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Dawn Hills

Angola,IN

Summary

Dynamic Legal Assistant with proven expertise at Lisa L. Hanna-Weis LLC in legal document preparation and case management. Recognized for enhancing client satisfaction through exceptional communication and meticulous proofreading. A fast learner skilled in legal research, I effectively support litigation efforts while maintaining strict confidentiality and attention to detail.

Overview

27
27
years of professional experience

Work History

Legal Assistant

Lisa L. Hanna-Weis LLC
01.2025 - Current
  • Prepared and organized legal documents for attorney review and client meetings.
  • Conducted legal research to support case preparation and strategy development.
  • Managed case files, ensuring accuracy and compliance with legal standards.
  • Assisted in drafting correspondence, pleadings, and discovery materials for litigation.
  • Coordinated communication between clients, attorneys, and external parties efficiently.
  • Maintained electronic filing systems, enhancing document retrieval processes.
  • Scheduled appointments and hearings, optimizing attorneys' time management strategies.
  • Developed knowledge of court procedures and deadlines to support case progress effectively.
  • Maintained strict confidentiality, protecting sensitive client information as required by legal ethics and regulations.
  • Handled office scheduling and made notes for deadlines, motions, and other important dates.
  • Improved communication between attorneys and clients by scheduling meetings, providing status updates, and relaying critical information promptly.
  • Increased client satisfaction by efficiently managing case files and promptly addressing inquiries.
  • Managed high-volume workload while maintaining strict attention to detail on every task such as drafting pleadings or summarizing depositions accurately.
  • Responded to client inquiries, providing accurate legal advice and offering assistance.
  • Managed accounts and client records of clients, observing confidentiality, and extreme discretion.
  • Facilitated timely resolution of legal matters by preparing and organizing essential documents.
  • Delivered exceptional service to clients by assisting them with routine needs like obtaining copies of pertinent records or directing them to appropriate resources when needed.
  • Reduced errors in court filings by meticulously proofreading documents for accuracy before submission.
  • Assisted with trial preparation, including creation of exhibits, compilation of witness lists, and organization of evidence materials.
  • Drafted accurate and persuasive legal correspondence, contributing to successful negotiations and settlements.
  • Supported attorneys in achieving favorable outcomes through thorough research and analysis of complex legal issues.

Legal Assistant

STOUT LAW GROUP PC
10.2018 - 01.2025
  • Handled billing tasks efficiently and accurately, ensuring smooth financial operations for the legal team.
  • Enhanced office productivity by implementing efficient document management systems for easy retrieval and storage.
  • Reduced errors in court filings by meticulously proofreading documents for accuracy before submission.
  • Facilitated timely resolution of legal matters by preparing and organizing essential documents.
  • Responded to client inquiries, providing accurate legal advice and offering assistance.
  • Increased client satisfaction by efficiently managing case files and promptly addressing inquiries.
  • Improved communication between attorneys and clients by scheduling meetings, providing status updates, and relaying critical information promptly.
  • Handled office scheduling and made notes for deadlines, motions, and other important dates.

Educator

Camden Frontier School
08.1998 - 12.2013
  • Developed engaging lesson plans aligned with curriculum standards.
  • Facilitated collaborative learning environments to enhance student participation.
  • Assessed student performance and provided constructive feedback for improvement.
  • Implemented innovative teaching strategies to accommodate diverse learning styles.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Psychology, Secondary Education

Trine University
Angola, IN
05-1998

Skills

  • Fast learner
  • Scheduling/Planning
  • Microsoft office
  • File organization
  • Legal document preparation
  • Legal research
  • Notary public
  • Proofreading
  • Legal/Court processes
  • Exceptional telephone etiquette
  • Case management
  • Document editing
  • Data management
  • Litigation support

Timeline

Legal Assistant

Lisa L. Hanna-Weis LLC
01.2025 - Current

Legal Assistant

STOUT LAW GROUP PC
10.2018 - 01.2025

Educator

Camden Frontier School
08.1998 - 12.2013

Bachelor of Science - Psychology, Secondary Education

Trine University

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