I am a legal professional and virtual assistant looking to assist others with legal/administrative work. I am a perfectionist and very detail-oriented. My administrative skills are stellar and complex, deadline-driven projects are my specialty. I have a business background, legal experience, my state insurance license, and am very versatile. I am professional, timely, and work for others and I would want them to work for me. I am an expert with Microsoft Word, Excel, Publisher, Google Drive, Outlook, Access, Adobe, etc... Not to mention, I am very savvy when it comes to technology. If you want quality work--look no further! I am also fluent in English as it is my native language. I live in the US and have extensive experience working with companies overseas. I also have experience in marketing and project management. Contact me today as I am currently wrapping up my current contracts and looking for the next challenging project.
Positive thoughts bring about positive results!
Microsoft Word
Android
Adobe AIR
Database Management
Amazon Appstore
Automated Testing
Database Administration
Data Cleaning
Amazon Web Services
Data Logistics
Stephanie S.
Indianapolis, Indiana
$40/hr
5.0
2 jobs
Paralegal motivated to continually improve and extend personal skills and knowledge to attain increased responsibility and opportunities for professional growth.
Document Analysis
Melissa S.
Nashville, Indiana
$15/hr
4.5
199 jobs
I have a high success rate of finding information needed for research projects. I have experience with Microsoft Word, Excel, PDF files, Google Documents, TimeSolv, Salesforce, Box, Outlook, Trello, and Clio.
I have experience with e-mail, typing, data entry, 10 key, billing, legal secretary/paralegal, customer service, audits, inventory, research, bulk mail. I have an Associates Degree in Paralegal Studies. My typing speed is 60+ wpm. I am seeking opportunities for Legal/Paralegal, Researcher, Virtual Assistant or Data Entry for your business.
I am reliable and I am a quick learner.
Email Etiquette
Typing
Data Entry
Lauren C.
Lafayette, Indiana
$25/hr
5.0
3 jobs
I am an experienced writer that is looking to expand my portfolio. I have experience in creative writing, professional writing, and critical writing. I am also advanced in transcription.
Education
Review
Kevin B.
Anderson, Indiana
$20/hr
5.0
7 jobs
EDUCATION:
Paralegal Law Studies
Anderson University
:
BUSINESS:
Administration
Proofreads, files, photocopies, drafts documents, faxes, scans
and answers phones daily.
●
Enters and submits on time on
a daily basis in compliance with
clients policy terms to meet
deadlines.
●
Communicates with client(s)
and or a team(s) to resolve
inquiries and reports to assist with quoting fees for
upcoming work.
●
Managed mail for several attorneys and logged time on
timesheet daily.
●
Answered telephone, gave para-legal information, referred calls to attorneys and took messages.
●
Transcribed dictation and legal documents prepared for over
20 correspondences
weekly for approval of a lawyer, succeeding 97% of the time.
●
Monitored high influx of mail and e-mails daily and drafted
general correspondence including engagement letters.
●
Prepared monthly bills, processed check requests on a daily basis.
●
Maintained calendars, scheduled meetings, assisted with travel arrangements and prepared expense reimbursements
for three lawyers.
●
MS Office proficient
●
Office equipment
●
Document preparation
●
Scheduling
●
75 wpm
●
Data entry
●
Organized paralegal administrative assistant with strong background
in Constitutional, Trust, Business, Commercial law, Handles clerical tasks with high efficiency and minimal oversight. Advanced office software user proficient in managing files, supplies and billing support.
PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY
Efficient and inquisitive legal assistant pursuing position as paralegal.
Will capitalize on in-depth research experience, and ability to comprehend multifaceted legal structures and situations. Ready to take on a role that will greatly expand knowledge of law.
SUMMARY OF QUALIFICATIONS
Capable of grasping legal minutia while performing thorough research and essential administrative work.
•
Answer calls, emails, written letters; oversee firm's schedules.
•
Clear, concise, communicator.
•
PROFESSIONAL SKILLS
Organization:
Research:
Comprehension:
Create, update, and manage schedules for self and client
partners.
•
Keep workspace tidy, organized and accessible to coworkers.
•
Closely adhere to and enforce the filing system.
•
Navigate and search through four distinct legal databases.
•
Provide lawyers with essential background information across many
cases.
