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  • $35 hourly
    I have been a virtual Senior Paralegal/Office Manager for a family law firm and also have experience working with Corporate law firms . I am also Clio Certified and great with developing personalized plans to help your law firm run more smoothly. Before I went back to school to become a paralegal, I was a Virtual Assistant for over eight years. I absolutely love being a paralegal, and it shows in my work product. I have my Bachelor's degree in Paralegal Studies. I am dedicated, hard-working, a critical thinker who is big on paying attention to the smaller details and loves being part of a team. I've worked many years in customer service, so I have excellent client relations skills as well. I'm also proficient with Microsoft Suite, Clio Manage, Clio Grow, Monday.com, Vonage, Slack, Gmail, Zoom, MailChimp, and many more office and marketing software. I am also Clio Certified. I believe communication is the cornerstone of all business relationships. If you have any questions, please feel free to contact me.
    Featured Skill Legal Assistant
    Administrative Support
    Drafting
    Data Entry
    WordPress
    Word Processing
    Legal Assistance
    Social Media Management
    Legal
    Document Analysis
    Legal Research
  • $55 hourly
    I have extensive experience in drafting correspondence, preparing affidavits, filing court documents, and helping lawyers prepare for trials. I have experience in family law, real estate, and estate planning. I also have created and implemented new data entry techniques for law firms and understand the importance of being well organized.
    Featured Skill Legal Assistant
    Real Estate
    Probate
    Legal Assistance
    Microsoft Word
    Family Law
    Writing
    Data Entry
    General Office Skills
    Document Review
    Document Analysis
  • $38 hourly
    Hello! I'm Madeline, your go-to expert for all things administrative, clerical, and legal. With a rich background in Business Administration and Paralegal roles, I've mastered the art of juggling multiple tasks while ensuring top-notch accuracy and efficiency. Whether you need a detailed Excel analysis, a polished PowerPoint presentation, or meticulous legal research, I'm here to help. Let's make your business operations smoother and more efficient! Skills & Expertise: * Microsoft Mastery: Proficient in the entire Microsoft Office 365 suite, including: * Excel: From basic data entry to advanced functions like Pivot Tables, VLOOKUP, and data visualization. * Word: Expertise in document formatting, drafting, and editing. * PowerPoint: Crafting compelling presentations that captivate and inform. * Teams: Seamless communication and collaboration. * OneDrive & SharePoint: Efficient document storage and sharing. * Google Workspace Pro: From Google Sheets & Docs to Calendar management, I've got you covered. * Legal Expertise: As a seasoned paralegal, I offer: * Legal Research: Digging deep to find the information you need. * Document Drafting: Crafting clear and compliant legal documents. * Contract Review: Ensuring your agreements are solid. * Legal Assistance: Supporting all your legal needs with precision. * Administrative Excellence: With skills in: * Data Entry: Accurate and fast. * Office Management: Keeping things running smoothly. * Scheduling & Calendar Management: Organizing your busy life. * Client Communication: Building and maintaining relationships. * Task Management: Ensuring nothing falls through the cracks. * Tech Tools: Proficient in Zoom, Skype for Business, PDF editing, and cloud storage management.
 Services Offered: * Administrative Assistant & Executive Support: From managing emails to scheduling meetings, I'll be your right hand. * Paralegal & Legal Clerk Services: Offering meticulous legal research, documentation, and consulting. * Business Analyst & Consulting: Leveraging data to provide actionable insights for your business. * Virtual Assistant: Handling tasks big and small to support your operations from anywhere. * Office Coordination & Management: Streamlining operations, from file management to project coordination.
 Why Choose Me? * Diverse Experience: From Business Administration to Legal Assistance, my diverse background ensures I bring a wealth of knowledge to any task.
 * Detail-Oriented: I pride myself on my attention to detail, ensuring accuracy in everything I do.
 * Client-Centric: Your success is my success. I'm dedicated to understanding and meeting your unique needs.
 Whether you're seeking a Business Analyst, an Executive Assistant, or a Legal Administrative Assistant, I'm here to provide top-tier support. Let's collaborate and take your business to new heights!
