Heidi E. Stonitsch

1111 Kensington Street, Shorewood, IL 60404 (815) 725-5080

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To secure a senior level paralegal position with supervisory responsibilities

OBJECTIVE

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SKILLS

• Microsoft Word; Lexis/Westlaw; LPS; Vendorscape; Lenstar; DataTree

• Capable of handling multiple tasks

• Orderly and systematic approach to work; well organized

• Attention to details and procedures

• Sets and follow logical priorities

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Title Abstractor / Real Estate-Bankruptcy Paralegal

EMPLOYMENT

Years Employed (4/01 – Present)

Codilis & Associates, P.C.

Burr Ridge, IL

• Review and analyze raw title search data to determine the defendants in the lawsuit.

• Review prior title policies in connection with resolving title defects.

• Decipher real estate tax information provided with title search.

• Examine legal descriptions and sidwells for discrepancies.

• Assist Attorneys in resolving title claims issues.

• Provide clients status information as necessary.

• Perform extensive research to determine the best address to serve the defendants.

• Coordinate with client the resolution of title defects.

• Follow up on missing documents with clients.

• Prepare Amended Complaint, if necessary.

• Responsible for being aware of all investor time frames in filing complaints. Time

frame requirements range from 1-20 days upon receipt of referral.

• Work with strict guidelines, i.e. FHLMC, FNMA and FHA file guidelines.

• Developed manual to work remotely.

Escrow Closer

First American Title Company

Years Employed (5/06 – 4/07)

Joliet, IL

• Coordinate transactions between buyers and sellers.

• Review all legal closing documents for accuracy.

• Schedule and preside over closing meetings.

• Disburse funds and provide all involved parties with completed financial documents.

• Compile data that’s included in the final closing cost transactions.

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BACHELOR OF ARTS, CRIMINAL/SOCIAL JUSTICE

EDUCATION

Lewis University, Romeoville, IL

Years Attended (9/97 – 5/99)

Dean’s List / GPA 3.50