Richard J. Williams
3665 Margaret Street, Houston, TX 47587
RichardJWilliams@yahoo.com
(770) 625-9669
Recent graduate in paralegal studies with experience conducting interviews and legal research. Seeking to bring work experiences and academic training into an entry-level paralegal position at a mid-sized law firm. An organized, dedicated worker looking to work closely with attorneys.
EDUCATION
SOUTHERN COMMUNITY COLLEGE – Houston, TX
Associate Degree, Paralegal Studies June 2011
- Graduated with a 3.8 GPA
- Member of the Junior Paralegal Club
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE*
WACHESTER LAW FIRM – Houston, TX
Intern September 2009 – June 2011
- Assisted three senior paralegals with the research and gathering of legal documents in preparation for trials
- Maintained database and files, answered phones, received messages, and performed other office administrative tasks
- Supported the preparation of documents for criminal and civil trials by scheduling and conducting interviews with clients, witnesses, and other lawyers
- Created and maintained a paper and electronic litigation database
MGA OFFICES – Houston, TX
Secretary August 2007 – 2009
- Used Microsoft Office Suite software to prepare legal documents and present evidence in spreadsheets for attorney review
- Arranged travel plans for senior management, answered phones and emails
- Scanned, organized, and filed exhibits, briefs, and legal documents into the firm’s paper database
- Coordinated conferences and meetings, and scheduled appointments on the firm’s calendar
- Participated in company-wide training to improve skills
- Attended two annual in-house training seminars to understand office work flow
ADDITIONAL SKILLS
- Experience with Microsoft Office Suite (e.g. Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, and Access)
- Experience using online appointment scheduling software for a 20-person law firm
- Typing speed: 90 WPM