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  • $100 hourly
    I am fluent in English and Spanish and I hold a Juris Doctor from an ABA-accredited law school. My experience in transactional and litigation work has sharpen my strong negotiation and problem-solving skills. I have worked in the public and private sector as a legal professional for 10+ years. I thrive as a team player and I stand out as a responsible leader because I believe strongly in optimizing clients' results through efficiency and hard work.
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    Communication Skills
    Cyber Threat Intelligence
    Real Estate
    Writing
    Litigation
    Immigration Law
    Conduct Research
    Legal Research
    Video Commercial
    Translation
    Military
    Criminal Law
    Commercial Style
    Psychology
  • $175 hourly
    I am a business attorney with 11 years' experience working in-house for private organizations. Most recently, I was senior corporate counsel for a private equity firm and industrial holding company with lines of business in commercial vehicle manufacturing and sales, engineering services, technology solutions and software development. I supported our investment group's legal needs and transactional matters, e.g., side letters, private placement memorandums, due diligence, etc. I negotiated commercial deals with key suppliers and customers and managed a growing intellectual property portfolio. The team I was part of oversaw legal strategy, compliance and regulatory affairs, and managed outside counsel and other resources. Before that, I was corporate counsel for a global manufacturer and distributor of products where I managed the legal and compliance department.
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    Trademark Search
    Real Estate Law
    Copyright
    Mergers & Acquisitions
    Legal Writing
    Trademark Consulting
    Intellectual Property Law
    Tax Law
    Startup Consulting
    Non-Disclosure Agreement
    Corporate Law
    Contract Law
    Contract Negotiation
    Contract Drafting
  • $40 hourly
    * OBJECTIVE: To capture the most accurate record and produce the most accurate transcript Court reporter Legal Transcriptionist Notary Public
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    Adobe Inc.
    Microsoft Teams
    Microsoft Word
    Records Management
    Law
    Legal Transcription
  • $60 hourly
    PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY Class of 2021 Juris Doctor with a Concentration in Sustainability. Adept at applying strong analytical reasoning skills to complex legal issues. Highly competent at assisting in case preparation and appearing in court as well as skilled in legal research with experience researching caselaw, statutory schemes, and governmental hierarchy.
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    Environmental Law
    Legal Research
    Microsoft Excel
    Environment
    Law
    Legal Negotiation
    Civil Law
    Sustainability
    Legal Consulting
    Microsoft Word
    Corporate Law
    Litigation
    Legal Drafting
    Contract Law
  • $675 hourly
    Victoria R. Watkins is an attorney in Chicago, specializing in business, legislative, and creative industry law. As Founder and Managing Partner of Inrichmint, she uses her experience in business, private investing, law, and civic engagement to source curated deal flow for high net worth individuals and families. She previously served as Chief of Staff to the Co-CEO and Chief Investment Officer at Ariel Investments, the oldest minority-owned asset management firm in the country. In this role, she oversaw the Office of the Co-CEO's operations, civic engagement, and social justice priorities. Prior to joining Ariel, Victoria worked for the City of Chicago in the Office of Mayor Rahm Emanuel, serving as Senior Advisor, and Deputy Director of Legislative Counsel & Government Affairs. She is the author of a children's book, "Little Valarie and Her Big World of Options" (littlevalariebigworld.com), and owner of a curated tea line, Joy & Magic (joyandmagictea.com). Victoria has advised and counseled small businesses on trademark and copyright strategy, business structuring, and organizational operation. She has spent time speaking on fashion law panels, while also authoring the early “fashion law blog” – B.A.F.F.L.E.D. (thebaffledblog.com). Victoria is a graduate of the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign, where she studied Consumer Economics and Finance. She earned her Juris Doctorate from DePaul University College of Law.
