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  • $65 hourly
    • 5.0/5
    • (7 jobs)
    Are you feeling overwhelmed by the divorce process and unsure of what steps to take next? Are you feeling intimidated by the divorce process or need a clearer understanding of what to expect? Feeling lost in the divorce process and unsure of where to turn next? I can help! I’m a legal support professional, not a lawyer, offering practical tools and insights to help you stay organized as you go through divorce or custody matters. Navigating the legal aspects of divorce and custody issues can be complex, but I offer clear, actionable guidance to help you manage each stage with confidence. Do you know how to effectively communicate with your attorney? I provide tools and strategies to help you work better with your legal team. From managing the logistical challenges to editing documents, I’m here to help you move forward with clarity, purpose, and a well-defined plan. My approach is strategy-focused, offering non-legal guidance to ensure your documents, actions, and timelines align with your personal and legal goals. - Understanding the divorce process: clarifying each step to ensure you know what to expect and how to prepare for what’s ahead. - Providing tools and strategies to enhance your communication with your legal team for better alignment and efficiency. - Strategist approach: offering guidance on handling the challenges of staying organized with critical documents and deadlines. - Strategic planning for success: tailoring a plan to ensure your actions and decisions support your long-term goals and outcomes. Additional Services: Extensive experience in drafting, research, discovery, and litigation support. Addressing financial complexities in family law cases is crucial for determining accurate child and spousal support obligations. I offer tailored services to assist family law attorneys, legal practitioners, and pro-se litigants. My child and spousal support services focus on: • Analyzing financial records, including tax returns, bank statements, and business documents, to identify deficiencies in income disclosures. • • Identifying undisclosed income, irregularities, hidden assets, or inflated business expenses, particularly for self-employed spouses or individuals with complex financial arrangements. • Preparing detailed financial summaries and trial exhibits to effectively present income sources and support obligations in court. I prioritize confidentiality and ensure all sensitive information is handled securely. I manage projects efficiently, meet deadlines promptly, and deliver high-quality results. Time is valuable, and I ensure every project is a priority. I accept assignments only when I am confident in meeting specific requirements to deliver exceptional results. Additional services include content editing, legal editing, research and fact-checking, developmental editing, proofreading, and grammar, spelling, punctuation, and syntax corrections. PRIOR WORK EXPERIENCE OFFICE MANAGER • Directed daily operations of a civil litigation law firm, overseeing meeting schedules, maintaining case files, and ensuring clear communication between attorneys, paralegals, and clients. • Presented monthly budget reports highlighting expenditures, billing processes, and case management expenses to align with firm objectives. • Supervised and trained support staff, including paralegals and clerks, to optimize case preparation, documentation, and workflows. • Managed vendor relationships to allocate resources effectively and track expenses for cost efficiency. • Supported clients with compassion and confidentiality, handling sensitive information during challenging situations. PARALEGAL • Managed high-volume caseloads, ensuring timely filings and document handling. • Facilitated discovery by organizing and collecting documents for thorough case preparation. • Identified critical gaps in data, requested missing documents, and ensured comprehensive case readiness. • Summarized complex information into concise reports for attorneys and staff. Education BA in History and Government, University of Notre Dame, Notre Dame, Indiana
    Featured Skill Paralegal Services
    Themis Solutions Clio
    Error Detection
    Grammar
    Legal Research
    Family Law
    Editing & Proofreading
    SEO Content
    Business Writing
    Writing
    Academic Editing
    Content Writing
    Grammar & Syntax Review
    Legal Drafting
    Content Editing
    Proofreading
  • $45 hourly
    • 4.9/5
    • (108 jobs)
    I am an experienced Michigan attorney with more than 40 years of legal experience now living in the Chicago area. I have been working for the last fifteen years as a legal consultant, legal researcher/drafter for a number of attorneys nationwide. I have drafted various pleadings, motions, responses, briefs, memorandums, and other court documents for attorneys in state and federal courts including Michigan, Florida, Georgia, Tennessee, Illinois, Texas, Nevada, and California, as well as the 6th and 11th Circuit Courts of Appeals. I have also assisted attorneys in the preparation for and conduct of their trials and hearings, and in preparing Bankruptcy paperwork. I am also proficient in drafting Wills and Trusts and various kinds of agreements, including operating agreements, investment agreements, employment agreements, and prenuptial agreements. I am an excellent writer, a quick study, and very versatile in the types of legal matters I can assist with. I also have very good communication skills if you need someone to interview or talk to a client. I am available to work for licensed attorneys in any state. For Michigan clients. I am available for drafting wills and trusts, deeds and land contracts, agreements and contracts, and legal correspondence. I can also assist clients with the handling of probate estates. My rates are very reasonable for my experience (generally $45 per hour for research and drafting for attorneys and $60 per hour for legal work for Michigan clients). I am generally available on very short notice.
