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I specialize in providing legal and administrative support to individuals, pro se litigants, and small businesses. Whether you’re navigating a legal case on your own, need help with contracts, or want support with legal paperwork, I’m here to help. Please note: I am not an attorney and cannot represent you in court but I can assist with tasks to make the process smoother for you. How I Can Help You: Document Preparation: I can draft contracts, agreements, legal forms, letters, and other important documents tailored to your needs. Legal Research: I’ll help you locate and understand laws, regulations, and case details relevant to your situation. File and Case Organization: I’ll ensure your documents are organized, deadlines are tracked, and everything is filed properly. Business Support: I assist businesses in drafting clear and professional legal contracts, agreements, and policies. Court Procedures: I can guide you through filing processes, including e-filing, and help ensure compliance with court rules. Why Work With Me? Clear and Simple Communication: I explain legal procedures and paperwork in a way that’s easy to understand. Confidentiality Guaranteed: Your information is handled with care and professionalism. Detail-Focused: I ensure all documents and tasks are accurate and complete. Dependable and Efficient: I meet deadlines and work efficiently to keep things moving forward. Whether you’re a pro se litigant needing support, an individual handling legal paperwork, or a business needing contracts, I’m here to assist. Let’s work together to make your legal tasks easier and stress-free! Disclaimer: I am not an attorney and cannot represent you in court. My services focus on administrative, procedural, and document support.

I bring over 17 years of experience as a licensed attorney (Wyoming, now inactive) and several additional years as a law clerk and freelance legal professional. I specialize in litigation support, legal research and writing, and the drafting of complex legal documents. As a former solo practitioner, I’ve handled a wide variety of civil and criminal matters—including domestic relations, personal injury, employment law, landlord-tenant disputes, consumer protection, and business law. I’ve also crafted successful appellate briefs, supported federal and tribal court litigation, and created self-help legal materials for public use. 🔹 Core Services I Offer: Legal research & memorandum drafting Pro Se Support Litigation pleadings, motions, and discovery support Appellate brief drafting Contract drafting, business formation, wills, trusts & deeds Compliance guidance and risk management analysis I earned my Juris Doctor from the University of Wyoming and hold B.A. and A.A. degrees in Criminal Justice, both earned with honors. I'm also a U.S. Army Infantry veteran, known for my discipline, integrity, and ability to perform under pressure. In recent years, I’ve returned full-time to legal work as a law clerk and freelance litigation support professional, with a strong focus on remote research, document drafting, and case strategy preparation. If you're looking for someone who understands the law from a lawyer’s perspective—but works with the precision and dedication of a top-tier paralegal—I would be honored to assist. Pro Se people, I am not an attorney and do not provide legal advice or legal representation in any jurisdiction. Services are limited to document preparation, formatting, and drafting at the client’s express direction for self-represented (pro se) individuals. Clients are solely responsible for all legal decisions, filings, and representations.

LEADERSHIP EXPERIENCE Sigma Alpha Lambda: Secretary National Society of Leadership and Success 2014-2016 Sigma Kappa Sorority: President of Philanthropic Service 2015 Oak Ridge High School Cheerleading: Captain 2012 VGA Volunteers Girl State 2011 Oak Ridge Youth Leadership Oak Ridge High School National Honor Society Southern Belles Athenaeum School for Girls 2010 Young Scholars Leadership Conf. 2008 Ken Yager's League of Extraordinary Teens Imagination Library

With more than twenty years of litigation paralegal experience across federal, municipal, and private sector legal environments, I have had the privilege of working alongside dedicated legal professionals in some of the region's most demanding institutions: the District Attorney General's Office, where I supported active criminal prosecution; the United States Department of Energy's Office of Secure Transportation, where I worked at the intersection of federal law and national security; the City of Oak Ridge, where I assisted counsel in navigating the complexities of municipal law and public sector liability; and Smith & Wesson, where I have supported corporate litigation and regulatory matters in a fast-paced, high-stakes environment. Each of these roles has deepened my legal knowledge, sharpened my instincts, and reinforced my commitment to doing this work with care and precision. I am eager to bring that experience to a team where I can contribute meaningfully from day one and continue to grow alongside skilled colleagues who share the same professional standards. My experience across the full litigation lifecycle is both broad in scope and deep in practice. From pre-trial strategy and the drafting of Complaints, Answers, and Affirmative Defenses through the phases of discovery — including Interrogatories, Requests for Production of Documents, and Requests for Admission — I bring precision and legal acuity to every stage of a case. I am well-versed in eDiscovery protocols, litigation hold management, and ESI (electronically stored information) preservation, ensuring that your matters remain defensible from the moment litigation is anticipated. I coordinate and summarize depositions, prepare comprehensive trial notebooks, organize and Bates-label exhibit sets, and draft and serve witness subpoenas with meticulous attention to jurisdictional requirements. My experience extends to the preparation of Motions in Limine, Motions for Summary Judgment, post-trial motions, and appellate record compilation. Beyond traditional civil litigation, I carry substantial experience in employment and human resources litigation, including disability discrimination claims under the ADA, workers' compensation disputes, EEOC investigation support, and workplace harassment defense — a specialized competency that positions me as an asset in any practice where employment liability intersects with corporate risk. My academic background further strengthens this foundation: an Associate's Degree in Paralegal Studies grounded my legal foundation, while a Bachelor's Degree in Health Science has given me a distinct and often decisive advantage in personal injury and workers' compensation litigation — I read, analyze, and summarize complex medical records, diagnostic reports, and treatment histories with the fluency of a trained professional. My federal government experience, particularly within the Department of Energy, has instilled in me a standard of discretion, confidentiality, and integrity when handling sensitive, classified, and high-stakes legal matters — qualities that do not simply appear on a resume, but are demonstrated through years of accountable, exemplary service. I am genuinely enthusiastic about the opportunity to bring this level of experience, discipline, and litigation to your firm or organization. I am prepared to contribute immediately and to operate at the highest professional standard your team expects and your clients deserve. I welcome the opportunity to discuss, in greater detail, how my background aligns with your current caseload. I am available at your earliest convenience for an interview. Thank you sincerely for your time and consideration.

I am a paralegal with over 25 years experience, who has seen the job market boom and crash several times over. I have a clear understanding of various legal areas and have the ability to navigate between tasks with no true challenge to time management. Preference to legal billing and administrative positions to allow for adequate time dedication to each tasks as assigned. On a personal level I homeschool three children while working a full time position. - Versatile and diverse professional background with potential to learn any path in fast order - Willingness to take charge of any challenging situation and take ownership - Seeking to become an independently employed woman - Goals are to pay off my home in under 5 years so I am exceptionally driven to succeed.

I am currently working as a legal secretary for an insurance defense firm. In addition to insurance defense, I have experience in plaintiff's personal injury, criminal defense, and medical malpractice. I have experience drafting pleadings and discovery as well as conducting legal research.