Matthew V.

About Matthew V.

Analytical and detail-oriented Legal Assistant/Paralegal with a background in personal injury law, discovery processes, and legal drafting. Skilled in case management, medical records retrieval, and subpoena preparation. Adept at managing high-volume caseloads, liaising between attorneys, clients, and court personnel, and ensuring efficient litigation support. Proficient in legal research and e-filing in both state and federal courts. Experienced in public record searches, discovery production, and subpoena preparation. Recognized for precision, efficiency, and the ability to streamline legal and contractual processes while supporting attorneys and contract managers.CORE COMPETENCIESCase Management | Legal Document Drafting | Pleadings & Motions | Discovery Coordination | Medical RecordsLitigation Support | Legal Research | Deposition Scheduling | HIPAA Compliance | Process Coordination Docketing & Scheduling | Client Communication | Court Correspondence | Subpoena & Judgement ProcessingPersonal Injury Case Support | Settlement Preparation | Data & Case Management | Trial PreparationWestlaw & Legal Research Tools | Contract & NDA Administration | E-Filing (Odyssey, PACER)TECHNICAL SKILLS Odyssey | Pacer | JST CollectMax | Ariba | Litify | Westlaw | Nuance/Kofax PDF | Microsoft Suite

Experience

1. Legal Assistant

   MANDARICH LAW GROUP, LLP

   May 2024 — Present · Chicago, IL, US

   Prepare, file, and track lawsuits, motions, wage garnishments, and liens, ensuring timely case progression • Draft, review, and generate legal documents and pleadings with precision using JST CollectMax, streamlining case management and documentation processes• Oversee service of process for over 300 defendants, liaising with sheriff offices and court clerks to ensure proper and timely delivery of complaints and summonses • Manage complex docketing responsibilities, tracking case-related deadlines, court appearances, and filing requirements while coordinating with multiple departments to maintain procedural accuracy• Independently handle Nebraska state cases, overseeing scheduling, filings, and procedural compliance • Analyze and generate reports on served defendants, initiate default judgments when applicable, and conduct detailed case inventory reviews to optimize file documentation

Education

• Roosevelt University

  ABA Approved Paralegal Certificate Program, Law

• University of St. Francis

  Bachelor of Arts - BA, Political Science