    Featured Skill Paralegal Services
    Real Estate Law
    Contract Law
    Employment Law
    Content Writing
    Contract Drafting
    Legal Research
  • $100 hourly
    • 5.0/5
    • (1 job)
    I am a highly skilled dual-licensed attorney with expertise in practicing law in both Illinois and China. Fluent in both English and Mandarin, I offer comprehensive legal consulting services covering immigration law, corporate law, and contract law. -Professional legal translation between Chinese and English -Excellent legal research and writing ability -Expertise in U.S. immigration law (family and business base) and corporate law -Providing top-tier legal services to clients engaged in cross-border business activities
    Featured Skill Paralegal Services
    Legal Consulting
    Immigration
    Contract
    Translation
    Contract Drafting
    Contract Law
    Legal Research
    Legal Agreement
    Immigration Law
    Immigration Document Translation
    Legal Translation
  • $50 hourly
    • 5.0/5
    • (1 job)
    I am a teacher-turned-lawyer and writer with experience in criminal defense and the carceral/prison system, adolescent development and psychology, K-12 education, and public policy and legislation. If you're looking for someone passionate about learning, writing, and explaining the practical application of new law and policy--regardless of practice area--I'm your person.
    Featured Skill Paralegal Services
    Legal Writing
    Legal Research
    Professional Tone
    Writing
  • $200 hourly
    • 5.0/5
    • (6 jobs)
    I am an attorney in good standing with the State Bar of Illinois, working as an Assistant Director for Northwestern University’s Office for Sponsored Research. Here, I can provide a wide variety of writing and editing services or provide basic consulting on business and legal matters. I graduated from Suffolk University Law School in Boston, MA. While in law school, I earned a Concentration with Distinction in Intellectual Property Law, focusing my studies on the business and legal aspects of creative arts. I've also earned a MBA from Loyola University Chicago and BA in English from Florida State University.
    Featured Skill Paralegal Services
    Legal Research
    Academic Writing
    Legal Writing
    Resume
    Contract Drafting
    Copyright
    Intellectual Property Law
  • $100 hourly
    • 0.0/5
    • (1 job)
    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 Paralegal Services
    TrialPrep DEPO
    Legal Negotiation
    Legal Documentation
    Legal Assistance
    Legal Research
    Legal Drafting
  • $33 hourly
    • 0.0/5
    • (0 jobs)
    I am seeking opportunities where I can use my personal injury and workers compensation legal knowledge, legal research and/or organizational skills to better aid someone else's load. I am very tech savvy and am open to offers.
    Featured Skill Paralegal Services
    Personal Injury Law
    Sales
    Legal Negotiation
    Organizational Design & Effectiveness
    Organizational Development
    Organizational Plan
    Research Methods
    Legal
    Drafting
    Legal Research
  • $75 hourly
    • 0.0/5
    • (2 jobs)
    I am an attorney with twenty years of experience in both civil litigation and as corporate counsel for small and medium sized corporations. On UpWord, I am offer my services as legal support for other attorneys.
    Featured Skill Paralegal Services
    Ghostwriting
    Content Creation
    Special Education
    Corporate Law
    Blog Writing
    Copywriting
    Writing
    Nonprofit Organization
    Legal Writing
    Legal Research
    Legal Practice Management
    Legal Pleadings
    Legal Consulting
    Legal Drafting
    Law
  • $60 hourly
    • 0.0/5
    • (0 jobs)
    I am a seasoned legal professional with over 24 years of experience specializing in immigration law, legal consulting/analyst and legal adjudication. I have a proven track record of achieving favorable outcomes for clients and excelling in public speaking, legal research, and analysis. My roles have included Unemployment Appeals Hearings Officer for the Texas Workforce Commission, UIA Adjudicator and Team Lead for the State of Michigan, and Principal Attorney at my own firm, Chowhan Law, P.C. My extensive experience encompasses handling complex litigation, managing teams, and performing document reviews using platforms like Relativity. I am highly organized and a strong leader, I thrive under pressure and have excellent collaboration and communication skills. My interests include understanding the intricacies of legal systems, continuous professional development, and contributing to public service through my legal expertise.
