Makalah Garner
Denver
Summary
Emerging paralegal with hands-on legal experience and expertise in case research, filing, and documentation using legal software. Proven ability to support ADA and EEOC-related complaints, navigate public records, and draft effective client filings. Committed to delivering immediate value to legal teams while pursuing professional growth with integrity and precision.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Founder & Legal Consultant
Donna Forte Consulting Group, LLC
01.2023 - Current
- Researched ADA, employment claims; supported filings with CORA/FOIA evidence.
- Drafted complaints and tracked systemic issues for advocacy briefs.
- Policy Advocate – Clayton Early Learning / CCAP Reform | 2024–Present
- Created legislative briefs and coordinated testimony for childcare reform.
- Translated public data into policy strategies for advocacy partners.
Sleep Lab Specialist
Children’s Hospital Colorado
01.2022 - Current
- Maintained HIPAA-compliant records; prepared interdisciplinary reports.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Paralegal Studies
Arapahoe Community College
Littleton, CO05.2026
Skills
- Legal research and document retrieval
- CORA and FOIA requests
- Case file analysis
- Regulatory compliance and advocacy
- Legal software proficiency
- Microsoft Office and Google Workspace
- Public speaking and consulting
- Policy advocacy and legislative drafting
- HIPAA compliance
- Interdisciplinary collaboration
- Effective communication skills
- Strategic planning
- Project management strategies
- Process improvement initiatives
- Legal compliance expertise
- Start-up operations management
Certification
- Colorado Notary Commission (Pending 2025)
- Clio University Certificate
- Registered Polysomnographic Technologist (BRPT)
References
References available upon request.
Community Service
Rose Andom Center, Advocate, 2023, Present, Former VOICES board member contributing to survivor-informed policy work.
Timeline
Founder & Legal Consultant
Donna Forte Consulting Group, LLC
01.2023 - Current
Sleep Lab Specialist
Children’s Hospital Colorado
01.2022 - Current
Associate of Applied Science - Paralegal Studies
Arapahoe Community College
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