    Featured Skill Legal Assistant
    Editing & Proofreading
    Legal Pleadings
    Executive Support
    Legal Assistance
    Business Correspondence
    Communications
    Tax Planning & Advisory
    Estate Planning
    Litigation
    Intuit QuickBooks
    Intuit Lacerte Tax
    Microsoft Office
    Notarization
    Legal Documentation
  • $35 hourly
    I worked in the legal field for 10 years as a paralegal in the following areas of practice: civil litigation, family law, personal injury, real estate, debt collection and debt collection compliance, commercial and residential contracts, construction liens, immigration, foreclosures, etc. I have also written articles related to debt collection, taxes, personal finance, immigration, and more. I have over 2 years of experience in health care (occupational therapy assistant in a nursing home; assistant to CEO of medical clinic and almost 2 years of working as a volunteer at the Advocate Illinois Masonic Medical Center).. I'm currently working as a data analyst (SQL, Power BI and Python) and legal project manager. I have a certificate in software testing and I have tested several websites for various companies. Overall, I have over 2 years of experience in tech (web development, data analysis, and more). My Bachelor degree is in Health Care management but I have also studied marketing and PR, and I have an Associate in Fine Arts. I spend my free time writing, learning about science (tech, physics, astronomy, geology, biology), dancing, visiting museums and participating in art/music festivals and sports. My skills and experience are vast, so feel free to throw something at me and I'll tell you whether I can do it or not. I value honest, respectful relationships and I wouldn't want to waste your time or mine.
    Featured Skill Legal Assistant
    Data Analysis
    SQL
    Python
    Software Testing
    Legal Writing
    Translation
    Legal Assistance
    Data Entry
    Romanian
    Resume Writing
    Computer Skills
  • $50 hourly
    I'm a licensed attorney in the state of Illinois. I have experience in family law, landlord/tenant. probate, estate planning, real estate transactions, and business law. I am now a stay at home mom and am here to help other attorneys, law firms, and pro se individuals. I can draft pleadings for you, do legal research or discovery, help with trial prep and much more. I also have experience helping pro se individuals in a limited scope capacity remotely. Let's chat about how I can help you out!
    Featured Skill Legal Assistant
    Litigation
    Microsoft Office
    Family Law
    Document Analysis
    Ediscovery
    Legal
    Westlaw
    Legal Assistance
  • $35 hourly
    I am skilled in the Legal Justice system in Illinois. I have worked in Illinois court houses for 2 years working with the states Attorney's office and a law firm by the name of Prairie State Legal Services. What I am doing currently is working for a program called the Illinois JusticeCrops. In this program I help all self represented litigants in Bloomington Illinois. It is majority civil cases but we do get the occasional criminal case.
    Featured Skill Legal Assistant
    Legal Assistance
    Microsoft Word
    Microsoft Excel
  • $100 hourly
    My top skills as a licensed attorney in federal court and Illinois state court are legal researching, legal writing, oral testimony, and trying cases. I have research case law in intellectual property matters to criminal defense matters to several areas of civil law. I work best at writing and speaking my clients’ positions to judges and juries. I have prevailed in multiple dispositive motion because of my legal research and writing. If you need someone who can quickly understand your legal issue, conduct research that’s gives you an answer to your questions, and write clearly and persuasively, then look no further.
    Featured Skill Legal Assistant
    TrialPrep DEPO
    Legal Negotiation
    Legal Documentation
    Legal Assistance
    Legal Research
    Legal Drafting
  • $65 hourly
    A licensed attorney looking to expand my practice. I am interested in a variety of areas with expertise in Civil Litigation, ERISA and Federal Court Civil Litigation. I have excellent research skills.
    Featured Skill Legal Assistant
    Legal Assistance
    Writing
    Bar
    Conduct Research
  • $45 hourly
    Experienced paralegal with 15+ years of history in litigation. I have extensive experience in several areas of law including personal injury, civil, criminal, family, business, real estate and estate planning. I am skilled at drafting legal documents (pleadings, subpoenas, discovery requests/responses, settlement demands, Medicare appeals), client intake, legal research, medical records collection, medical records review and summary, discovery review and summary, deposition summary, trial preparation, electronic court filings, transcription, data entry, calendar management, time entry/billing, booking travel, proofreading and I am a notary public. I have worked on high profile cases with leading lawyers in both small and large firms. I am self-motivated and understand the importance of meeting deadlines in my profession. I absolutely love what I do and welcome the opportunity to make your job easier.
    Featured Skill Legal Assistant
    Editing & Proofreading
    Data Entry
    Administrative Support
    Litigation
    Medical Records Research
    Filing
    General Transcription
    Legal Assistance
    Document Review
    Deposition Summary
    Legal Writing
    Legal Calendaring
    Legal Research
    Draft Documentation
  • $65 hourly
    Experienced legal professional with a strong background in managing large teams of attorneys and support staff, overseeing high-volume caseloads, and negotiating complex contracts and settlements. *Skilled in project management, and conflict resolution. Proven track record of delivering results in fast paced environments, with expertise in budget management and strategic decisionmaking. *Known for a proactive approach in driving legal and operational success.
