ALEXANDER MELENDEZ
Summary
Motivated and confident paralegal with over nine years of experience in military and administrative law. Proficient in various administrative functions within high-stress, no-fail environments. Demonstrates ability to provide support through meticulous research and analysis, efficient client and case management, effective communication, and exceptional organizational skills.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Litigation Paralegal
Bochner PLLC
10.2023 - Current
- Organized and managed case information, client documents, exhibits, motion papers, discovery, and subpoenas to support cases and prepare for trial.
- Assisted attorneys with electronic court filings and admissions at the federal and state level including in New York, New Jersey, Connecticut, Florida, and California
- Researched statutes, decisions, legal articles, and codes to assist attorneys in writing briefs.
- Drafted, revised, reviewed, and proofread letters, briefs, pleadings, appeals, memorandums, and other legal documentation
- Communicated pertinent information to courts, clients, and opposing counsel via phone, email, and mail.
- Collaborated with attorneys to develop strategies for cases.
- Assisted in wider firm projects and tasks outside normal scope of duties including in billing, IT, and personal management
- Developed and used standard operating procedures and training materials for paralegals to ensure efficiency and reduce errors
- Maintained accurate billing by invoicing work and expenses correctly and accurately.
27D Paralegal Specialist (Sergeant)
Dept. of Defense, U.S. Army Reserves
11.2013 - Current
- Developed and maintained electronic systems, naming, and tracking conventions for various legal actions
- Met with Commanders, HR personal, Administrative Staff, and Paralegals from all levels of the chain of command to collect information regarding legal actions and ensure efficient processes
- Supported Judge Advocates in case meetings with administrative assistance, documents, and data sheets
- Redacted sensitive documents in accordance with policy including the Freedom of Information Act for release
- Conducted legal research in support of cases to ensure accuracy, including maintaining law and administrative materials, unit files, and records.
- Provided a wide-range of legal services to the command and staff, including the preparation and processing of legal actions in support of administrative separations, board proceedings, and administrative law matters
- Participated and organized ongoing training and readiness efforts to enhance own jobs skills and knowledge as well as facilitate the growth of job skills and knowledge in others
- Performed Notary duties at a Federal-Military level
- Prepared and filed non-judicial punishment actions and other legal documents in various military justice systems.
- Served on periods of active duty in a high stress-no fail environment at U.S Naval Station Guantanamo Bay, Cuba and at Fort Douglas, Utah
Paralegal
Waldron Law Group
07.2021 - 10.2021
- Supported attorneys in client meetings with administrative assistance, documentation, and data
- Gathered and analyzed client information to assist in processing of legal actions
- Drafted and proofed legal documents, including correspondence, reviews, decrees, and pleadings to verify details and reduce errors
- Coordinated with both courts and law enforcement personal to carry out legal functions
- Investigated facts with through research of public records, laws, regulations, and internet sources
- Contributed to estate planning services by organizing documents
- Inputted and maintained accurate billing records
- Conducted detailed client intakes and entered information into company database.
Office Specialist II
State of Utah - Dept. of Corrections
01.2021 - 07.2021
Education
Bachelor of Science - Sociology
Utah State University
Logan, UT01.2019
Associate of Science - General Studies
Utah State University Eastern
Price, UT01.2017
High School - undefined
Copper Hills High School
West Jordan, UT01.2015
Skills
- Detail Oriented and Organized
- Quick and Willing to Learn
- Time Focused
- Innovative and Critical Thinker
- Case and Document Management
- Research and Analysis
- Administrative Functions
- Public Speaking
- Editing and Proofreading
- Microsoft Office Applications
- Motions preparation
- Legal research
Additional Information
Attended the University of Wyoming College of Law following military deployment, however voluntarily left after one semester due to effects of the COVID-19 pandemic.
Timeline
Litigation Paralegal
Bochner PLLC
10.2023 - Current
Paralegal
Waldron Law Group
07.2021 - 10.2021
Office Specialist II
State of Utah - Dept. of Corrections
01.2021 - 07.2021
27D Paralegal Specialist (Sergeant)
Dept. of Defense, U.S. Army Reserves
11.2013 - Current
High School - undefined
Copper Hills High School
Bachelor of Science - Sociology
Utah State University
Associate of Science - General Studies
Utah State University Eastern
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