Jennifer Ojiaka

Legal Assistant

Law • Tiempo completo

Jan 2026 - Apr 2026 • 3 mos

Provided comprehensive legal and administrative support at The Potter Law Group, ensuring smooth case management, deadline compliance, and accurate client file maintenance. Managed attorney calendars, monitored court deadlines, scheduled hearing preparation sessions, mediation sessions, and maintained consistent communication with clients regarding upcoming hearings, case updates, and required documentation. Regularly contacted clients to obtain missing or incomplete information relating to Financial Information Statements (FIS), Inventory & Appraisement (I&A), Exhibits, and other case-related documents. Conducted follow-up calls to clarify vague or incomplete client submissions to ensure accuracy in court filings and supporting documentation. Prepared exhibits, exhibit lists, and court-ready documents using Adobe Acrobat, including marking and pre-marking exhibits for hearings and mediations. Assisted with drafting and redrafting legal documents, including Proposed Disposition of Issues and revised I&A documents. Handled document distribution to court clerks, mediators, opposing counsel, and self-represented parties, ensuring timely service and compliance with procedural requirements. Maintained communication with court clerks regarding court dates, procedural clarifications, and filing-related matters. Utilized Clio Manage daily to maintain organized and up-to-date case files, monitor compliance requirements, track deadlines, document case activity, and ensure all pleadings, exhibits, and supporting documents were properly categorized within the CRM system. Documented all client communications through Microsoft Outlook and maintained detailed client notes within Clio to ensure accurate case tracking and continuity across the legal team. Also maintained detailed records of court proceedings and case developments so attorneys and staff could quickly assess the status of any assigned matter.