Adela Maria Visan

Work History

Certified Court Mediator

Self-Employed

Houston, TX

2021 - Current

Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
Completed paperwork, recognizing discrepancies and promptly addressing for resolution.
Used strong analytical and problem-solving skills to develop effective solutions for challenging situations.
Gained extensive knowledge in data entry, analysis and reporting.
Developed strong communication and organizational skills through working on group projects.
Passionate about learning and committed to continual improvement.
Worked flexible hours across night, weekend, and holiday shifts.

Notary Public

Self-Employed

Houston, TX

01.2020 - Current

Looked for signs of fraud or coercion and refused notarization.
Administered oath to document signers to obtain affirmation of truth.
Provided guidance to customers to facilitate completion of notarial documents.
Checked documents for accuracy and correct signing before notarizing.
Attended public notary seminars to stay informed of updates to relevant laws and regulations.
Certified and attested power of attorney documents, acknowledgements and deeds.
Maintained accurate records of all documents notarized to support accurate recordkeeping and reporting requirements.
Examined documents for accuracy, completion and compliance before notarizing.
Followed proper protocol when notarizing documents, verifying signatures and dates for compliance.
Set up and managed appointments for client notary services.
Drafted and executed notarial affidavits in accordance with applicable laws.
Utilized specialized software to accurately track notary services performed.
Checked client identification to maintain compliance with state legal requirements.
Answered and managed incoming and outgoing calls while recording accurate messages for distribution to office staff.
Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
Planned and coordinated logistics and materials for board meetings, committee meetings, and staff events.
Increased customer service success rates by quickly resolving issues.
Followed detailed directions from management to complete daily paperwork and computer data entry.
Proofread and edited documents for accuracy and grammar.
Managed data and correspondence to secure information across complex landscapes of organizational departments.
Streamlined office operations by effectively monitoring and addressing client correspondence and data communications.
Served as corporate liaison for finance, IT, and marketing departments.
Drafted common document templates to reduce time spent creating documents from scratch.
Opened and properly distributed incoming mail to promote quicker response to client inquiries.
Performed wide-ranging administrative, financial and service-related functions.
Developed and implemented strategies to streamline office operations.
Directed automation of office procedures such as correspondence management, recordkeeping and online communications.
Completed daily logs for management review.
Remained solutions-oriented in face of complex problems to assist management and overall business direction.
Volunteered to help with special projects of varying degrees of complexity.
Trained and supervised employees on office policies and procedures.
Increased profitability and productivity by minimizing downtime and streamlining quality control procedures.

Certified Translator

Self-employed

Houston, TX

08.2017 - Current

Translated documents from Spanish to English. Hungarian, Italian, Romanian
Replicated flow, style, and overall meaning of original texts.
Repeated and restructured complex translations to optimize understanding.
Researched cultural etiquette and specific use of slang words.
Supported operations by translating key departmental documents and internal communications.
Prepared comprehensive glossaries and terminology databases to facilitate analysis.
Reviewed final work to spot and correct errors in punctuation, grammar and translation.
Used translation software to verify complex terms and expedite communication process.
Updated existing translations to meet contemporary trends in communication.
Translated documents for research departments, supporting data collection and reporting.
Reviewed news and current events in international publications, translating relevant information for leaders.
Prepared detailed notes per client specifications, assisting in business meetings and proposal presentations.
Proofread, edited and improved documents of different sizes.
Developed strategies to perform accurate and consistent translations.
Maintained message content, tone, and emotion as closely as possible.
Attended training programs to improve professional knowledge and interpretation skills.
Interpreted conversations simultaneously to help both parties conduct business, handle medical needs or manage personal concerns.
Facilitated communication between law enforcement personnel and individuals involved in crimes such as witnesses, persons of interest, and suspects.
Interpreted conversations between foreign language-speaking clients and others.
Developed and maintained glossary of technical terms.
Translated website content from other languages to English.
Provided cultural input to speakers to help parties who did not speak similar languages communicate with and understand one another.
Translated other language books into English.
Stayed current on new expressions and cultural changes impacting language translation.
Monitored progress of translation projects and reported issues to appropriate personnel.

