LEWIS T. BEMAN-COLUMBUS, OH

LEWIS T. BEMAN-Columbus, OH

PROFESSIONAL INFORMATION
I bring to the table over 30 years as a professional, 25 of those as a research scientist in product development for a large, multinational pharmaceutical manufacturer. During my last 12 years with this company, my major responsibilities were in the area of project management as the developer and operator of a company intranet / database covering all product development projects at their Columbus, Ohio location. In my daily activities, I was continually involved in communication with people throughout the company in all major operations such as laboratories, regulatory affairs, operations, and upper management. I developed and presented a training program on sound project management practices and use of the information in the intranet site, for all involved employees, including the company president. I am very much a “people person” and enjoy developing or implementing a product or service that will meet short- or long term needs in their lives.

In 2007 my employer offered me early retirement as part of a major restructuring of personnel and payroll. During this time I had also developed an avid interest in legal work, and decided that my “next career” would be in legal services. In 2008 I obtained a post-baccalaureate certificate as a paralegal from Columbus State Community College, maintaining a 4.0 GPA throughout the program. It was invigorating to me to have returned to school and to “show my stuff” in classes with my mostly younger classmates. The material generally came easy to me, and often I found myself coaching other students in the context of small study groups. I was also a trustee in the Student Paralegal Association at Columbus State.

As I have already suggested, I am oriented to providing service that will make a difference for the betterment in people’s lives. My wife of 35 years and I determined that whatever new career I took up would not merely emphasize making money, but would also, maybe primarily, bring blessing to individuals that are in deep crisis. A natural for me is those who, perhaps through job loss, marital breakup, or serious health issues, need legal services to help them put their financial lives back together as in bankruptcy. Two paralegal internships with solo practitioners, advice from my academic advisor, plus a sense of calling, convinced me that this was my field. The opportunity to serve as a virtual bankruptcy assistant / paralegal enables me to meet a definite need providing attorneys with timely, accurate petitions for their clients. It also is a good fit for me due to personal health and family needs.

I have attained NAVBA certification after 6 months of training and practice preparing Chapter 7 petitions. I am fully engaged in the learning process, currently attending a 2-day workshop in marketing and Chapter 13 preparation, and planning to obtain ABJA certification later in 2010. As a paralegal, I am willing to offer services not only in the preparation of petitions, but also in client intake and follow-through up to petition filing, and preparation/support for the 341 meeting as the attorney has need. Service(s) to be provided will be determined for each attorney as he/she prefers to manage his/her cases.

My education consists of a Bachelor of Science in Zoology and a Master of Science in Food Science from the Ohio State University.

PERSONAL INFORMATION
I have been married for 35 years to the love of my life, have 3 married daughters, and 4 grandchildren, who, as they say, are more fun than children. My other passions are working with international ministries at our local church; and gardening, especially growing about 100 orchids for showing and selling.

ATTORNEYS:

You can contact Lewis at:
614-208-5490

You can also visit the NSVBA Exhibit Table at the NACBA Convention
April 29-May 2, 2010 and pick up Lewis' business card and a chance to
win a Raffle Prize submitted by Lewis.

Thank you Lewis.

National Society of Virtual Bankruptcy Assistants, LLC

Our first year.

I can't believe it.

We've had quite a year too!

But before I go on, I want to thank the members of NSVBA for their continued support.

This is a great group of professionals whose work is being recognized nationwide by a number of attorneys who work with them.

The members of NSVBA provide mentoring and support to their fellow members. Our most seasoned members have been preparing petitions since before BAPCPA of 2005. Most have been trained specifically under BAPCPA of 2005.

We have assisted new and seasoned attorneys run their law firms efficiently since 2005 and before.

This past year, we attended the NACBA 17th Annual Convention in Chicago, IL and the Fall Workshop in Tucson, AZ. As an Exhibitor at these events, the members of NSVBA give away fabulous Raffle Prizes to the attorneys in attendance.

If you're an attorney, why not stop by our Exhibit Table while you're in San Francisco April 29th through May 2nd?

If you're a Paralegal or Legal Support Staff attending the NACBA Convention, be sure to stop by as well for a chance to win a raffle prize. This year, NSVBA will have a seperate "fish bowl" for Legal Support staff.

The NSVBA website has undergone quite a few changes as well.

As part of the new membership benefits, NSVBA now offers a 5 Page website and Monthly Teleconferences. We continue to provide Topic Specific Webinars and Webinar Training in Petition Preparation. Another benefit is the Private GoogleGroup, VBANation. At VBANation, the members mentor each other in petition preparation.

Our members have also attended the Annual Conference and Training provided by the ABJA (Association of Bankruptcy Judicial Assistants). This year, the Conference will be held in New Orleans, LA.

Thank you to all the attorneys who utilize the services of a Virtual Bankruptcy Assistant. Our services provide support even when you have a full time staff. We step in to help during those crucial times such as leave of absence, vacations, etc.

For the solo practitioner, you have a staff when you need one without the overhead. It's a win-win. Even when you're ready to build your law firm with a full time staff, you know we're there to fill in if ever needed or continue to work with you as part of your full time staff.

If you would like to know more about NSVBA, drop me a line at info@nsvba.com for more information.