    Featured Skill Paralegal Services
    Legal Drafting
    Legal Research
    Legal Consulting
    Legal Writing
    Writing Critique
    Blog Writing
    Writing
    Legal
  • $50 hourly
    • 0.0/5
    • (1 job)
    I am a seasoned litigation paralegal with over 6 years of experience in commercial and civil litigation on both Plaintiff and Defendant sides, in conjunction with 2 years of law school education. I have practiced in Arizona, Illinois, and California, adapting to different legal environments seamlessly. I handle all phases of litigation, from drafting pre-litigation documents like spoliation letters and demand packages to drafting discovery, pleadings, preparing settlement statements, and paying liens. Whether you need immediate assistance with complex legal issues or support for a large-scale discovery project, I deliver high-quality results efficiently. With a proven track record of supporting attorneys through every stage of litigation, I am dedicated to providing exceptional service to help you achieve your legal objectives.
    Featured Skill Paralegal Services
    Commercial Litigation
    Litigation
    Ediscovery
    Legal Motion
    Legal Writing
    Legal Research
    Legal Software
    Legal Documentation
    Legal Pleadings
    Legal Case Management Software
    Legal Drafting
    Legal Calendaring
    Drafting
    Draft Correspondence
    Draft Documentation
  • $150 hourly
    • 5.0/5
    • (0 jobs)
    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 Paralegal Services
    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
  • $50 hourly
    • 0.0/5
    • (3 jobs)
    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
    Featured Skill Paralegal Services
    Construction
    Legal Research
    Database
    Civil Law
    Microsoft Word
    Google Sheets
    Conduct Research
    Filing
    Litigation
    Legal
  • $10 hourly
    • 0.0/5
    • (0 jobs)
    I am a qualified Company Secretary from Institute of Company Secretaries of India with LL.B, having an experience of 4+ years in corporate compliances and secretarial work. I offer a wide range of paralegal and secretarial services to assist corporates and law firms in their legal matters. Below is an overview: Secretarial compliances (as per Indian Laws): 1. Consultation for corporate matters encompassing Companies Act, 2013, SEBI regulations and RBI guidelines 2. Monitoring MCA related compliances and filings 3. Drafting of policies, charters and other documents 4. Reviewing legal documentation for varied corporate actions 5. Preparation of Compliance reports 6. Maintenance of statutory records Paralegal services: 1. Drafting and reviewing legal documents and correspondence 2. Legal research 3. Organizing and maintaining physical and electronic documents 4. Assisting with administrative support Skills and abilities: • Self-starter, capable of working independently or in collaboration • Experience of working with legal counsels • Strong interpersonal and communication skills • Detail-oriented and organized • Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications • Able to grasp new concepts quickly Being highly motivated and committed to working consistently within the established timelines, I am confident in my ability to provide the necessary services and support for your legal needs. Contact me today to discuss your specific requirements.
    Featured Skill Paralegal Services
    Compliance Consultation
    Legal Research
    Legal Writing
    Drafting
    Due Diligence
    Compliance
    Legal Assistance
    Corporate Governance
    Corporate Law
  • $195 hourly
    • 0.0/5
    • (0 jobs)
    18 combined years in sales and use tax, state income/franchise taxes, and other state and local taxes. TaxRwe.com, LLC can be your external tax department to handle your various state and local tax compliance requirements. We can handle your tax preparation and filings, audit defenses, tax planning, SOX narratives, tax software implementation, training, research, and many more. Licensed to practice in State of California Bar 2004
    Featured Skill Paralegal Services
    Legal Research
  • $25 hourly
    • 5.0/5
    • (1 job)
    Solutions-focused, diligent self-starter seeking to contribute solid paralegal, legal secretary, and administrative support experience toward supporting a progressive organization in optimizing performance. Calm demeanor in the face of difficulties; ability to manage multiple projects while working under pressure in fast-paced environments. Highly versatile; adept at quickly mastering new roles and responsibilities. Reputation for integrity, perseverance, and work ethic. Continuously pursues opportunities to learn and takes on challenges for further professional growth.
    Featured Skill Paralegal Services
    Wordperfect
    Microsoft PowerPoint
    Microsoft Outlook Development
    Microsoft Word
    HCL Notes
    Microsoft Excel
    Legal Research
    Legal Transcription
    General Transcription
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