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  2. Legal Assistants
  3. United States
  4. (Current) Houston, TX, TX
  • $250 hourly

    • 4.7/5
    • (12 jobs)
    Corporate lawyer with over 15 years of experience in top US and UK law firms. My expertise spans corporate law, tax planning, and regulatory compliance across common law and European civil law jurisdictions. Let’s discuss how I can help you protect and grow your business.
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    Legal Consulting
    Licensing Agreement
    Legal Research
    Custody Agreement
    Legal Assistance
    Legal Agreement
    Intellectual Property Law
    Legal Writing
    Tax Law Compliance
    Real Estate Law
    Corporate Law
    Contract Law
    Employment Law
    Partnership Agreement
    Contract Drafting
    Stock Option Agreement
  • $85 hourly

    • 5.0/5
    • (1 job)
    SUMMARY OF QUALIFICATIONS Wide-ranging experience in many facets of Intellectual Property prosecution, maintenance, and enforcement of US and international patents, trademarks, and copyrights. I work closely with patent or trademark attorneys to complete the assigned projects. Patents: Prepare and manage all phases of U.S. and foreign patent prosecution (Provisional, Utility, Design, Track One, PPH, PCT; Reexamination filings, National filings); Information Disclosure Statements, Pay Annuity Fees. Conduct Patent searches; Record Assignments, Inter Partes Review Proceedings, Derivation Proceedings, Post Grant Review, etc. Trademarks: Trademark searching; Draft & file US trademark applications, simple drafting of Responses to Official Actions, etc.; post-registration filings, trademark oppositions, cancellations, and conducting trademark use investigations. Trademark foreign filings, including Madrid Protocol submission, maintained domain names and enforcement proceedings before ICANN; social media takedowns of competitor marks; website review to ensure proper trademark usage of brand names Copyright - Prepare and file copyright applications. Record Assignments; copyright searches IP Due Diligence - Worldwide assignee title searches; recordation of assignments in various jurisdictions; both patent, trademark, and copyright offices at state, federal, and international levels. Prepare LLC formation and Amendment filings and other Corporate filings with Secretary of State Offices Draft, review, process, and summarize Confidentiality Agreements; license agreements under attorney/client parameters
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    Legal Assistance
    Legal Documentation
    Legal Calendaring
    Due Diligence
    Microsoft Word
    Microsoft Excel
    Copyright Search
    Copyright Registration
    Trademark Search
    Trademark Registration
    Trademark Prosecution
    Patent Search
    Patent Prosecution
    Intellectual Property Protection
    Intellectual Property Law
  • $37 hourly

    • 5.0/5
    • (1 job)
    I'm an experienced legal professional with a strong background in business operations, legal research, and content creation. I offer a unique blend of skills in law, Romanian translation, and Python programming. Throughout my career, I've honed my abilities in drafting court filings, conducting legal research, and managing complex civil litigation issues. I've also leveraged my expertise in Romanian translation to provide essential services in various contexts. My technical skills in Python programming and data analytics have been instrumental in driving decision-making and optimizing business processes. I obtained a legal education from South Texas College of Law and a Bachelor of Arts in Political Science from the University of Houston. I'm fluent in Romanian and have a deep understanding of legal writing, court document drafting, and formal legal citation and notation. As a freelancer, I'm committed to delivering high-quality work and building strong relationships with my clients. I'm excited to bring my diverse skill set to new challenges and continue to grow professionally. I look forward to the opportunity to work with you.
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    Legal Research
    Legal Writing
    Legal Drafting
    Legal Practice Management
    Legal Pleadings
    Legal Case Management Software
    Legal Assistance
    SEO Performance
    SEO Content
    Civil Law
    LexisNexis
    Westlaw
    Python
    Legal
    Romanian
  • $20 hourly

    • 5.0/5
    • (4 jobs)
    I am a very independent thinker I love when I am faced with obstacles because I see it as a challenge to come up with a solution. I am very open minded I consider my self a bit of a chameleon I can easily adapt to my environment. I figure since I have so many different skills I should just be in a traditional work environment where my skills were be at max capacity.
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    Customer Acquisition
    Logistics Coordination
    Customer Experience
    Logistics Management
    Phone Support
    Tax Accounting
    Problem Solving
    Typing
    Receptionist Skills
    Legal Assistance
    Virtual Assistance
    Data Entry
    Light Bookkeeping
  • $40 hourly

