Shanaya Khalil
Chicago
Summary
Dynamic paralegal with extensive experience at Taege Law Offices, excelling in legal research and document preparation. Proven ability to manage case files and deadlines effectively, while fostering strong client communication. Recognized for enhancing trial preparation processes and supporting attorneys in achieving favorable outcomes through meticulous case analysis and organization.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Paralegal
Hurst, Robin, Kay and Allen LLC
Chicago
11.2025 - Current
- Conducted legal research to support case preparation and trial strategies.
- Drafted and filed legal documents, ensuring compliance with court regulations.
- Managed case files, organizing evidence and documentation for attorney review.
- Assisted in discovery processes, including preparing interrogatories and requests for production.
- Communicated with clients to gather information and provide case updates efficiently.
- Coordinated schedules for depositions, hearings, and client meetings effectively.
- Reviewed contracts and agreements for accuracy and potential legal implications.
- Developed templates for standard legal documents, improving workflow efficiency across cases.
- Reduced attorney workload by drafting routine legal documents such as pleadings, motions, and affidavits.
- Managed scheduling of court calendars and deadlines to maintain smooth flow of firm operations.
Paralegal
Taege Law Offices
Chicago, Illinois
08.2025 - 11.2025
- Drafted legal documents and correspondence for diverse case types.
- Conducted research on legal precedents and relevant laws to support case preparation.
- Organized and maintained case files for efficient access to information.
- Assisted attorneys in trial preparation by compiling evidence and exhibits.
- Communicated with clients to gather information and provide case updates.
- Filed documents electronically with courts, managing deadlines effectively.
- Prepared summaries of depositions, interrogatories, and witness statements.
- Coordinated meetings among clients, attorneys, and external experts for case discussions.
- Created spreadsheets to track case information and deadlines.
- Entered data into and managed litigation databases and Excel spreadsheets.
- Collaborated with attorneys in all stages of litigation process.
Paralegal
Mevorah and Giglio Law Offices
Lombard, Illinois
01.2025 - 08.2025
- Conducted detailed client intakes and entered information into company database.
- Prepared legal briefs, motions, and pleadings.
- Assisted counsel in preparing answers, providing documentation, and information for discovery request.
- Conferred with clients and other involved parties to gather and track case information.
- Summarized depositions, legal documents and other material to provide attorney with relevant material for cases.
- Communicated with clients, opposing counsel and court personnel to keep all parties informed on case updates.
- Helped attorneys prepare for trial by organizing exhibits and calling on witnesses to testify at hearings.
- Maintained and updated organized client contact information to keep in touch with clients and provide updates on cases.
- Assisted in preparation of settlement proposals and agreements to help attorneys negotiate settlement in best interest of client.
- Edited and proofread legal documents to verify accuracy.
- Managed scheduling of court calendars and deadlines to maintain smooth flow of firm operations.
- Liaised with other paralegals and legal staff to complete common tasks on schedule.
- Communicated pertinent information to clients via phone, email, and mail.
- Researched statutes, decisions, legal articles, and codes.
- Assisted attorneys with reviewing and organizing witness reports.
- Contacted clients to schedule appointments and discuss progress of cases.
- Revised and finalized letters, briefs, and memos.
- Produced legal documents such as briefs, pleadings and appeals.
- Collaborated with attorneys to develop strategies for each case.
- Reviewed, edited and proofread litigation for proper grammar, spelling and punctuation.
- Wrote and filed pleadings on schedule to maximize case success.
- Researched and analyzed legal issues and cases to provide accurate advice to clients.
Legal Assistant
The Tax Appeal Company
06.2024 - 08.2025
- Handled office scheduling and made notes for deadlines, motions, and other important dates.
- Managed accounts and client records of clients, observing confidentiality, and extreme discretion.
- Responded to client inquiries, providing accurate legal advice and offering assistance.
- Generated leads to meet and exceed revenue goals by identifying new clients.
- Interviewed clients to obtain information relevant to cases.
- Created weekly, monthly, and quarterly expense reports.
General Manager
Planet Fitness
11.2021 - 02.2024
- Maximized operational excellence mentoring personnel on management principles, industry practices, and company procedures.
- Implemented operational strategies and effectively built customer and employee loyalty.
- Maximized efficiency by coaching and mentoring personnel on management principles, industry practices, company procedures, and technology systems.
- Drove year-over-year business growth while leading operations, strategic vision, and long-range planning.
- Managed budget implementations, employee evaluations, and contract details.
- Formulated policies and procedures to streamline operations.
Education
Certification - Paralegal Studies
DePaul University
Chicago, IL03.2025
Associate of Arts - Communications
Elgin Community College
Elgin, IL05.2020
High School Diploma -
Huntley High School
Huntley05.2018
Skills
- Case file organization
- Power of attorney
- Legal research skills
- Document filing
- Marital settlement agreements
- Exhibit preparation
- Civil law
- Civil litigation
- Motion drafting
- Document drafting
- Records management
- Administrative support
- Criminal law
- Attorney support
- Legal evaluation
- Documenting
- File pleadings
- Legal writing
- Client communication
- Office administration
- Document preparation
- Litigation support
- File organization
- Legal case files
- Case management
- Database research
- Legal research
- Deadline management
- Evidence organization
- Trial preparation
- Data entry
- Case summaries
- Proofreading
- Legal analysis
- Legal transcription
Languages
Hindi
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Paralegal
Hurst, Robin, Kay and Allen LLC
11.2025 - Current
Paralegal
Taege Law Offices
08.2025 - 11.2025
Paralegal
Mevorah and Giglio Law Offices
01.2025 - 08.2025
Legal Assistant
The Tax Appeal Company
06.2024 - 08.2025
General Manager
Planet Fitness
11.2021 - 02.2024
Certification - Paralegal Studies
DePaul University
Associate of Arts - Communications
Elgin Community College
High School Diploma -
Huntley High School