    Featured Skill Legal Assistant
    Legal Assistance
    Legal Pleadings
    Legal Consulting
    Legal Research
    Contract Law
    Contract Drafting
    Legal Agreement
    Contract
    Legal
  • $40 hourly
    PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY Detail-oriented Grant Compliance Specialist with a Juris Doctor and 5+ years of experience managing government, private, and nonprofit grants. Known for thoroughness, reliability, and strategic problem-solving involving high-stakes legal and compliance matters. Skilled in ensuring adherence to post-award requirements, mitigating risk, and overseeing financial reporting to maintain funding eligibility. Adept at grant writing, collaborating with stakeholders, providing technical assistance, and developing compliance frameworks to align grant operations with federal, state, and local regulations. Proven ability to analyze policies, implement corrective measures, and serve as a liaison between organizations and funders to ensure successful grant administration and continued funding.
    Featured Skill Legal Assistant
    Legal Assistance
    Research & Strategy
    Legal Writing
    Grant Writing
  • $150 hourly
    With over fifteen years of experience practicing law, I currently act as outside general counsel advising small businesses and startups on issues related to business structure, compliance, contracts, employment, general liability exposure, and intellectual property. I have extensive experience negotiating and drafting a broad range of contracts such as employment, non-disclosure/non-solicitation/non-compete, independent contractor, commercial lease and licensing agreements, amongst other contracts. I frequently prepare service agreements of all types across a broad range of industries. I am also highly experienced in complex civil and commercial litigation, which allows me to provide a unique perspective within the realm of contracts. I am barred in the State of Illinois and federally with the Northern District of Illinois. My areas of expertise include corporate formation and business structure, contract law, employment/labor law, risk assessment and compliance issues and intellectual property. After working with larger corporations to secure their profits and interests for so long, I left corporate America to help startups and small to mid-sized business owners build stronger, more legally sound businesses. I have a passion for helping small to mid-sized business owners and startups turn their businesses into wealth-building assets by leveraging the same legal strategies large corporations have used for decades to create real wealth. I enjoy connecting with founders and business owners, learning about their visions and identifying ways to protect and maximize the reach, value and impact of their businesses. Some of my recent projects include: - Negotiating & Drafting Commercial Lease Agreements - Drafting Trademark Licensing Agreements - Drafting Ambassador and Influencer Agreements - Drafting Collaboration Agreements - Drafting Service Agreements for service-providers, coaches and consultants - Drafting Master Service Agreements and SOWs - Drafting Terms of Service and Privacy Policies - Preparing policies and procedures for businesses in highly regulated industries - Drafting Employee Handbooks, Standard Operations and Procedures (SOPs) manuals, employment agreements - Creating Employer-employee infrastructure to ensure business compliance with employment and labor laws - Drafting Independent Contractor Agreements and Non-Disclosure/Non-Competition/Non-Solicitation Agreements - Conducting Federal Trademark Searches and filing trademark applications - Preparing Trademark Opinion Letters after conducting appropriate legal research - Drafting Letters of Opinion for Small Business Loans - Drafting and Responding to Cease and Desist Letters - Drafting and Reviewing Business Purchase Agreements -  Managing business acquisitions from start to finish, including drafting and negotiating Letters of Intent (LOIs) and purchase agreements When it comes to contracts, I have not only drafted them, but I’ve litigated them too. Having courtroom experience fighting about contracts that failed for various reasons has given me a unique perspective and edge in contract preparation. I create strong and enforceable contracts that protect your most prized possession as a small business owner or startup: the future of your business. I look forward to learning more about your specific needs and how I can help you reach your goals. Please reach out to me to learn more about my process and how I can assist you. I service clients throughout the United States across a broad range of industries.
    Featured Skill Legal Assistant
    Business with 10-99 Employees
    Legal Assistance
    Legal Agreement
    Legal Negotiation
    Legal Practice Management
    Business
    Legal Consulting
    Legal Writing
    Legal Documentation
    Business with 1-9 Employees
    Legal Research
    Legal Applications & Registration
    Legal Entity Structuring
    Legal Drafting
  • $20 hourly
    15 year Licensed Practical Nurse with Paralegal Certificate and Healthcare Office Manager Certificate.
