Years 1999–2012 were spent raising children, coordinating several international moves, and earning Bachelor’s degree in paralegal studies. Also managed several volunteer projects, directing logistics for annual school festival (raising $500K annually), organizing representatives from 50 countries for school festival with 500 attendees, and putting together and facilitating gala for Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation.

Managed paralegal needs for state and federal civil cases in Maryland, Virginia, and Washington DC. Drafted motions and filed them at courthouse or online. Downloaded, logged, and filed incoming court dockets. Maintained and updated calendar to coordinate deadlines. Analyzed incoming discovery documents and identified them for attorney review. Performed research and investigative processes as needed, including background work and precedents. Summarized relevant court opinions to support attorney understanding of current cases. Provided key assistance for mediations, taking comprehensive notes in meetings. Prepared trial and deposition exhibits. Drafted potential trial and deposition questions and points of inquiry. Coordinated all aspects of office management and administration. Managed on-site customer service, greeting and assisting clients, and providing relevant documentation as needed. Ordered and stocked office supplies. Oversaw maintenance of mail, FedEx, and courier registers. Liaised with third parties, including private process servers, couriers, and professional copy services.

Directed team in designing and implementing computer applications for clients. Developed and implemented key project management strategies to overcome challenges and ensure delivery on all targets and goals. Worked directly with clients to clearly identify needs and expectations.

Performed programming and IT analyst services, as well as IT support as needed. Wrote and proofread large sales proposals (up to 20 binders at a time). Implemented hardware and software UNIX systems for commercial and military clients.

Also served for 8 years as Officer in Royal Air Force. Led team of 30 men in loading transport aircraft in both UK and Germany. Earned designation as VIP Receiving Officer, meeting all VIP aircraft personally and ensuring smoothness of VIP movements (including European royalty and various heads of state). Also served at logistics computer center, running large logistical planning mathematical model for aircraft engine servicing and resupply schedules.