Victoria N. Johnson
Hartford
Summary
Dedicated, highly motivated, and skilled paralegal who is passionate about providing top-quality support to legal teams. With nearly ten years of paralegal experience, I have developed a broad range of skills in civil litigation, legal research, client communication, case management, and leadership. I provide valuable support in drafting pleadings, motions, and other legal documents, as well as conducting thorough investigations and analysis of complex legal issues. I am always seeking new challenges and opportunities to grow in my career.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Litigation Paralegal
Bart Durham Injury Law
08.2015 - Current
- Managed a personal injury caseload of 140+
- Drafted pleadings including complaints, answers, and discovery requests
- Conducted detailed client intakes for entering into system database
- Communicated with clients on a daily basis
- Completed thorough medical analysis and drafted demands for each case
- Studied case law as applicable to cases
- Negotiated settlements with adjusters and attorneys
- Reviewed and negotiated subrogation and medical liens
Paralegal
Cody Allison & Associates, PLLC
10.2014 - 08.2015
- Drafted correspondence and pleadings
- Communicated with clients on a daily basis
- Cross-checked and validated information
- Requested medical records
- Prepared narratives for long-term disability cases
- Performed General Administrative Duties
- Received intakes from potential clients
Paralegal Externship
Grimmett Law Firm
06.2014 - 08.2014
- Prepared legal documents for filing with court system
- Performed legal research to aid in client cases
- Worked in Trial Works Software System to manage case files
- Received intakes from new clients
Student Teacher, 6th grade
Todd County Middle School
01.2013 - 05.2013
- Prepared and taught lessons to 6th grade English-Language Arts students
- Taught Students with varied reading abilities ranging from a pre-school level to a capability to read 6th grade, complex text
- Established positive relationships with students, parents, faculty, and staff
Student Teacher, 11th grade
Todd County Central High School
01.2013 - 05.2013
- Prepared and taught lessons to 11th grade English students
- Collaborated with mentor teacher to implement a successful learning unit
- Created a positive learning environment for all students
- Administered standardized tests to students
- Communicated with fellow department members on a regular basis with regard to planning, assessment, parent, and community contact
Education
Paralegal Certifcate -
Kaplan Career Institute
Nashville, TN08-2014
Bachelor of Arts - English
Austin Peay State University
Clarksville, TN05-2013
Bachelor of Science - Communications
Volunteer State Community College
Gallatin, TN12-2009
Skills
- Civil Litigation
- Client communication
- Legal Ethics
- Filevine Software
- Needles Software
- Microsoft Office
- E-Filing Systems
- Legal Writing
- Multi-tasking
Timeline
Litigation Paralegal
Bart Durham Injury Law
08.2015 - Current
Paralegal
Cody Allison & Associates, PLLC
10.2014 - 08.2015
Paralegal Externship
Grimmett Law Firm
06.2014 - 08.2014
Student Teacher, 6th grade
Todd County Middle School
01.2013 - 05.2013
Student Teacher, 11th grade
Todd County Central High School
01.2013 - 05.2013
Paralegal Certifcate -
Kaplan Career Institute
Bachelor of Arts - English
Austin Peay State University
Bachelor of Science - Communications
Volunteer State Community College
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