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JESSICA S. POTTER

BENTONVILLE

Summary

Detail-oriented Paralegal recognized for exceptional productivity and efficient task completion. Expertise in settlements, document drafting, and case management enhances support in legal proceedings. Strong communication, organizational, and time management skills facilitate seamless operations within legal teams. Dedicated to continuous professional development and contributing to team success.

Overview

11
11
years of professional experience

Work History

Entry Level Paralegal

Gordon Rees Scully Mansukhani, LLP
San Francisco
10.2024 - Current
  • Assist senior paralegals and attorneys in managing settlement processes by requesting and tracking settlement funds
  • Communicate directly with clients, opposing counsel, to facilitate the surrender process
  • Review and prepare documents related to the surrender process, including settlement agreements, release forms, and necessary compliance paperwork
  • Maintain accurate records of fund requests and monitor the progress of settlements to ensure they are completed within agreed-upon timeframes
  • Communicate with clients to obtain necessary information and provide updates on the status of settlement funds
  • Research legal guidelines and industry standards to ensure compliance during the surrender process and settlement fund requests
  • Drafted responses to discovery requests and assisted with preparing interrogatories, requests for admission, and requests for production of documents
  • Managed case timelines, including deadlines for discovery, motions, and settlements, ensuring no missed deadlines
  • Utilized electronic filing systems to submit legal documents in compliance with state and federal court requirements

Case Assistant

Gordon Rees Scully Mansukhani, LLP
San Francisco
10.2022 - 10.2024
  • Manage and maintain complex calendars for multiple attorneys, ensuring all court dates, depositions, meetings, and deadlines are properly scheduled and communicated
  • Coordinate with clients, courts, and other legal professionals to confirm dates and appointments, avoiding scheduling conflicts
  • Prepare and maintain case files, ensuring all relevant documents are filed on time and easily accessible
  • Assist with the preparation and filing of legal documents with courts, including motions, petitions, and discovery materials
  • Use legal case management software to track case progress and ensure that deadlines are met for each case

Billing Representative II

J.B. Hunt Transport, Inc.
Lowell
08.2018 - 10.2022
  • Edited and reviewed bills of lading to ensure accuracy of shipment details, pricing, and terms
  • Audited all billing records to identify and resolve discrepancies, ensuring invoices were correct and compliant with company policies
  • Utilized ERP and billing software to process and track invoices, ensuring timely payments and accurate record-keeping

Operations Supervisor

J.B. Hunt Transport, Inc.
Lowell
08.2014 - 08.2018
  • Supervised and provided day-to-day support to the Invoicing and Payroll teams, ensuring accurate and timely processing of invoices and payrolls in accordance with company policies and regulatory standards
  • Monitored team performance, provided coaching and training to junior staff, and ensured continuous process improvement

Education

High School Diploma -

Concord High School
Concord
06-1996

Skills

  • Settlement Fund Management
  • Drafting and Reviewing Settlement Agreements
  • Discovery Management
  • Document Drafting and Review
  • State and federal court e-filing
  • Case Management and Organization
  • Client Relations and Communication
  • Legal Compliance and Ethics
  • Attention to detail
  • Time Management and Deadline Compliance
  • Billing and invoicing
  • Data Entry Proficiency
  • Document management
  • Calendar management

Languages

Spanish
Elementary

Timeline

Entry Level Paralegal

Gordon Rees Scully Mansukhani, LLP
10.2024 - Current

Case Assistant

Gordon Rees Scully Mansukhani, LLP
10.2022 - 10.2024

Billing Representative II

J.B. Hunt Transport, Inc.
08.2018 - 10.2022

Operations Supervisor

J.B. Hunt Transport, Inc.
08.2014 - 08.2018

High School Diploma -

Concord High School
JESSICA S. POTTER