Lisa Griffith

Passionate Paralegal with over 15 years of experience in a variety of legal settings seeks to extend her skills and further her career in a new environment. Proficient in document preparation with a strong understanding of legal language, principles, and case management. Possesses a history of managing large caseloads efficiently.

Detail-oriented and willing to go above and beyond to provide client satisfaction and acquire new skills. Areas of expertise include but are not limited to personal injury and subrogation law.

Paralegal/Assistant to Jamie L. Sheller, Esquire - Sheller, P.C. - Philadelphia, PA

(2010-04 - 2017-12)

• Managed product liability, defective medical device, personal injury, motor vehicle, and slip-and-fall accident cases from inception through case resolution.
• Prepared and mailed sign-up packages to potential clients.
• Ordered medical records, billing records, and police reports.
• Reviewed and indexed medical records and billing records.
• Prepared Specials and handled Lien resolutions.
• Drafted Demand Statements, correspondence, and legal documents for attorney review and prepared for final delivery to appropriate parties.
• Organized case files by maintaining filing systems, photocopying documents, and scanning records.
• Monitored cases to ensure timely compliance with court orders and deadlines.
• Maintained contact with clients regarding case updates and to obtain imperative information while updating database to reflect the same.

Paralegal - The Law Offices of Stewart C. Crawford & Associates - Media, PA

(2004-08 - 2011-09)

• Concentrated on insurance subrogation & complex product liability, negligence/tort actions, and motor vehicle accidents.
• Assisted a staff of attorneys and paralegals with insurance subrogation cases from inception to disposition.
• Independently managed a case load of approximately 200 files, both manually and electronically.
• Drafted and filed legal complaints, pleadings, correspondence, motions, and discovery requests and responses.
• Completed service of process follow-up.
• Investigated facts and law of cases to determine cause of action and to prepare cases.
• Reviewed, summarized files, and gathered information in preparation for suit.
• Scheduled court appearances, arbitrations, and depositions.
• Maintained extensive client contact.
• Managed office projects.
• Performed basic maintenance and IT for office computer network.

Shift Manager - Premier Foods (Wendy's) - Glenolden, PA

(2001-06 - 2005-08)

• Exceeded corporate standards and was propelled to a management position from an entry-level position.
• Managed a staff of employees, completed labor reports, counted inventory, and prepared bank deposits.
• Made sure each shift ran in accordance with company standards and protocols.

Associate Degree in Science - Delaware County Community College (2008-01)

High School Diploma - Ridley High School (2002-05)