Emily Tebbs Email & Phone Number

St Petersburg, Florida, United States

Jacksonville, Florida, United States

Evaluate claims files upon receipt from client and take case from start of litigation through settlement or Trial. Prepare pleadings and subpoenas, including tracking of timely responses to subpoenas in compliance with civil procedure. Extensively analyze medical records and billing for Plaintiffs, including creation of imaging inventories and record/bill summaries. Research case law via WestLaw for use in Motions and prepare materials for Judge prior to Hearing. Ensure retainer of appropriate experts and provision of all necessary documents to experts for their review. Coordinate scheduling conferences, depositions, mediations, and hearings, and prepare attorneys for these events. Prepare exhibits, witnesses, experts, etc. for Trial and assist attorney with all aspects of Trial preparation.

Jacksonville, Florida, United States

Work under four attorneys providing support in complex litigation for catastrophic semi-truck accident cases across the United States. Evaluate referrals and new case calls to determine if firm will take. Obtain and summarize medical records and bills, as well as negotiate reductions on bills and health insurance liens. Maintain attorneys’ calendars, including scheduling of all hearings, appointments, mediations, and depositions. Maintain client contact throughout course of case and conduct legal research for cases, including frequent use of LexisNexis, SunBiz, SAFER, etc. Obtain records from medical offices, police departments, FMCSA, and FOIA, as well as maintain a working knowledge of FMCSA guidelines. Draft, edit, and e-file pleadings, draft and send correspondence, and attend meetings with clients and attorneys. Assist in all aspects of trial preparation. Maintain working knowledge of Judges’ Procedures as well as different federal and state civil procedures for many out-of-state cases.

Jacksonville, Florida, United States

Paralegal under 3 attorneys providing support in large volume of pre-suit and civil litigation cases, many being high-profile with media involvement. Sole employee working in pre-suit case management and moving cases from pre-suit into litigation, including drafting of Complaint and Discovery. Open client files, set up claims with insurance companies, draft demands, and draft settlement statements. Take client through full life of pre-suit case. Draft, edit, and e-file extensive pleadings and discovery in state and federal Court for wide variety of civil cases. Maintain attorney schedule/calendar, conduct legal research through WestLaw and LexisNexis, and keep up communication with client. Maintain working knowledge of Judges’ Procedures as well as different federal and state civil procedures. Prepare hearing and deposition materials for attorneys. Assist in all aspects of Trial preparation.

Jacksonville, Florida, United States

Work under four attorneys providing support in complex litigation for catastrophic semi-truck accident cases across the United States. Evaluate referrals and new case calls to determine if firm will take. Obtain and summarize medical records and bills, as well as negotiate reductions on bills and health insurance liens. Maintain attorneys’ calendars, including scheduling of all hearings, appointments, mediations, and depositions. Maintain client contact throughout course of case and conduct legal research for cases, including frequent use of LexisNexis, SunBiz, SAFER, etc. Obtain records from medical offices, police departments, FMCSA, and FOIA, as well as maintain a working knowledge of FMCSA guidelines. Draft, edit, and e-file pleadings, draft and send correspondence, and attend meetings with clients and attorneys. Assist in all aspects of trial preparation. Maintain working knowledge of Judges’ Procedures as well as different federal and state civil procedures for many out-of-state cases.

Jacksonville, Florida, United States

Worked under three attorneys providing main support in construction defect and real estate litigation cases. Maintained attorney calendars, including scheduling of all hearings, appointments, and mediations. Drafted and edited pleadings, drafted engagement letters, and attended meetings with client and attorneys. Responsible for organization of all case redwells and for preparing physical files for attorney for depositions, hearings, mediations etc. Served as backup for receptionist on answering phone calls to the firm and sending/receiving firm mail. Maintained client contact throughout course of case and conduct legal research for real estate cases.

Jacksonville, Florida, United States

Worked on credit defense and mortgage/foreclosure related issues with clients. Reviewed credit reports for FCRA or FDCPA violations. Reviewed foreclosure files for RESPA violations by lenders. Drafted essential arbitration documents for attorneys, such as Arbitration Complaints with the American Arbitration Association and Notices of Arbitration. Drafted and e-filed court documents for attorneys. Maintained client contact throughout course of case, responsible for providing updates each step of the way. Kept contact with the borrowers’ banks/creditors and the Opposing Counsels representing them. Negotiated settlement agreements with creditors, collection agencies, or their representation.