Alissa Hill
Ripley,MS
Summary
Proactive and goal-oriented professional with excellent time management and problem-solving skills. Known for reliability and adaptability, with swift capacity to learn and apply new skills. Committed to leveraging these qualities to drive team success and contribute to organizational growth. Ready to tackle new challenges with dedication and enthusiasm.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
PARALEGAL
Akins & Adams, P.A.
05.2023 - Current
- Manage scheduling of court calendars and deadlines to maintain smooth flow of firm operations.
- Preparing answers, providing documentation, and information for discovery.
- Edit and proofread legal documents to verify accuracy.
- Communicated with clients, opposing counsel and court personnel to keep all parties informed on case updates.
- Help attorneys prepare for trial by organizing exhibits and calling on witnesses to testify at hearings.
- Prepare settlement proposals and agreements in best interest of client.
- Prepare legal briefs, motions, and pleadings.
- Communicate pertinent information to clients via phone, email, and mail.
- Prepare Certificate of Titles
- Prepare Land Deeds
PARALEGAL
Hearn Law Firm, PLLC
03.2022 - 05.2023
- Filing & preparing paperwork duties
- Managed scheduling of court calendars and deadlines.
- Conducted detailed client intakes and entered information into company database.
- Edited and proofread legal documents to verify accuracy.
- Managed complex cases efficiently using specialized software programs designed for paralegal work to track information related to multiple parties over long periods of time.
- Liaised with other paralegals and legal staff to complete common tasks on schedule.
- Contributed to firm-client relationship building through professional interactions with clients during meetings or phone calls, conveying empathy while maintaining confidentiality.
- Communicated with clients, opposing counsel and court personnel to keep all parties informed on case updates.
- Prepared legal briefs, motions, and pleadings.
- Improved document organization by implementing a comprehensive file management system for easy access to essential case materials.
RUNNER
Harrison Law Office, PLLC
05.2021 - 11.2021
- Provided excellent customer service while meeting challenging time goals.
- Maintained a professional demeanor while interacting with colleagues and clients during deliveries.
- Conducted routine office errands, allowing other employees to focus on their primary responsibilities.
- 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.
- Prepare legal documents in Real Estate matters.
- Responded proactively to requests from supervisors and peers alike, displaying strong problem-solving abilities.
CUSTOMER SERVICE LEADER & SALES REPRESENTATIVE
Medical Products/Medical Warehouse
08.2017 - 04.2021
- Increased sales revenue by identifying and targeting high-potential accounts.
- Negotiated prices, terms of sales and service agreements.
- Developed, maintained and utilized diverse client base.
- Monitored service after sale and implemented quick and effective problem resolutions.
- Achieved or exceeded company-defined sales quotas.
- Identified new business opportunities through cold calling, networking, marketing and prospective database leads.
- Informed customers of promotions to increase sales productivity and volume.
- Selected correct products based on customer needs, product specifications and applicable regulations.
- Worked with sales team to collaboratively reach targets, consistently meeting or exceeding personal quotas.
Education
APPLIED SCIENCE BACHELOR’S DEGREE - LAW STUDIES, CRIMINAL JUSTICE
University of Mississippi
Oxford, MS01.2023
ASSOCIATE OF ARTS DEGREE -
Northeast Mississippi Community College
Booneville, MS01.2021
HIGH SCHOOL DIPLOMA -
Ripley High School
Ripley, MS01.2019
Skills
- LexisNexis
- MEC Filing
- FileVine system
- Ring Central
- Simplicity
- JST
- Excel
- Critical Thinking
- Case Management
- Notary public
- Leadership
- Administrative support
- Legal research
- Discovery management
- Client communication
- Trial preparation
- Settlement drafting
Websites
Case Areas
- Criminal Law
- Personal Injury
- Real Estate Law
- Family Law
- Employment Law
- Collection Law
Timeline
PARALEGAL
Akins & Adams, P.A.
05.2023 - Current
PARALEGAL
Hearn Law Firm, PLLC
03.2022 - 05.2023
RUNNER
Harrison Law Office, PLLC
05.2021 - 11.2021
CUSTOMER SERVICE LEADER & SALES REPRESENTATIVE
Medical Products/Medical Warehouse
08.2017 - 04.2021
APPLIED SCIENCE BACHELOR’S DEGREE - LAW STUDIES, CRIMINAL JUSTICE
University of Mississippi
ASSOCIATE OF ARTS DEGREE -
Northeast Mississippi Community College
HIGH SCHOOL DIPLOMA -
Ripley High School
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