My efforts to extend my maternity leave...

So, I’ve been working for the City since December 2, 2009, but didn’t become an official employee until August 30, 2010.  The City hired me while I was still going to school and interning at the court and would not officially hire me until I finished my degree (which was done in August).  Because of this, I haven’t had much time to accumulate vacation, personal and sick days.  I do, however, get 6 weeks of short-term disability that I will towards my maternity leave, but I desperately want to take more than that.  In an effort to do this, I’ve been trying to save as much time as possible, by trying hard to not take any days off.  This has been challenging however, considering I have OB appointments, I’ve been sick with this upper respiratory infection and all of the accumulation of snow hasn’t helped with the commute out here.  To extend my efforts to earn money before, during and after maternity leave, I’ve posted a Craigslist ad and am trying to get it circulated in case anyone out there needs legal work.  Below is a copy of the ad, as well as a link. 

Paralegal/Legal Assistant looking to prepare documents for attorneys.

I am comfortable preparing and drafting pleadings on my own, filling out court forms, “ghost writing”, preparing demand letters, letters to the court and/or clients, enclosure letters, orders, motions, bankruptcy schedules, process service, etc.

I have worked as a legal assistant for 8 years and currently work for City Government. I am looking to work on the side at home or via remote access to earn additional income.

I have a Bachelor of Science Degree and an Associates of Business Degree, both of which were obtained via Legal Assistant/Paralegal Programs. Please contact me for a copy of my resume. I can also provide you with references, a link to my LinkedIn page, as well as copies of my degree and transcripts.

I have experience in the following areas:

• Bankruptcy
• Litigation
• Contracts
• General Civil & Criminal Proceedings
• Traffic Offenses
• Collection Matters
• Debt Negotiation/Resolution
• DUI Charges
• Family Law
• Probate

I consider myself

• Highly Motivated;
• A Self Starter;
• Detail Oriented;
• Organized; and
• Responsible

I am competent working under pressure and with deadlines. I possess great writing and editorial skills, in addition to excellent personal and phone skills. I type at about 80 words per minute.

Please contact me via email for more information or to discuss the above in greater detail.

http://detroit.craigslist.org/wyn/lgs/2199362290.html

http://www.linkedin.com/pub/rachel-greenshields/20/22A/158