    • 0.0/5
    • (0 jobs)
    Over the past twenty-four years, I've accumulated a variety of office administrative skills, along with extensive legal experience. My experiences within the legal world stem from basic office admin duties to paralegal duties to preparing for and attending trials, primarily supporting the partner on the matter. I consider myself to be highly proficient in MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook), Acrobat Adobe, iManage, TrialDirector, as well as many other database programs, time management software, etc. I'm experienced in conducting extensive legal research to assist attorneys with their work product. I'm highly computer literate and can work and/or manipulate software to utilize it to the fullest extent possible. I'm detailed oriented, highly motivated and maintain a high level of professionalism. I've acquired extensive knowledge of litigation matters and procedures. Throughout my past experiences working with partners or officers of law firms, I have been entrusted with highly confidential information and have respected this responsibility with complete discretion. I initially worked as a legal assistant/quasi paralegal for many years and took on the position as a fully operating paralegal in 2011. Since becoming a paralegal, I have prepared for, managed, and attended approximately 13 Federal Court trials, 4 arbitrations and some small hearings. I assist with a variety of duties, including legal research, case management reporting, reviews of patent analysis, etc. My journey has been interesting and fulfilling thus far.
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    Notice of Appeal
    Civil Law
    PACER
    Legal Calendaring
    Legal Software
    Legal Drafting
    Legal Assistance
    Document Analysis
    Legal Research
    Legal Writing
    TrialPrep DEPO
    Draft Documentation
    Litigation
  • $35 hourly

    • 0.0/5
    • (0 jobs)
    Hi, and welcome to my profile! I’m a skilled freelance paralegal with experience in legal research, drafting contracts, preparing case materials, and managing deadlines. I specialize in Real Estate Law and Commercial Litigation and pride myself on delivering accurate, timely, and confidential support. Legal Research: Conduct in-depth research on case law, statutes, and regulations. Document Drafting: Prepare contracts, pleadings, motions, and other legal documents. Case Management: Organize and manage case files, discovery, and deadlines. Discovery Support: Draft discovery requests, responses, and summaries. Legal Memoranda: Summarize findings and provide detailed legal analysis. Court Filings: Assist with preparing and filing documents in compliance with court rules. Contract Review: Analyze and review agreements for accuracy and risk assessment. Trial Preparation: Organize exhibits, prepare trial binders, and coordinate schedules. Administrative Support: Handle correspondence, client intake, and calendaring. Confidential Compliance: Ensure strict adherence to client and case confidentiality. Let’s work together to streamline your legal projects. Reach out to discuss how I can assist!
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    Legal Research
    Case Management
    Legal Calendaring
    Legal Assistance
    Due Diligence
  • $25 hourly

    • 5.0/5
    • (5 jobs)
    PROFILE I possess excellent customer service skills, sales, implement sales strategies, technology savvy, speak and write English and Spanish proficiently.
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    Inventory Report
    Filing
    Customer Service
    Summary Report
    Insurance Verification
    Receptionist Skills
    Communication Skills
    Computer Basics
    Payment Functionality
    Sales & Marketing
    Document Translation
    Legal Assistance
    Scheduling Software
    Invoicing
    Virtual Assistance
  • $35 hourly

    • 0.0/5
    • (0 jobs)
    With over fifteen years of experience as an Executive Personal Assistant and a diverse professional background, I possess the skills to thrive in a variety of roles. My versatile skill set enables me to adapt quickly and collaborate effectively with individuals from all backgrounds. I hold a bachelor’s degree and a paralegal certificate from the University of Houston, which have provided me with a broad range of expertise across multiple fields. Thank you for your consideration, and I look forward to the opportunity to connect.
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    Email Management
    Calendar Management
    Travel Planning
    Legal Assistance
    Administrative Support
    Administrate
    Personal Administration
    Executive Support
    Virtual Assistance
  • $40 hourly

    • 0.0/5
    • (1 job)
    I am a Law School Candidate studying artificial intelligence, and I’m seeking a new executive sales role at a progressive, growing technology company. I graduated from UH in 2014 with degrees in Business and Political Science. I have extensive experience in account management, customer service, energy, recruiting, and sales. My background in the energy industry, including work with gasoline distributors, mineral acquisitions, and solar energy providers shows my professional experience. I’m eager to expand my industry experience into new fields like artificial intelligence. Please review full resume for details on my work history and qualifications. Thank you for your consideration.
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    Legal Assistance
    Sales Leadership
    Recruiting
    Accounting
    Data Analysis
    Python
    Inside Sales
    Lead Generation
    iOS
    Sales
    Salesforce CRM
    Business Management
    Management Skills
    Salesforce
    Account Management
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