MDECARLORESUME NOV 8 2016
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Michelle Decarlo is a paralegal with over 18 years of experience working for sole practitioners. She has a bachelor's degree in paralegal studies and an associate degree. Her experience includes legal research, drafting documents, case preparation, and working on personal injury, bankruptcy, and business cases. She is proficient in various software programs and legal research databases.
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MDECARLORESUME NOV 8 2016
- 1. MICHELLE DECARLO - CAPOZZOLI 1227 JACKSON STREET, APT. #2 PHILADELPHIA, PA 19148 (267)227-6392 EMAIL: mdecarlolaw@yahoo.com PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY A well qualified paralegal with over eighteen (18) years diverse experience working for sole practitioners. Proven track record in legal research, drafting legal documents and case preparation. Extensive knowledge of legal terminology, general law and legal proceedings. Outstanding organizational skills and proficiency to complete multiple complex assignments. Discreet and resourceful team worker who thrives in a fast-paced working environment. EDUCATION Kaplan University Bachelor of Science in Paralegal Studies - January 2012 Peirce College Associate of Applied Science (AAS) -August 1998 COOPERATIVE WORK (CO-OP) PEIRCE CAREER DEVELOPMENT SERVICES Law Offices of Michael Wolinsky – Philadelphia, PA Student/Legal Assistant September 1996 – May 2001 (combined Co-op and full time work) • Attended Peirce College and successfully completed my (“CO-OP) program while working part-time for Mr. Wolinsky in the afternoon and attended class early morning while my child was in daycare. Prior to my graduation from Peirce College (May 1997) Attorney Wolinsky offered me full time employment KEY COMPETENCIES research skills analytical skills critical thinking skills planning and organizing information monitoring strong communication skills stress tolerance attention to detail and accuracy confidentiality teamwork CORE COMPETENCIES oral communication skills writing skills organization and planning skills
- 2. research, analytical and problem-solving skills information collection and management attention to detail decision-making and judgment initiative confidentiality team work stress tolerance QUALIFICATIONS AND ACHIEVEMENTS National Society of Collegiate Scholars May 2016 Who's Who Among Women Business Professionals 08/14/2014 Who's Who Among Students In American Junior Colleges 05/01/1997 Phi Beta Kappa National Honor Society 05/01/1997 PARALEGAL/LEGALASSISTANT EXPERIENCE Lipschutz & Friedman, Philadelphia, PA Paralegal September 24, 2012 – April 15, 2016 • Liaison between attorneys, clients, healthcare providers, insurance carriers, law firms and governmental agencies; handled in excess of 2,000 cases • Composed, typed and edited all incoming and outgoing correspondence, drafted • Performed all e-filings in Philadelphia, Bucks, Montgomery and Delaware counties, prepared Affidavits of Service, prepared and served discovery requests, motions, Notice of Deposition, pre-trial orders as well as other case related discovery required from inception of litigation until settlement of personal injury claim. • Preparation of Damage/Summary of Specials summaries, calculate damages, verify unpaid medical bill balances, health insurance liens and workers’ compensation liens all of which are included in Summary. Obtained written verification of health insurance liens from Medicare and from the Pennsylvania Department of Welfare • Interviewed and screened new clients, prepared Motor Vehicle Accident Information Form for each file reflecting client indexing information, work and medical history, client’s automobile information, and claim information (if available during interview)
- 3. defendant driver and insurance information and accident details. Prepared file “Memo To File ”for attorney summarizing in-office interview and/or telephone screening with client as maintaining attorney “hand written notes” to all files • Performed legal research using various law reference books and various document searches Brownstein Vitale & Weiss, P.C., Philadelphia, PA Paralegal/Secretary to Partner December 29, 2008 thru September 21, 2012 • Liaison between attorneys, clients, healthcare providers, insurance carriers, law firms and governmental agencies; handle in excess of 2,500 cases • Prepared client-specific case files for attorneys reflecting supporting forms, -documentation and photographs to use during client presentations, discovery hearings and trials • Perform all e-filings in Philadelphia, Bucks, Montgomery and Delaware Counties • Prepared pleadings, motions and responded to all discovery requests • Conducted legal investigations to collect evidence for all slip and fall cases • Performed legal research using LexisNexis and Westlaw • Composed, typed and edited all legal correspondence; usage of Dictaphone on daily basis Paparone & Associates, Feasterville-Trevose, PA Legal Assistant May 29, 2002 to January 8, 2008
