Jeffrey M. Vien

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Montclair, CA 91763

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jmv23 AT email DOT com

Objective

Experienced Paralegal seeks a position within a corporate legal department where a working knowledge of legal terminology, general law, and legal proceedings pertaining to the following case types will be fully utilized and expanded: Civil Litigation ---- Corporation ---- Intellectual Property ----- Immigration ---- Wills & Estates

Skills

Detail-oriented with superior research, investigative and writing skills.
Excellent interpersonal and administrative skills in a team environment, while retaining the ability to work independently.
Effective in management of time and tasks.
Proficient in all features of Microsoft Office including Word, Excel, Powerpoint and Outlook, as well as comparable features of Wordperfect Office Suite.
Proficient in AbacusLaw and PerfectLaw office/case management software, as well as Sage TimeSlips.
Skilled in Westlaw and LexisNexis research.
Comprehensive knowledge of local and federal rules and procedures.

Experience
Law Offices of A. Justin Lum	Pasadena, CA
Lead Paralegal	November, 2008 - Present
Drafting, revision and preparation of legal documents such as briefs, pleadings, appeals, and discovery responses. Computerized and law library research and analysis of law sources such as statutes, recorded judicial decisions, legal articles, treaties, constitutions and legal codes for use by attorneys. Coordinate multifaceted office functions including office and court calendar management, management of case files and execution of dated correspondence. Liaison between attorneys, clients, law firms, and government agencies. Drafting, revision and preparation of corporate documents such as articles of organization, corporate books, transfer agreements, dissolutions and retainer agreements. Preparation of exhibits and other demonstrative evidence for use at trial.

Law Offices of Albert C. Lum	Pasadena, CA
Immigration Paralegal	September, 2009 - Present
Liaison between attorneys, clients, law firms, and government agencies. Drafting and preparation of immigration documents including asylum applications, supplemental documents, and employer/relative petitions. Computerized and law library research and analysis of law sources such as statutes, recorded judicial decisions, legal articles, treaties, constitutions and legal codes for use by attorneys. Drafting, revision and preparation of legal documents such as 9th Circuit and Board of Immigration Appeals briefs and motions. Coordinate multifaceted office functions including office and court calendar management, management of client case files and execution of dated correspondence.

Alta Dena Dairy	408 W. Foothill Blvd.
Retail Manager	May, 2005 - Present
Now part-time position entails overseeing small store, including management of inventory, employee schedule, customer relations, and daily sales. Began as a retail clerk.

Education
California State Polytechnic University Pomona	Pomona, CA
B.A., History	June, 2007
Dean's List, History Club, Badminton Club

Pasadena City College	Pasadena, CA
Paralegal Certificate (ABA Certified)	In Progess -- exp. May, 2011
Phi Alpha Delta Law Fraternity, Paralegal Studies Association

References Available Upon Request