BRITTANY DITTNER
Midlothian
Summary
Trusted Paralegal offering extensive legal skill set, proficiency in managing large caseloads and capacity to meet deadlines. Collects, organizes, analyzes and disseminates significant amounts of information with attention to detail and accuracy. Exercises independent judgment regarding legal and contractual matters within broadly defined practices and policies.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
2023
2023
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Workers Compensation Paralegal
McCandlish Holton
Richmond
11.2025 - Current
- Managed case files for workers' compensation claims and legal documents.
- Prepared legal documents and correspondence for attorney review and filing.
- Conducted research on workers' compensation laws and regulations.
- Assisted in the discovery process by gathering evidence and documentation.
- Provided support during trial preparation by compiling necessary materials.
- Reviewed and analyzed medical records and compiled evidence to support claims for Workers' Compensation benefits.
- Coordinated witness appearances at hearings or trials by sending subpoenas or arranging transportation.
- Compiled financial data pertaining to lost wages due to workplace injuries in order to calculate damages owed.
Paralegal
Smith Strong Law, PLC
06.2025 - 11.2025
- Conferred with clients and other involved parties to gather and track case information.
- Analyzed deeds of trust to verify grantor, grantee, trustee and loan amounts for executive leadership.
- Drafted documents such as contracts, wills, trusts, beneficiary designations related to estate planning services.
- Conducted research on relevant laws and regulations pertaining to estate planning matters.
- Compiled and filed legal documents related to estate planning.
- Assisted with estate planning activities such as trust formation, administration, tax filings and compliance requirements.
Human Resources Assistant Manager
1st Advantage FCU
05.2024 - 08.2024
- Successfully optimized recruitment efficiency and quality of hires, consistently exceeding expectations
- Analyzed intricate data, reconciled benefits, and instituted company-wide HR policies and procedures for enhanced standardization and staff compliance
- Assisted with annual budgeting process, providing insight into HR-related expenses such as staffing needs, benefit costs, and professional development opportunities.
Senior Human Resources Benefits Specialist
1st Advantage FCU
07.2023 - 05.2024
- Improved staff morale by implementing grade, salary and benefit programs in accordance with established standards.
- Checked employees' benefits enrollment for accuracy and inputted all data into Paylocity and Paycor.
- Contributed to the design of competitive compensation packages by analyzing market data and internal equity considerations.
- Managed annual open enrollment periods, ensuring seamless transitions between plan years for all employees.
- Conducted thorough audits of benefits programs to identify areas for improvement and cost savings opportunities.
IT TALENT ACQUISITION SPECIALIST
Ultimate Medical Academy
01.2023 - 07.2023
- Led end-to-end recruitment cycle, including job postings, candidate screening, offer negotiation, and onboarding assistance
- Spearheaded initiatives boosting candidate engagement
- Directed and coordinated a team of six external Account Managers during recruitment
GOVERNMENT IT RECRUITER
TEKsystems
05.2022 - 01.2023
- Formulated effective strategies for attracting elite IT professionals within the public sector
- Conducted reference checks, prepared offer letters, negotiated salaries
- Set record for first placements, surpassing office expectations
CORPORATE RECRUITER
The Retirement Income Store
12.2021 - 05.2022
- Managed recruitment, onboarding, and candidate screening for financial advisors and insurance agents
- Surpassed key performance metrics through effective call execution, email follow-ups, and appointment coordination
MORTGAGE BANKER
Rocket Mortgage
02.2021 - 12.2021
- Developed comprehensive financial plans while fostering client trust
- Proficient in assembling files and utilizing multiple systems
- Recognized as a top performer, consistently meeting client needs with accurate debt-to-income and loan-to-value estimations
SALES ASSOCIATE
Liberty Mutual
01.2019 - 01.2021
- Established and nurtured relationships with new business through marketing and quoting auto, home, umbrella, and life insurance policies via various carriers
- Cultivated strong partnerships with Nissan dealerships, negotiating and finalizing contracts with dealerships and brokers
- Provided expert guidance on insurance coverage using software systems
- Exceeded sales goals through precise underwriting of policies
Education
MBA - Business Administration
College of William And Mary
Williamsburg, VA 01.2023 - 03.2026
BA - Communication
University of Arizona
Tucson, AZSkills
- Document preparation
- Court filing procedures
- Medical record analysis
- Discovery requests
- Drafting pleadings
- Subpoena preparation
- Litigation support
- Billing systems and software
Timeline
Workers Compensation Paralegal
McCandlish Holton
11.2025 - Current
Paralegal
Smith Strong Law, PLC
06.2025 - 11.2025
Human Resources Assistant Manager
1st Advantage FCU
05.2024 - 08.2024
Senior Human Resources Benefits Specialist
1st Advantage FCU
07.2023 - 05.2024
MBA - Business Administration
College of William And Mary
01.2023 - 03.2026
IT TALENT ACQUISITION SPECIALIST
Ultimate Medical Academy
01.2023 - 07.2023
GOVERNMENT IT RECRUITER
TEKsystems
05.2022 - 01.2023
CORPORATE RECRUITER
The Retirement Income Store
12.2021 - 05.2022
MORTGAGE BANKER
Rocket Mortgage
02.2021 - 12.2021
SALES ASSOCIATE
Liberty Mutual
01.2019 - 01.2021
BA - Communication
University of Arizona