•
Provided Alliant executives with detailed reports on competitors and
wider industry.
•
Can grasp complex legal topics in abstract if not in totality.
•
Served as sole liaison between multiple parties across ten cases; all information was succinctly, clearly relayed and never overly simplified.
WORK HISTORY
Paralegal/Liaison
01/16/2013
to
Current Date
KEVIN LAMONT SINGLETON JR. TRUST ENTERPRISE
Legal Writing
Contract Drafting
Human & Civil Rights
Contract Law
Civil Law
Legal Consulting
Legal Documentation
Constitutional Law
Criminal Law
Prenuptial Agreement
Alan C.
Middlebury, Indiana
$30/hr
5.0
2 jobs
I'm a dedicated Family-Based Immigration Paralegal with extensive experience navigating the intricacies of immigration law. With a passion for assisting individuals and families in their pursuit of legal status and reunification, I've honed my skills through almost 10 years of hands-on experience.
Proficient in managing a wide array of cases, I specialize in filings before the United States Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS), the Executive Office for Immigration Review (EOIR), and the National Visa Center (NVC). My expertise lies in preparing and submitting various immigration petitions, including but not limited to Form I-130 (Petition for Alien Relative) and Form I-485 (Adjustment of Status).
Having conducted numerous client intake interviews, I possess an innate ability to gather crucial information and documentation necessary for family-based immigration cases. My meticulous approach ensures the accuracy and completeness of client files, supporting documentation, and legal paperwork.
Beyond documentation, I excel in maintaining open communication channels with clients, providing regular updates on case progress, and guiding them through the complex immigration process. My proficiency in bilingual communication (English/Spanish) has facilitated effective interactions with a diverse clientele.
My legal acumen extends to conducting comprehensive legal research, staying abreast of immigration laws, regulations, and procedural changes that impact family-based immigration cases.
In collaboration with attorneys and team members, I ensure efficient case management and adherence to deadlines and strive for positive outcomes in every case I handle. My commitment to delivering compassionate legal services makes me an invaluable asset in the realm of family-based immigration law.
Legal Research
Immigration
Case Management
Communications
Documentation
How it works
Post a job for freePost a job
Tell us what you need. Create your own job post or generate one with AI then filter talent matches.
Hire top talent fast
Consult, interview, and hire quickly, so you can meet the freelancers you're excited about.
Collaborate easily
Use Upwork to chat or video call, share files, and track project progress right from the app.
Payment simplified
Manage payments in one place with flexible billing options. Only pay for approved work, hourly or by milestone.
Don't just take our word for it
“Upwork provides an umbrella-level of security. I can see a talent’s work history and ratings. I can hold payments in escrow. I can communicate through Upwork Messages instead of working through my email address.”
KD
Kim Darling
Emerald Tiger
“Upwork is the best platform to hire skilled professionals when we're not looking for a full-time employee. All the companies in our portfolio use Upwork to find talent across a wide range of fields.”
DM
David Merry
Kinetic Investments
“Our very specific requirements can be a challenge—With Upwork, we’re able to access a bigger community to ensure the success of our projects.”
KK
Katja Krohn
Summa Linguae
How do I hire a Paralegal in Indiana on Upwork?
You can hire a Paralegal in Indiana on Upwork in four simple steps:
Create a job post tailored to your Paralegal project scope. We'll walk you through the process step by step.
Browse top Paralegal talent on Upwork and invite them to your project.
Once the proposals start flowing in, create a shortlist of top Paralegal profiles and interview.
Hire the right Paralegal for your project from Upwork, the world's largest work marketplace.
At Upwork, we believe talent staffing should be easy.
How much does it cost to hire a Paralegal?
Rates charged by Paralegals on Upwork can vary with a number of factors including experience, location, and market conditions. See hourly rates for in-demand skills on Upwork.
Why hire a Paralegal in Indiana on Upwork?
As the world's work marketplace, we connect highly-skilled freelance Paralegals and businesses and help them build trusted, long-term relationships so they can achieve more together. Let us help you build the dream Paralegal team you need to succeed.
Can I hire a Paralegal in Indiana within 24 hours on Upwork?
Depending on availability and the quality of your job post, it's entirely possible to sign up for Upwork and receive Paralegal proposals within 24 hours of posting a job description.