I constantly update my job knowledge by participating in educational opportunities; reading professional publications.