i) Pedestrian Accident Settlement - Springfield, IL

Overview:

In this mock case, I assisted in preparing documentation and support materials for a personal injury matter involving a pedestrian accident at a designated crosswalk.

Problem:

The client suffered injuries after being hit by a motor vehicle and required structured medical records, expense summaries, and demand packages for settlement negotiations.

Solution:

• Organized medical records and bills
• Created a comprehensive demand letter package summarizing injuries and expenses
• Ensured all documents were formatted and attorney-ready

Outcome:
The matter was settled early without litigation, resulting in a $105,000 settlement, demonstrating how attorneys can save time and secure favorable results when supported by efficient legal VA systems.

Skills & Tools Used:
Legal document drafting • Medical record organization • Demand letter preparation • Trello • Clio

ii) Motorcycle Passenger Injury - Mombasa, Kenya

Overview:
This mock case involved a pillion passenger on a motorcycle who sustained injuries after being struck by a vehicle.

Problem:
The attorney needed a clear summary of liability, treatment history, and expenses to prepare a demand letter and support negotiations.

Solution:

• Drafted a liability analysis to establish driver fault
• Prepared a treatment chronology summarizing all hospital visits and bills
• Created a structured settlement package

Outcome:
Showcased how personal injury attorneys can reclaim 10+ hours of admin work per case when delegating documentation and settlement prep to a skilled VA.

Skills & Tools Used:
Legal research • Injury summaries • Drafting demand letters • Workflow automation • Trello, Clio Manage

iii) Child Custody Modification

Overview:
In this mock case, a mother sought to modify custody arrangements for her 8-year-old daughter due to concerns about the father’s relocation and the child’s declining academic performance.

Problem:
The attorney required a well-organized custody modification motion supported by affidavits and social evidence to present a compelling case.

Solution:

• Drafted an initial custody modification petition
• Compiled school reports and teacher communications into a single brief
• Organized affidavits from key witnesses supporting the mother’s claims

Outcome:
Demonstrated how attorneys benefit when routine drafting and evidence organization are delegated, ensuring better-prepared motions within shorter timelines.

Skills & Tools Used:
Family law drafting • Document preparation • Case strategy support • Asana • Google Workspace • PracticePanther

iv) Uncontested Divorce - Kenya

Overview:
This mock case involved an amicable divorce between spouses with no children and no property disputes.

Problem:
The attorney needed standardized documents and a properly formatted divorce petition filed promptly to finalize the separation.

Solution:

• Drafted an uncontested divorce petition
• Prepared a settlement agreement outlining separation terms
• Created a filing checklist for attorney review

Outcome:
Demonstrated my ability to handle straightforward family law matters efficiently, freeing attorneys to focus on more complex litigation.

Skills & Tools Used:
Divorce petitions • Settlement agreements • Workflow optimization • Trello • MyCase