Background

Gretchen is a well skilled Paralegal with over ten years of experience working as a Paralegal, 15 plus years of experience working as a Receptionist and nearly 20 years of experience working in Customer Service. Gretchen is known for her attention to detail, strong research skills, and ability to work well under pressure. She is proficient at drafting legal documents, managing case files, and organizing complex legal information. Gretchen is also well-versed in technology, able to quickly learn and adapt, making her an invaluable asset to any legal team. Gretchen is also known for bringing positivity and encouragement to the workplace, which improves the working environment overall. In her free time, Gretchen enjoys a variety of social events including dungeons and dragons, pirate camping, karaoke, and stand-up comedy. She enjoys reading, music, movies, dancing, and helping her friends and family. Gretchen is a valued professional with her passion for the community that sets her apart.

Job experience

• October 2024 - May 2025
  Paralegal
  Johnston Law Firm
  

  Portland, OR, USA

  Personal Injury Paralegal for two attorneys focusing on catastrophic injury claims. Duties would include ensuring the claims are opened with the various insurance agencies (auto, health, workers' comp), work with clients and their providers, draft demands, draft complaints, ask for policy limits settlements, discovery, resolve any liens or outstanding bills, and communicate with all parties involved through every step of the claim.

• August 2014 - January 2020
  Legal Assistant
  Heiling Dwyer
  

  Portland, OR, USA

  Personal Injury Paralegal for one attorney focusing on personal injury claims including ORS 20.080. Duties would include ensuring the claims are opened with the various insurance agencies (auto, health, workers' comp), work with clients and their providers, draft demands, draft complaints, discovery, resolve any liens or outstanding bills, and communicate with all parties involved through every step of the claim.

Education

• Ashmead College
  Massage Therapy
  

  2006 - 2007

  Trade school for learning how to become a massage therapist to treat patients with a variety of health concerns including business practices, patient care, and self care.
• North Salem High School
  High School Diploma
  

  1998 - 2000

  Transfer from my freshman year in an out-of-town school to North Salem High School. Fulfilled the requirements to graduate with my classmates with focus on the arts and a senior project.