- 4. • Prepared legal documents, including pleadings, motions, wills, contracts, various documentation for small and large businesses, inheritance tax packages and real estate closing statements: • Responsible for upkeep and maintaining current versions of all litigation forms (i.e. Motion For Extraordinary Relief, Motion Court Cover Sheet, Small Claims Court reflecting ADA requirements, etc.) received from various jurisdictions (First Class Mail and email notification) and discarding outdated forms and outdated fee schedules • Established “Sterner’s Mill Office Condominium Association” as attorney became a licensed broker in Southampton Township, Bucks County, PA, (He purchased 331 East Street Road building which was my place of employment), Delegated by attorney to contact “The Township” regarding all county ordinances and code enforcement law to be in compliance for the aforesaid real property listed above • Responsible to send monthly billing statements to all “Unit(s) and Tenant(s) reflecting their allocated payment of “Condo Fees,” rent, parking and maintenance Responsible to maintain and address all tenant issues and concerns. any and all work orders, maintenance, repairs and vehicle parking regulations as “Unit” was assigned a “numbered parking space” • Prepared various legal documents, including pleadings, motions, estate planning packages contracts, prepared various documentation for small and large businesses, drafted, completed and hand delivered and/or mailed Inheritance Tax package for small and large estates, prepared various real estate documents for closing (residential only) • Opened, managed and organized all new and current files; was responsible to maintain client database; when necessary sent closed file boxes to outside storage facility; maintained separate list of all closed files in conjunction with current client list • Responded to all incoming and outgoing correspondence • Responsible to input and maintain client database of all new client’s current clients, prior clients’ potential clients as well as interoffice and outside client referrals from attorneys within and outside of office. (I had created separate folders for all of the above in employer database for easy reference) • Opened, managed and organized files Law Offices of Michael Wolinsky, Esquire Legal Assistant September 1996 to May 2001 • Maintained internal case status on all open Chapter 7 and Chapter 13 cases • Ensured and assisted client with completion of all necessary documentation prior to beginning the appropriate bankruptcy petition(s). • Drafted and prepared voluminous Chapter 7 and 13 bankruptcy petitions, including determining state exemptions and Chapter 13 plans • Prepared for and notified clients for their hearing dates at the federal courthouse with the specified U.S. Bankruptcy Trustee • Created a "bankruptcy checklist" for the attorney that ensured everything was completed and collected for each and every case. • Communicated effectively with clients, the Court and attorneys, informed clients of their Chapter 13
- 5. monthly payment to the trustee. • Prepared legal documents, including pleadings, motions, wills, contracts, various documentation for small and large businesses, inheritance tax packages and real estate closing statements: • Assisted attorney by investigating facts and researching legal precedent • Opened, managed and organized all case files; • Responded to all incoming correspondence; responsible for maintaining and ordering office supplies; sorted incoming mail on a daily basis and distributed to appropriate office personnel and partners of Firm TECHNICAL SKILLS • Microsoft Word • Microsoft Excel, Outlook and PowerPoint • Adobe Reader – Current versions 10 and 11 • Microsoft Edge version 10 • Lexis Nexis and Westlaw • WordPerfect (various versions; DOS 5.1 – WordPerfect 12) • Time Matters 7.0 (Case Management Software) Notary Public for the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania; 1997- Present
- 6. monthly payment to the trustee. • Prepared legal documents, including pleadings, motions, wills, contracts, various documentation for small and large businesses, inheritance tax packages and real estate closing statements: • Assisted attorney by investigating facts and researching legal precedent • Opened, managed and organized all case files; • Responded to all incoming correspondence; responsible for maintaining and ordering office supplies; sorted incoming mail on a daily basis and distributed to appropriate office personnel and partners of Firm TECHNICAL SKILLS • Microsoft Word • Microsoft Excel, Outlook and PowerPoint • Adobe Reader – Current versions 10 and 11 • Microsoft Edge version 10 • Lexis Nexis and Westlaw • WordPerfect (various versions; DOS 5.1 – WordPerfect 12) • Time Matters 7.0 (Case Management Software) Notary Public for the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania; 1997- Present