amy yang

paralegal

About

I received my Bachelor's degree in Mass Communications with an emphasis in Public Relations and a minor in Art from Minnesota State University, Mankato. I received my ABA-approved Paralegal Certificate at North Hennepin Community College in May 2013. I am interested in working in any area of public relations or in legal services. I would like to see myself incorporating both my PR and paralegal skills together. Through my paralegal coursework, I have gained experience in legal research, drafting various documents, forms and legal memoranda. I am proficient in using Westlaw to perform research. I would consider my strengths to be my written and verbal communication skills, my high attention to detail and my ability to always be well organized. I am a quick learner with an enthusiastic attitude, who is willing to take initiative and work unsupervised.

Country

united states

City

minneapolis

Industry

law practice

Skill

legal research, legal writing, westlaw, legal memoranda, public relations, microsoft word, powerpoint, customer service, press releases, social media, event planning, social networking, social media marketing, blogging, media relations, marketing communications, marketing, microsoft office, ap style, facebook, advertising, indesign, editing

Experience

litigation paralegal

woods & thompson, p.a.

2013-2 - 2015-11 · 2 yrs 10 mos

* Independently managed all No-Fault files through the arbitration and litigation process * Drafted pleadings, discovery and prepared files for mediation and depositions * Prepared client files for upcoming arbitration hearings * Created comprehensive arbitration books for attorneys and arbitrators * Maintained a professional relationship with clients, insurance companies, and medical providers.

barista and team member

target

2011-1 - 2013-6 · 2 yrs 6 mos

Built instant rapport and provided enthusiastic service by utilizing invaluable interpersonal communication skills and worked under pressure to prepare beverages.

paralegal intern

usi building solutions

2012-8 - 2012-12 · 5 mos

Facilitated, updated, and renewed business and contractor licenses for nationwide branches under a strict deadline, as well as assisted in various human resource tasks.

communications intern

colon cancer coalition - get your rear in gear

2011-2 - 2011-6 · 5 mos

Created media contact lists and sent out pitch letters to major media outlets. Wrote a variety of articles for the Web site’s blog.

public relations intern

eye care for animals

2009-5 - 2009-7 · 3 mos

Reproduced and redesigned a variety of print advertising and assisted in the corporate Web site redesign; put together media kits and helped build relationships with new and existing clients that led to higher than expected referrals.

paralegal

heimerl & lammers

2015-11 - Present · 10 yrs 11 mos

Since 2001, the attorneys at Heimerl & Lammers have been helping Minnesotans in need of legal support. From bankruptcy, to workers' compensation, to family law, and everything in-between, there is no issue too challenging for our lawyers.The attorneys at Heimerl & Lammers understand that legal problems impact every area of life. We have the knowledge and experience to guide you through the legal process. Our attorneys are strong advocates who understand the needs of Minnesotans and can give you the individualized attention that you need.