The Virtual ParalegalAlternative Office Staffing Solutions for Attorneys and  Law Firms

Dawn M. Draper, Paralegal Experience

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Paralegal/Leasing Specialist

• Legal research and writing
• Site acquisition leasing
• Draft telecommunications leases in negotiations
• Direct landlord communication
• Site acquisition field agent
• Title review
• Site acquisition ring mapping

Law Firms
Paralegal

• Legal research and writing
• Litigation
• Criminal law
• Family law
• Contract law
• Collections
• Personal injury
• Probate
• Guardianship - Conservatorship
• Retirement Disability / ERISA
• Appeals
• Draft motions and briefs
• Draft Appellate and Supreme Court briefs
• Interview clients
• Trial court experience
• Independently handle client files under attorney supervision
• Summarize medical transcripts
• Summarize deposition transcripts
• Trial preparation and attendance at court with attorney

Oil and Gas Industry
Paralegal/Leasing

• Draft Oil and Gas Leases
• Draft Right-of-Way Roadway Easements
• Filing with Register of Deeds
• DEQ and Regulations
• Title Reivew

Freelance Web Design
Web Designer

• Design mid-level to more complex business web sites
• Custom graphic logo design
• Ecommerce shopping carts
• Business forums
• Photo galleries
• Internet business marketing
• One on one interaction with clientele to design for their specific needs
• Certified Search Engine Optimization

EDUCATION

Northwestern Michigan College, Traverse City, Michigan

• Associates in Applied Science
• Legal assisting certificate
• Web design

Davenport University, Traverse City, Michigan

• Bachelor of Science
• ABA Accredited Certificate in paralegal studies

SKILLS

WordPerfect, Microsoft Word, Microsoft Publisher, Microsoft Access, Microsoft Excel, Timeslips, PowerPoint, Adobe Photoshop, Dreamweaver, Fireworks, graphic design, web site design, typing skills of 65-70 wpm, legal drafting, extensive legal research and writing, work independently on files, great communication and organizational skills, three-years experience in the oil and gas industry, experience in leasing for wireless telecommunications and great attention to detail. 

VOLUNTEER

1997 – 2009           Traverse City Little League
                                  Volunteer for the Traverse City Little League

1996 - Present       Cherry Festival Ambassador
                                  Active Ambassador for the National Cherry Festival

2000 – 2006           Grand Traverse Area Legal Professionals
2002 – 2003           Grand Traverse Volunteer Probation Officer
                                  Volunteer for the juvenile probation program