Lori Backus Email & Phone Number

Responsible for maintaining all litigation files to include preparing, filing and serving all pleadings and other court documents. Work closely with attorney in scheduling depositions, mediation and court dates. Keep managing attorney informed of all developments in case, while coordinating schedule and deadlines for cases. In addition, maintain positive relations with client throughout litigation.

Responsible for opening new files, maintaining and working independently with clients until settlement is achieved or law suit is filed. Currently in charge of over 100 active files. •Extensive personal and telephone contact with clients and insurance representatives.•Constant obtaining and maintaining of current information and development in files. •Drafting of correspondence for signature. •Obtaining and summarizing medical records and billing information, to include… Show more Responsible for opening new files, maintaining and working independently with clients until settlement is achieved or law suit is filed. Currently in charge of over 100 active files. •Extensive personal and telephone contact with clients and insurance representatives.•Constant obtaining and maintaining of current information and development in files. •Drafting of correspondence for signature. •Obtaining and summarizing medical records and billing information, to include reconciliation with various health insurance carriers, including state agencies. •Preparing and organizing files for settlement by attorney. Show less

I served as a temporary contractor through Cadre Staffing, working with the international sales managers and administrators to create and maintain legal agreements.•Receive and review requests for agreements.•Create and modify agreements. •Present information to legal counsel for review. •Research applicable law. •Document and track agreement routing procedures•Following up to determine agreement changes, terminations and/or renewals.

Provided executive support to Legal Department, Environmental Health & Product Safety Department and the company Controller. •Drafted and prepared various documents for the Legal Department to include Confidential Disclosure Agreements, Separation Agreements, Bill of Sale and simple contracts, as well as maintained the data bases for said documents.•Successfully developed, implemented and managed filing system for Environmental Department, as well as maintained files for Legal… Show more Provided executive support to Legal Department, Environmental Health & Product Safety Department and the company Controller. •Drafted and prepared various documents for the Legal Department to include Confidential Disclosure Agreements, Separation Agreements, Bill of Sale and simple contracts, as well as maintained the data bases for said documents.•Successfully developed, implemented and managed filing system for Environmental Department, as well as maintained files for Legal Department.•Managed and coordinated the schedules of three supervisors by fulfilling the requests for internal clients, as well as outside counsel and contractors, while meeting deadlines.•Attended and participated in committee meetings and prepared the corporate minutes.•Prepared PowerPoint presentations and board reports. Show less

Paralegal/Legal SecretaryProvided executive support to attorney and worked in varied areas of the law to include personal injury, worker’s compensation, family law, real estate, estate planning, bankruptcy, municipal and small claims. •Efficiently managed many cases from commencement through successful completion, such as settlement, jury verdict, judgment of divorce or closing of transaction. •Drafting of pleadings and correspondence for attorney’s signature.•Organized… Show more Paralegal/Legal SecretaryProvided executive support to attorney and worked in varied areas of the law to include personal injury, worker’s compensation, family law, real estate, estate planning, bankruptcy, municipal and small claims. •Efficiently managed many cases from commencement through successful completion, such as settlement, jury verdict, judgment of divorce or closing of transaction. •Drafting of pleadings and correspondence for attorney’s signature.•Organized litigation and legal files, as well as maintained and updated all file information. •Successfully managed attorney’s daily schedule, to include scheduling of appointments, depositions and court hearings. •Controlled and monitored docketing system for files to accurately meet deadlines and statutory guidelines.•Maintained client relations, including gathering initial information from clients and responding to client inquiries. •Prepared files for trial and court hearings, including drafting of deposition summaries and preparation of exhibits and outlines. Included gathering of medical records, bills and investigation materials Show less

Legal SecretaryProvided executive support to attorney, with emphasis on cases in the defense of medical malpractice, including the Wisconsin Compensation Panel. In addition, obtained medical records and maintained contact with doctors.