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Hi, I’m Ella Twente, an attorney with expertise in litigation, advocacy, case law, corporate law, and legal writing. I help individuals, businesses, and self-represented clients navigate legal matters with clear, practical, and reliable solutions. I draft and review contracts, prepare court motions, and create agreements such as prenuptial arrangements or business partnerships. I also guide clients through filings and procedural requirements, ensuring accuracy, compliance, and clarity at every stage. I am committed to providing professional, timely, and confidential services, while explaining complex legal matters in straightforward terms so you understand every step. Whether you need support with litigation, corporate contracts, or legal writing, I provide customized assistance tailored to your needs and goals.

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(Civil Litigation • Estate Planning • Divorce • Custody • Modifications • Legal Drafting • Case Organization & Management • E-filing • Simple Suits • Legal Research) About Me I am an experienced Paralegal with a strong background in various areas of law including Civil Litigation, Estate Planning, and Family Law. Services offered for divorce, custody, child support, enforcement, and modification matters. With years of hands-on experience assisting attorneys and clients, I provide reliable, detail-driven support and professionally drafted legal documents that meet court formatting requirements. I help attorneys, law firms, and self-represented individuals stay organized, meet deadlines, and present clear, accurate, and polished legal work. My approach is efficient, client-focused, and grounded in a deep understanding of legal processes and documentation standards. 🔹 Services I Offer 📌 Family Law Paralegal Services Divorce petitions, answers, waivers, and decrees Child custody and visitation documents Child support calculations & modification requests Property inventories & marital settlement forms Discovery: interrogatories, disclosures, requests for production Drafting motions, affidavits, declarations, and agreed orders Case management (court deadlines, calendaring, document organization) 📌 Estate Planning Paralegal Services Wills (simple, complex, and state-specific formatting) Powers of attorney (financial, medical, limited, durable) HIPAA releases Living wills and advanced directives Trust summaries, trust funding documents, and asset lists Notary coordination & signing packet preparation 📌 General Legal Support Legal research & statute verification Drafting letters, notices, and settlement communications Organizing exhibits, evidence, and case files Proofreading for legal accuracy & compliance Preparing court-ready formatting based on jurisdictional rules

I am a Freelance Paralegal and Notary providing accurate, high-quality legal support to attorneys, law firms, businesses, and pro se litigants nationwide. I specialize in complex legal drafting, detailed research, eFiling assistance (where permitted), record retrieval, and organized administrative support that reduces attorney workload and improves productivity, all while maintaining strict UPL compliance, confidentiality, and professionalism. With strong experience in family law, employment law, civil litigation, criminal matters, administrative law, appeals, and post-conviction issues, I deliver polished, court-ready work with efficient turnaround times. I am also a commissioned Notary, available for document notarization as needed in connection with prepared legal documents and client matters. Areas of Specialization: Family Law Motions, petitions, and responses Divorce, custody, modification, and support documents Affidavits, declarations, and exhibit preparation Discovery requests and responses Court-ready hearing packets and eFiling assistance (where permitted) Employment Law: Demand letters Wrongful termination and discrimination support EEOC preparation, timelines, and document organization Administrative filings and correspondence Civil & Criminal Matters: Legal research Motions and pleadings Record retrieval and evidence organization Post-conviction analysis, including ineffective assistance claims Delayed appeals and notices of appeal Appeals & Post-Conviction Support: Notices of appeal Docketing statements Brief preparation support Research memos Exhibit indexing and formatting Software & Technical Expertise Legal Research Tools: Westlaw LexisNexis Fastcase State case law databases Law-library systems Law Firm & Case Management Software: Clio MyCase PracticePanther Smokeball Odyssey/eFileTexas and other e-filing systems (where permitted) Productivity & Document Tools: Microsoft Word (advanced) Microsoft Excel (advanced) PowerPoint Adobe Acrobat PDF editing, redaction, and exhibit creation Google Workspace You can rely on me for error-free formatting, strong citations, efficient eFiling support, and highly organized work product. Core Services I Provide: State and federal legal research Drafting motions, pleadings, and petitions Family law and employment law document packages Record retrieval (court, medical, public records, agency records) EEOC support and workplace investigation assistance Discovery drafting (interrogatories, production requests, disclosures) Affidavits, exhibits, and court-ready packets Appellate document preparation eFiling assistance for pro se litigants and attorneys (where permitted) Administrative support for law firms Case file organization and project management Legal correspondence and letters Professional document formatting and editing Notary services for legal documents and client transactions I am known for being thorough, reliable, and efficient without compromising quality. Why Clients Trust My Work: I bring a unique combination of professional training and real-world legal system experience. I’ve been in courts, worked with attorneys, prepared cases start to finish, and supported clients and pro se litigants through difficult filings and deadlines. Because of that firsthand exposure, I understand how fast the system moves, how important accuracy is, and how critical it is to stay organized under pressure. Clients value that I work independently with minimal instruction, stay laser-focused, and keep projects moving without needing to be micromanaged. I communicate clearly, meet deadlines, adapt quickly to new jurisdictions and court rules, and maintain strong attention to detail from the first draft to the final filing. Whether supporting an attorney, assisting a business, or helping a pro se client prepare documents, I deliver steady, reliable work that allows them to focus on the bigger picture.