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    Contract Law
    Contract Drafting
    Legal Agreement
    Contract
  • $100 hourly
    Corporate, transactional attorney with great attention to detail. I’ve assisted corporate clients in a law firm setting, as well as worked in house for private and publicly held businesses
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    Virtual Assistance
    Administrative Support
  • $50 hourly
    I am paralegal with experience in legal research, construction and complex legal matters. I can also provide assistant needs such as. - Meeting organization - Letter drafting - Data entry skills - Proofreading ability - Legal document drafting - Discovery and pleadings -Subpoenas documentation
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    Construction
    Legal Research
    Database
    Civil Law
    Microsoft Word
    Google Sheets
    Conduct Research
    Filing
    Litigation
  • $30 hourly
    Recent law school graduate with extensive legal secretary experience, including professional transcription, prior to law school. During school, I was on the Executive Board of my school's Law Review, which consisted of extensive substance verification, proofreading, and editing anywhere from 25 to 70 hours per week depending on where we were in our publication cycle. Currently looking to supplement income while studying for the bar exam.
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    Receptionist Skills
    Law
  • $15 hourly
    Hardworking and dedicated lawyer with a strong foundation in political campaigns, non-profit administration, and grassroots organizing. Experienced in conducting detailed research, leading teams, and driving initiatives within diverse environments. Skilled in legal analysis, international human rights research, and policy development. A strategic thinker with a passion for advocacy, committed to making a meaningful impact through public service, legal innovation, and community engagement.
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    Real Estate Closing
    Privacy Law
    International Law
  • $25 hourly
    Experienced Paralegal | Administrative Support | Fitness Coaching I’m a detail-oriented paralegal with a strong background in legal support, research, and document management, alongside a passion for fitness coaching. I offer a range of services to help you stay organized and achieve your goals. Experience: Paralegal to Village Prosecutor: Assisted with legal research, document drafting, and case preparation for criminal cases. Personal Injury Litigation Paralegal: Drafted legal documents, managed cases, and coordinated with clients and medical providers. Education: BA in Psychology & Sociology, Minor in Criminal Justice – University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign (UIUC). Skills: Strong background in academic writing, research, and editing. Legal & Administrative Support: Document drafting, contract preparation, Excel data management, and legal research. Fitness Coaching: Customized workout programs, goal tracking, and time management for busy professionals. I’m here to help with both legal and fitness-related tasks, providing support to help you succeed. Let's connect and get started!
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    Editing & Proofreading
    Document Formatting
    Text Formatting
    Format Conversion
    Formatting
    Word Processing
    Contract Law
    Contract Drafting
    Legal Agreement
    Contract
  • $24 hourly
    I'm a legal assistant experienced in helping to attorneys at law in handling their cases. Whether you're trying to achieve high outcomes in your law office, gaining new client portfolio, I am able to support you.
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  • $200 hourly
    I am an experienced attorney with extensive knowledge in hospital and health law, data privacy, regulatory filings and reimbursement, and contract review and negotiation. In a rapidly evolving regulatory sphere, I am eager to lend my assistance to health care providers for their legal needs, including employment contracts, leases, policies and, more generally, to any small business seeking assistance with similar matters. I am meticulous and efficient and would look forward to working with you.
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    HIPAA
    Legal Consulting
    Report Writing
    Law
    Medical Law
  • $30 hourly
    - Drafting responses, pleadings, and conducting legal research. - I have experience with West Law and Lexus Nexus. - Conducting research and writing training manuals for 47 states on Civil Litigation cases. - Training attorneys and paralegals on CRM software, - Teaching paralegals how to draft responses and what documents to use for which state and case. - Supervising a team of paralegals
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    Contract Drafting
    Legal Agreement
    Contract
  • $20 hourly
    Experienced Immigration Paralegal with a strong background in managing complex USCIS applications and case documentation for a variety of immigration processes, including asylum (affirmative and defensive), U-Visa, DACA, family-based petitions, and naturalization. Skilled in conducting legal research, providing exceptional client support, and preparing comprehensive Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) requests. Bilingual in English and Spanish, offering the ability to effectively communicate with a diverse clientele. Known for attention to detail, proactive case management, and a commitment to helping clients navigate the immigration process successfully.
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    Problem Solving
    Research Methods
    Translation
    Draft Documentation
    Immigration Law
    Immigration
    Immigration Document Translation
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