Senior Paralegal

Law Office of Cynthia Guerra

01.2022 - 07.2024

Coordinated settlement talks between counsel, defendants, and plaintiffs.
Managed all incoming correspondence from judges, court administrative staff and opposing parties.
Coordinated firm cases in easy-to-review format by using Microsoft Excel spreadsheets.
Oversaw paralegal staff focused on Immigration law.

Senior Paralegal Immigration

Sheila Rivera Law Office

01.2021 - 01.2022

Managed all incoming correspondence from judges, court administrative staff and opposing parties.
Coordinated settlement talks between counsel, defendants, and plaintiffs.
Oversaw paralegal staff focused on Immigration law.
Trained new employees on company policies and legal standards.
Provided professional services and support in a dynamic work environment.
Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines.
Used strong analytical and problem-solving skills to develop effective solutions for challenging situations.
Demonstrated a high level of initiative and creativity while tackling difficult tasks.
Proved successful working within tight deadlines and a fast-paced environment.
Gained extensive knowledge in data entry, analysis and reporting.
Assisted with day-to-day operations, working efficiently and productively with all team members.
Developed strong organizational and communication skills through coursework and volunteer activities.
Worked flexible hours across night, weekend, and holiday shifts.

Senior Paralegal

Law Office of Cynthia Guerra

01.2017 - 01.2021

Maintained and updated organized client contact information to keep in touch with clients and provide updates on cases.
Monitored changes in laws, regulations and other legal matters to keep firm compliant with requirements.
Liaised with other paralegals and legal staff to complete common tasks on schedule.
Assisted in preparation of settlement proposals and agreements to help attorneys negotiate settlement in best interest of client.
Managed scheduling of court calendars and deadlines to maintain smooth flow of firm operations.
Edited and proofread legal documents to verify accuracy.
Summarized depositions, legal documents and other material to provide attorney with relevant material for cases.
Examined and generated memos on statutory law, case law and federal and state regulations using online research databases, such as Westlaw and print sources.
Communicated with clients, opposing counsel and court personnel to keep all parties informed on case updates.
Helped attorneys prepare for trial by organizing exhibits and calling on witnesses to testify at hearings.
Analyzed evidence gathering and presentation, client counseling and jury selection methods processes for civil litigation.
Assisted counsel in preparing answers, providing documentation, and information for discovery request.
Conferred with clients and other involved parties to gather and track case information.
Prepared legal briefs, motions, and pleadings.
Conducted detailed client intakes and entered information into company database.
Trained new employees on company policies and legal standards.
Coordinated firm cases in easy-to-review format by using Microsoft Excel spreadsheets.
Managed all incoming correspondence from judges, court administrative staff and opposing parties.
Coordinated settlement talks between counsel, defendants, and plaintiffs.
Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
Organized and detail-oriented with a strong work ethic.
Gained extensive knowledge in data entry, analysis and reporting.
Worked flexible hours across night, weekend, and holiday shifts.
Provided professional services and support in a dynamic work environment.

Legal Consultant and Attorney

Law Office of Sina Callipari

01.2013 - 03.2016

Created medical exhibits to correlate with testimony.
Researched related literature regarding issues at hand.
Identified and brought in qualified medical experts to testify for cases.
Observed and reported on independent medical evaluations.
Consulted with attorneys on malpractice, personal injury and workers compensation claims.
Researched and wrote contracts, agreements and proposals.
Presented key evidence and exhibits during civil trials.
Negotiated settlements with opposing counsel.
Created and finalized contracts and other legal documents for clients.
Drafted motions, petitions and waivers.
Prepared and filed pleadings, motions and other legal documents in court proceedings.
Interviewed and selected jurors to verify competency and lack of biases, presenting challenges for cause to dismiss unfit candidates.
Analyzed legal documents and identified pertinent issues for clients.
Developed strategies to resolve cases in client's best interest.
Developed strategies and arguments for hearings, trials and appeals.
Negotiated settlements of disputes and litigation.
Counseled clients on potential outcomes of legal matters.

Summary

Overview

Work History

Certified Court Mediator

Notary Public

Certified Translator

Senior Paralegal

Senior Paralegal Immigration

Senior Paralegal

Legal Consultant and Attorney

Education

Master in US Law - Law

Law Studies For The Bar Examination - Law

Master in International Business Law - Law

Skills

Languages

Timeline

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