I’m a detail-oriented legal support professional with over a decade of experience assisting partners and attorneys in medical malpractice and commercial litigation. I excel at coordinating case files, drafting and filing court documents, and managing calendars across multiple time zones to keep teams on schedule. I’m passionate about turning complex information into clear memos, presentations, and client communications, and I enjoy building efficient processes that help teams work smarter. Beyond law, I’ve mentored junior staff, taught as a substitute teacher, and led teams at ReachLocal. I’m enthusiastic about producing well-organized documentation and engaging client communications, and I’m always looking for ways to improve workflows and support collaborative success.

Vera Leann Brumley

I’m a detail-oriented legal support professional with over a decade of experience assisting partners and attorneys in medical malpractice and commercial litigation. I excel at coordinating case files, drafting and filing court documents, and managing calendars across multiple time zones to keep teams on schedule. I’m passionate about turning complex information into clear memos, presentations, and client communications, and I enjoy building efficient processes that help teams work smarter. Beyond law, I’ve mentored junior staff, taught as a substitute teacher, and led teams at ReachLocal. I’m enthusiastic about producing well-organized documentation and engaging client communications, and I’m always looking for ways to improve workflows and support collaborative success.

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I’m a detail-oriented legal support professional with over a decade of experience assisting partners and attorneys in medical malpractice and commercial litigation. I excel at coordinating case files, drafting and filing court documents, and managing calendars across multiple time zones to keep teams on schedule. I’m passionate about turning complex information into clear memos, presentations, and client communications, and I enjoy building efficient processes that help teams work smarter.

Beyond law, I’ve mentored junior staff, taught as a substitute teacher, and led teams at ReachLocal. I’m enthusiastic about producing well-organized documentation and engaging client communications, and I’m always looking for ways to improve workflows and support collaborative success.

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Language

English
Fluent

Work Experience

Legal Assistant at Schell Cooley Ryan Campbell LLP
August 1, 2014 - April 1, 2025
Assist senior and associate attorneys in medical malpractice and commercial litigation from claim stage through lawsuit, trial, and settlement. Organize and coordinate document production (paper and electronic). Draft and electronically file pleadings, including appellate briefs in Texas Courts of Appeals and various Circuit Courts of Appeals. Prepare and format pleadings, discovery, and trial documents; manage correspondences to court clerks, Original Answers, deposition notices, subpoenas, affidavits, discovery requests/responses, pre-trial and settlement documents. Proofread documents, organize exhibits, and create indices for motions. Maintain attorney calendars for depositions, hearings, client conferences, and other executive assistant duties. Arrange travel and reimbursements; act as liaison between attorneys and outside agencies for depositions, hearings, trials, transcript orders, and records requests.
Substitute Teacher / Teacher in Training / Teacher at Academy Independent School District
September 1, 2020 - October 1, 2021
Substitute teaching for multiple subjects (Grades 6-8); completed teacher certification hours for Grade 6 Math, created curriculum and lesson plans for algebra and geometry; after-school tutoring and extracurricular supervision (theatre, physical education, choir). Gained experience working with students from Pre-K to Grade 8, with emphasis in junior high.
Team Lead, IMR at ReachLocal, Inc.
February 1, 2013 - August 1, 2014
Managed calendars for multiple outside sales reps; conducted 60+ client calls daily to expand books of business; drafted, reviewed, and finalized online marketing contracts; trained new employees; collaborated with Sales Manager and Executive Management; assisted customers over the phone; developed and implemented best practices.

Education

Paralegal Certification at SAM HOUSTON STATE UNIVERSITY
January 1, 2016 - January 10, 2026
Bachelor of Arts, Journalism and Strategic Communications at UNIVERSITY OF NORTH TEXAS
January 1, 2009 - January 1, 2011
Associates Degree, Theatre and General Studies at HOWARD COLLEGE
January 1, 2008 - January 1, 2009
Certification for Excellence in Acting on Film at NEW YORK CONSERVATORY FOR DRAMATIC ARTS
January 1, 2006 - January 1, 2008
Paralegal Certification at Sam Houston State University
January 1, 2016 - January 19, 2026
Bachelor of Arts, Journalism and Strategic Communications at University of North Texas
January 1, 2009 - January 1, 2011
Associates Degree, Theatre and General Studies at Howard College
January 1, 2008 - January 1, 2009
Certification for Excellence in Acting on Film at New York Conservatory for Dramatic Arts
January 1, 2006 - January 1, 2008

Qualifications

Notary Public
January 1, 2016 - January 10, 2026
Teaching Certification, State of Texas (Grade 4-12)
January 1, 2020 - January 10, 2026
Paralegal Certification
January 1, 2018 - January 10, 2026
Notary Public, State of Texas
January 1, 2016 - January 19, 2026
Teaching Certification, Grade 4-12
January 1, 2020 - January 19, 2026

Industry Experience

Professional Services, Education, Media & Entertainment