    Featured Skill Legal Assistant
    Data Entry
    Legal Assistance
    Healthcare Management
    Healthcare
    Medical Device
    Medical Device User Manual
    Medical Equipment & Supplies
    Medical Terminology
    Medical Editing
    Medical Records
    Medical Billing
    Legal Consulting
    Bookkeeping
  • $45 hourly
    Clinical Consultant / National Senior Nurse Case Auditor / Complex Case Manager - MCO / Medical Disability Specialist / Director of Nursing - Home Health / Field Case Manager and Legal Nurse Consultant with Over 10 Years' Experience in Clinical Nursing Coupled with a Bachelor's of Nursing Degree and Certification in Legal Nurse Consulting - Strengths: Leadership;Auditing; Case Management; Training/Mentoring; Medical Record Review; Analysis; Communication; Collaboration; Customer Focus; Motivational Interviewing; Team Building. SUMMARY OF QUALIFICATIONS: * Registered Nurse with current licensure in Illinois, and ten years clinical nursing experience, coupled with completion of a BSN; Certification in Legal Nurse Consulting and a Vast Array of Professional Sub-Specialties including: * Quality Nurse Auditing experienced with both generalized and nationally accredited audits of utilization management and case management staff * What has been learned, leaning on mastered: Blog Writing; AI Writing Generator; Writing Critique * And what areas have truly enriched me, personally, and just enjoyed overall: Personal Development; Education/Training/Tutoring and most importantly: Communication strategies which made me realize what we can truly accomplish in this life by simply finding our voice.
    Featured Skill Legal Assistant
    Personal Development
    Health & Wellness
    Blog Writing
    Writing
    Writing Critique
    AI Writing Generator
    Counseling Psychology
    Medical Editing
    Legal Assistance
    Employee Motivation
    Medical Records Research
    Team Building
    Communication Etiquette
    Mental Health
    Training & Development
  • $45 hourly
    I'm an experienced Paralegal and Case Manager. I'm looking to assist and take on Management or supportive role.
    Featured Skill Legal Assistant
    Legal Documentation
    Legal Assistance
    Legal Applications & Registration
    Legal Calendaring
    Customer Care
    Data Entry
  • $10 hourly
    Hi there! 👋🏻 I believe that I can bring a versatile skill set to help you and your business streamline operations and enhance your digital presence. Currently, I work as an intake specialist at a family law firm, where I manage client communications, legal documentation, and case intake processes with precision and confidentiality. My expertise includes customer service, administrative assistance, and content creation, ensuring that clients receive top-tier support. I am proficient in HubSpot, Microsoft Office, and various CRM tools, allowing me to manage data efficiently and improve workflow processes. Additionally, my experience as a content writer has honed my ability to craft compelling, SEO-friendly content that engages audiences. As an aspiring law student, I am passionate about legal research, organization, and client advocacy. Whether you're looking for administrative support, content creation, or customer engagement solutions, I am ready to contribute with professionalism and dedication. Let's collaborate to achieve your business goals! ✅
    Featured Skill Legal Assistant
    Legal Assistance
    Administrative Support
    Content Creation
    Microsoft Project
    Customer Care
    Content Writing
    Data Entry
    Virtual Assistance
  • $10 hourly
    As an experienced Office Manager and Lead Paralegal, I bring a wealth of expertise in legal document drafting, calendar management, scheduling, discovery review, and invoice/billing oversight among others. With a background in law, I also offer transferable skills that can be applied across industries. I’m proficient in Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Google Sheets, and other office software, and I have strong English grammar and writing skills. Additionally, I have experience with and a passion for graphic design, which was my college minor. I’m currently seeking new opportunities in the legal field or as a Virtual Assistant, where I can leverage my organizational, administrative, and creative skills to support clients and businesses alike.
    Featured Skill Legal Assistant
    Market Research
    Microsoft Project
    Company Research
    Invoicing
    Data Entry
    QuickBooks Online
    Office Administration
    Adobe InDesign
    Administrative Support
    Criminal Law
    Personal Injury Law
    Legal Assistance
    Bookkeeping
    Project Management
    Virtual Assistance
  • $20 hourly
    Highly motivated and results-oriented freelance paralegal with 15+ years of experience providing comprehensive litigation support to attorneys across various practice areas. Proven ability to manage complex cases efficiently, meet tight deadlines, and maintain strict confidentiality. Seeking to partner with attorneys to provide high-quality, cost-effective paralegal support on a freelance basis.
    Featured Skill Legal Assistant
    Litigation
    Civil Law
    PACER
    Contract Drafting
    Legal Writing
    Legal Drafting
    Legal Documentation
    Legal Assistance
    Legal Research
    Drafting
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