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Dakota Black

Summary

Professional with strong background in legal support, equipped to handle variety of tasks in fast-paced environment. Expertise in legal research, document management, and case preparation, ensuring accuracy and compliance. Known for effective team collaboration and adaptability, always focused on achieving results and meeting deadlines. Strong organizational skills and proactive approach to problem-solving make for reliable asset.

Overview

2025
2025
years of professional experience

Work History

Corporate Paralegal

Walgreens
11.2021 - Current
  • Responsible for providing assistance in reviewing and preparing legal documents, and determining HIPAA compliance and release of information
  • Oversees the HIPAA disclosure database
  • Provides customer service for incoming calls and handles escalated calls
  • Responsible for submitting requirements for documents to Manager for review
  • Notifies Service Provider to produce required documents accordingly
  • Ensures correct preparation of response to requestors, including the service invoice
  • Acts as coordinator between Custodian of Records and the Legal department and Privacy Office area
  • Negotiates with attorneys to avoid court appearances of pharmacists and gives telephone depositions if applicable
  • Supports Custodian of Records Manager in the formulation of new strategies and ventures relating to Custodian of Records
  • Interacts with lawyers, paralegals, record companies, oversight entities

Victim/Witness Advocate

Vermilion County State's Attorneys Office
  • Provide direct services; crisis intervention, information/referral, and advocacy to victims and/or witnesses of crimes
  • Felony and misdemeanor cases with emphasis on domestic violence, violation of orders of protection, crimes against children, crimes against the elderly, sexual abuse, and battery
  • Assist crime victims with victim compensation pursuant to 740 ILCS 45/6.1 through the Attorney General's Office
  • Assist crime victims with court process and victim impact statements for the purpose of court
  • Assist with general office duties and other related duties as assigned by the State's Attorney
  • Handled crisis situations effectively by utilizing de-escalation techniques whenever necessary.
  • Empowered clients through education about their rights as victims or witnesses within the criminal justice system.

Lead Paralegal

Office of Attorney Macklyn Smith


  • Review investigative reports, testimonies, interviews, files, and documents for a variety of civil/criminal cases to become familiar with the issues while identifying pertinent material
  • Interacting with lawyers, paralegals, records companies, oversight entities
  • Review a wide variety of documents both legal and non-legal documents to include: motions and briefs as well as a variety of legal correspondence
  • Enhanced case efficiency by streamlining processes and managing complex litigation matters.
  • Increased overall team productivity by coordinating tasks, schedules, and deadlines for multiple attorneys.
  • Served as a key resource for junior paralegals, offering guidance on best practices for research, drafting, and filing procedures.
  • Optimized workflow efficiency within the legal team by implementing advanced software tools for time tracking and document management.
  • Supported successful case results with thorough investigations into facts, evidence, and legal precedents.
  • Managed high-stakes caseloads while consistently meeting tight deadlines under pressure-filled environments.
  • Streamlined discovery processes, resulting in more efficient document review and analysis.

Manager

Spring Street Studios
  • Developed strong relationships with clients, leading to repeat business and referrals.
  • .Coordinated logistics for off-site photo shoots including location scouting, permitting acquisition, travel arrangements.
  • Managed multiple concurrent assignments effectively while adhering to strict deadlines.
  • Streamlined workflow for increased efficiency by implementing advanced editing software and techniques.
  • .Maximized profits by offering additional services such as custom framing solutions resulting in increased revenue streams.
  • .Improved studio aesthetics by redesigning the layout which resulted in higher client satisfaction during photo sessions.
  • Organized photoshoot schedules, coordinating with clients, models, and stylists to ensure smooth operations.
  • Collaborated with marketing teams to create visually striking promotional materials for company use.

Education

PARALEGAL CERTIFICATE -

UNIVERSITY OF GEORGIA, CENTER FOR LEGAL STUDIES

HIGH SCHOOL DIPLOMA -

MONROE AREA HIGH SCHOOL

Skills

  • Proficient in MS office
  • Case management
  • Administrative support
  • Research and data collection
  • Attorney support
  • Trial preparation assistance
  • File and records management
  • Litigation support
  • Database research
  • Discovery management
  • Compliance monitoring
  • Legal research skills

Timeline

Corporate Paralegal

Walgreens
11.2021 - Current

HIGH SCHOOL DIPLOMA -

MONROE AREA HIGH SCHOOL

Victim/Witness Advocate

Vermilion County State's Attorneys Office

Lead Paralegal

Office of Attorney Macklyn Smith

Manager

Spring Street Studios

PARALEGAL CERTIFICATE -

UNIVERSITY OF GEORGIA, CENTER FOR LEGAL STUDIES

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