Thank you,

Vikki Watanabe
President
National Society of Virtual Bankruptcy Assistants, LLC
2100 C West Redondo Beach Blvd. #34
Torrance, CA 90504
866-678-8411

www.nsvba.com
vikki@nsvba.com
info@nsvba.com

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Featured VBA-Natalyn Jeffries- Humble, TX

PROFESSIONAL BACKGROUND

Natalyn Jeffries knows what lawyers want. Having worked as a
secretary and paralegal in the legal industry for more than 25 years,
she is very knowledgeable about the processes of a law firm. Her
legal background began in Chicago in 1981 where she worked in a
corporate environment specializing in leveraged buyouts, securities
and venture capital. After she moved to Houston, TX in 1993, she
enrolled in paralegal school and received her paralegal certificate in
1995 with honors. She was hired on at Vinson & Elkins, L.L.P. as a
junior paralegal/secretary and worked in many areas of law including
litigation, real estate, tax, immigration, health, and intellectual
property to name a few. She has also worked as a software trainer,
mentor and document specialist for firms throughout the Houston, TX
metro area. 'I recognize the need for talented and efficient legal
assistants and no task is too great or small for me. You have to
believe in what you do in order to bring positive results'.

She is a very knowledgeable and dedicated legal assistant who takes
her responsibilities seriously and is committed to continuing
education. "Natalyn offers great results, is very personable and has
a high level of integrity." Recommendation via LinkedIn by Paul
Pryzant, Partner, Burleson Cooke, LLP.

PERSONAL BACKGROUNG

Natalyn enjoys interior design, travel and reading. She lives in
Humble, Texas with her husband and two dogs."


Thank you Natalyn!

ATTORNEYS: You can find Natalyn's contact information below.

Natalyn Jeffries
Six Elements Legal Support
www.selstexas.com
(281) 203-1474

NSVBA

I am writing this to inform everyone there has been a change in the NSVBA
organization.

I am moving NSVBA in a new direction for 2010.

With my vision for 2010, I will be simplifying NSVBA.

While Cathy Gutierrez continues to be a vital member of NSVBA, she has
made the decision to pursue other opportunities. As such, please
respect that Cathy no longer represents NSVBA as Vice President, but
continues her role as a contributing member.

Effective immediately, please direct any and all NSVBA questions to
me.

Look for Cathy's contributions on the NSVBA LinkedIn group.

I wish Cathy all the best in her future endeavors.

There will be a Webinar on Friday, December 4, 2009 at 6:00 P.M.
(PST). The Webinar will be recorded and posted on the NSVBA website.
NSVBA members, look for your invitation coming soon!

If you would like to participate in the NSVBA Webinars, please email me at vikki@nsvba.com for more information.


Vikki Watanabe
President
NSVBA-National Society of Virtual Bankruptcy Assistants, LLC
www.nsvba.com
866-678-8411

KASEY CLARK - HOUSTON, TX

KASEY CLARK

PROFESSIONAL BACKGROUND

Kasey Clark has over 20 years of experience in the corporate and legal arenas. She has continued her education and is now a senior at Western Governor’s University and plans to graduate in the spring of 2010 with a Bachelors Degree in Business Management. In addition to working full time as a customer service representative and going to college full time, Kasey successfully completed her training from Victoria Ring receiving her certification in Chapter 7 and Chapter 13 Bankruptcy Law. Kasey has also recently received her second certification in Bankruptcy through NSVBA. Kasey is a dedicated and driven individual and will do whatever it takes to get the job done and achieve her goals.

Kasey has decided to put her education to good use by starting her own Virtual Bankruptcy Assistant business Kasey Clark Consulting located in Houston, Texas. She says, “It’s time to leave the corporate world and branch out on my own.” Kasey enjoys helping people and wants to apply her knowledge and expertise where she can make a difference in people’s lives.

PERSONAL BACKGROUND

In her off time, Kasey enjoys Genealogy and relaxing with her husband, son, and dog.

Kasey Clark
Kasey Clark Consulting
kaseyclarkconsulting.com
(877) 234-7642

ATTORNEYS: You can learn more about Kasey by visiting her website.

Thank you Kasey!

Featured VBA-Veronica Jones-Rockdale, TX

VERONICA JONES

Veronica Jones is a virtual paralegal who has chosen to specialize in bankruptcy law. She is the owner of Attorneys Virtual Paralegal which provides professional and personalized Chapter 7 and Chapter 13 bankruptcy petition preparation services to consumer bankruptcy attorneys. Veronica’s goal is to provide a cost effective, efficient method of decreasing her attorney clients’ workload and increasing that profit margin. She understands that filing bankruptcy is possibly one of the most stressful periods in anyone’s life, and her job is to help make it as smooth as it possibly can be.

Prior to starting her own virtual paralegal business, Veronica worked as a deputy clerk in a county governmental office where she was responsible for the family law and attorney general cases filed with the court. In addition, she has worked in criminal/family law offices as a legal assistant where she assisted in the drafting of discovery requests, motions, correspondence and any other legal pleadings that are were required. Seeking to acquire legal knowledge skills in a new and different area of law chose bankruptcy. Since that time, she has acquired training through 713training.com and recently passed the NSVBA certification exam. She is also a Certified Texas Process Server and Texas Notary Public.

Veronica graduated from Blinn College in Bryan, Texas with an Applied Associate Science degree in legal assistant. She is currently studying to sit for the National Association of Legal Assistants (NALA) certification exam in December 2009 to obtain her certified paralegal designation.

She is committed to providing consumer bankruptcy attorneys quality bankruptcy preparation services. Contact Veronica so she can begin providing you with quality service. You will be delighted with the results!

Personally, she and her husband are parents of one son. They are extremely proud of their son for his courage, commitment and service to his country as a corporal in the United States Marine Corps.


Thank you!

Veronica Jones
Attorneys Virtual Paralegal

ATTORNEYS-You can contact Veronica by going to her website. Once there, go to the Contact Us page.

Website: www.attorneysvirtualparalegal.com

E-mail: veronica@attorneysvirtualparalegal.com

Thank you Veronica!