Hello! Thank you for reviewing my profile. My name is Matthew Lewis. I am an attorney based in Dallas and operate a solo law firm. I use UpWork and other platforms to find new clients. Several of my business clients find employees and contractors on platforms such as UpWork so I try to go where my potential clients are looking. My practice is a mix of business support services (including litigation), estate planning & probate, employment issues, and immigration law. I have handled a wide range of matters, from suing a government official for failing to comply with state regulations to giving a presentation at a child's school. Also, I offer support services for other attorneys and law firms. Do you need a Motion for Summary Judgment (or a responsive brief) drafted so you can attend your child's recital? I'll handle it. Do you need someone deposed but find a date before close of discovery? Notice it and I'll show up. Sometimes you just need someone to review discovery responses and draft a deficiency letter. Let me help you so you can focus on higher level tasks on your cases. ---Flat Fee Pricing--- Unless required by statute or the project/situation requires hourly billing, I generally prefer not to bill anyone by the hour. I do my best to quote a flat fee to do the work you want. If it is complicated and difficult to quote, I will break the work down into stages and provide a range. This way, you can control your costs and budget accordingly. ---Virtual Practice--- I work from home. The COVID-19 Pandemic showed all of us how little we need a physical office to get our work done. I keep my costs down by working from my home office. If I need to meet with you, I will offer to come to your home. If we cannot meet there, my home is spacious and tastefully decorated. My preference is to meet at your home or business. Some types of legal work -- such as family law and estate planning -- benefit from home visits. Elders and children, for instance, often have trouble travelling or feeling comfortable in new environments. Business owners often keep important documents on-site for me to review then-and-there. ---Open Communication--- The biggest complaint people have about attorneys is that they do not communicate regularly or consistently. In contrast, I provide monthly updates to every client unless they expressly tell me they only want updates when there is something to pass along. When someone hires an attorney, often they are going through one of the most stressful times in their life. Having to chase after the professional you paid to help you through the situation only makes it worse. Please feel free to reach out with any questions you have. Ultimately, I just want to help people and make a living doing so. Thank You! Matthew C. Lewis, Esq.

Is your legal workload increasing while deadlines and procedural requirements keep getting tighter? In litigation and business, precision matters. A poorly structured motion weakens leverage. A loosely drafted contract creates exposure. A missed argument or procedural misstep can cost the entire case. With over 8 years of experience supporting individuals, law firms, and businesses across multiple jurisdictions, including substantial work within California litigation frameworks, I provide strategic legal drafting and advisory support focused on clarity, structure, and results. I assist clients with: • Motions, pleadings, appellate briefs, and court filings • Litigation support, including motion strategy and issue framing • Contract drafting, review, and structured redlining • Risk-focused contract analysis with clear revision commentary • Business formation and governance documentation • Discovery requests, responses, and objections • Legal research and case preparation across state and federal matters • Real estate, family, and financial legal work • GDPR compliance and regulatory analysis I regularly prepare complaints, oppositions, and appellate briefs, and conduct detailed contract reviews that clearly identify risk, gaps, and negotiation points. I am also experienced in court filing workflows, including preparing documents for e-filing in California and other jurisdictions, ensuring compliance with formatting rules and procedural requirements. Clients work with me to strengthen their filings, reduce legal risk, and present clearer, more persuasive arguments. If you need precise, outcome-focused legal support, feel free to reach out.