Amber Mitchell

Detail-oriented Litigation Assistant and aspiring Paralegal with experience supporting attorneys through litigation case management, court filings, legal document preparation, case-file maintenance, evidence organization, legal research, and trial preparation. Experienced in preparing and submitting pleadings through state-specific electronic filing systems, maintaining accurate case and account records, reviewing case materials, and supporting attorneys throughout litigation workflows.

Background includes both private law firm and District Attorney's Office experience, with exposure to criminal prosecution, courtroom procedures, evidentiary materials, witness statements, and case law research. Strong organizational, critical-thinking, communication, and deadline-management skills with the ability to manage multiple litigation priorities in deadline-driven legal environments.

Litigation Assistant at Zwicker & Associates P.C. (2026-01 – Present)

• Provide comprehensive litigation and legal administrative support to attorneys, assisting with case documentation, records management, court filings, and day-to-day litigation workflow.
• Prepare and process pleadings and other case-related documents for attorney review and filing.
• Coordinate and submit court filings through applicable state-specific electronic filing systems, ensuring documents are processed accurately and in accordance with established procedures.
• Maintain accurate electronic case files, account records, filing information, and case-status documentation using internal case-management software.
• Review and analyze assigned case and workflow information to ensure matters progress in accordance with attorney, client, and firm requirements.
• Assist attorneys with litigation case preparation by organizing documentation and maintaining case information necessary for efficient handling of assigned matters.
• Track case activity and update internal systems to maintain accurate and current litigation records.
• Communicate professionally with attorneys, clients, courts, outside parties, and internal team members regarding case-related and administrative matters.
• Support high-volume litigation operations while maintaining attention to detail, accuracy, confidentiality, and compliance with firm procedures.
• Prioritize multiple assignments and deadlines in a fast-paced, deadline-driven legal environment.

Legal Intern at Caddo Parish District Attorney's Office (2024-06 – 2025-12)

• Assisted prosecutors with criminal litigation and trial preparation, including organization and review of evidence, police reports, witness statements, and other case materials.
• Drafted and prepared legal documents and case summaries for attorney review.
• Conducted legal research involving statutes, case law, and other legal authorities to support prosecutorial decision-making and case preparation.
• Reviewed and summarized police reports and witness statements to identify relevant facts and information for pending criminal matters.
• Organized evidentiary materials and maintained case documentation to support efficient attorney review and courtroom preparation.
• Assisted with preparation of case materials for hearings, proceedings, and trial-related activities.
• Observed courtroom proceedings, attorney strategy discussions, and prosecution workflows to develop practical knowledge of litigation strategy, courtroom procedure, and trial practice.
• Supported attorneys with legal and administrative assignments while maintaining confidentiality and attention to detail.

Sales Lead at American Eagle Outfitters (2021-05 – 2022-08)

• Served in a leadership capacity as Leader on Duty and coordinated daily operational responsibilities in a high-volume environment.
• Communicated performance expectations and maintained accountability for organizational and service standards.
• Assigned responsibilities, monitored performance, and provided real-time coaching and direction to team members.
• Strengthened transferable skills in leadership, communication, conflict resolution, prioritization, customer service, and multitasking.

Co-Team Leader at AmeriCorps - JumpStart (2022-11 – Present)

• Support team operations and implementation of structured educational programming serving at-risk children.
• Assist with coordination, leadership, communication, and identification of individual participant needs and strengths.

Bachelor of Science in Chemistry – Howard University