Allison Fernandez
Executive Assistant (Legal/Administrative Support)
Manhattan,NY
Summary
Executive Assistant candidate with a strong background in legal support, offering 4+ years of experience assisting attorneys and senior partners in high-volume law firms. Skilled in executive calendar management, client intake, legal document preparation, and confidential information handling. Adept at streamlining workflows, improving client onboarding, and supporting attorneys with case preparation. Recognized for adaptability, discretion, and proactive problem-solving. Bilingual in English & Spanish, with strong communication and organizational skills to deliver seamless attorney and client support.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Client Services Coordinator
Katz Melinger, PLLC
09.2024 - Current
- Converted leads into signed clients, contributing directly to firm revenue.
- Led 200+ client intake for employment law cases (wrongful termination, wage disputes, discrimination), conducting detailed consultations and assessing case viability.
- Prepared and executed engagement letters to ensure compliant onboarding.
- Delivered tailored client solutions, boosting satisfaction and conversion rate
Intake Specialist
Katz Melinger, PLLC
03.2023 - 09.2024
- Handled 50+ weekly intake calls, documenting case facts to support attorney review.
- Collaborated with attorneys to qualify leads and streamline case review pipelines.
- Guided prospective clients on legal processes, next steps, and documentation needs.
- Balanced speed and accuracy in a fast-paced, high-volume environment while maintaining client-centered service.
Calendar Clerk / Legal Assistant
Proner and Proner, Attorneys at Law
01.2022 - 03.2023
- Managed attorney calendars, 150+ court deadlines, and IME appointments with zero conflicts.
- Created an organized tracking system for IMEs and key legal deadlines.
- Performed client intake, ensuring retainers, authorizations, and HIPAA forms were executed accurately.
- Coordinated extensive client communication and scheduled meetings for firm partners.
Legal Translator (English ↔ Spanish)
Mr. Shrimp 305
06.2019 - 08.2022
- Translated 300+ legal documents with precision in legal terminology.
- Provided live interpretation and transcription services for client needs.
- Edited translations for clarity, grammar, and accuracy in collaboration with proofreaders.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Political Science & Philosophy
John Jay College of Criminal Justice
New York, NYSkills
Calendar management
Client relationship building
Exceptional communication
Customer relations
Legal Document Preparation & Editing
Client Intake & Relations
Microsoft Office Suite Google Workspace CRM Tools
Confidential Information Handling
Bilingual: English & Spanish
Strong organization
Scheduling and planning
Timeline
Client Services Coordinator
Katz Melinger, PLLC
09.2024 - Current
Intake Specialist
Katz Melinger, PLLC
03.2023 - 09.2024
Calendar Clerk / Legal Assistant
Proner and Proner, Attorneys at Law
01.2022 - 03.2023
Legal Translator (English ↔ Spanish)
Mr. Shrimp 305
06.2019 - 08.2022
Bachelor of Arts - Political Science & Philosophy
John Jay College of Criminal Justice
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