ALMA GONZALES

Executive Litigation Paralegal /Executive Administrative Assistant

Law Office of Sandy McCorquodale, P.C.

11.2018 - Current

Organized evidence, exhibits, motions, and subpoenas to support cases and prepare for trial.
Prepared, indexed and developed exhibits.
Uploaded data into software for review and pre-processing.
Used document review tools to discover and inspect records.
Managed exhibits, evidence and data related to legal proceedings.
Assisted attorneys with reviewing and organizing witness reports.
Contacted clients to schedule appointments and discuss progress of cases.
Researched statutes, decisions, legal articles, and codes.
Revised and finalized letters, briefs, and memos.
Communicated pertinent information to clients via phone, email, and mail.
Conducted background investigations on defendant.
Generated leads to meet and exceed revenue goals by identifying new clients.
Researched and analyzed legal issues and cases to provide accurate advice to clients.
Contacted witnesses to testify under oath at court hearings.
Interviewed clients to obtain information relevant to cases.
Reviewed Deed of Trust, Title Commitment, and prior bankruptcies documents.
Produced legal documents such as briefs, pleadings and appeals.
Reviewed, edited and proofread litigation for proper grammar, spelling and punctuation.
Prepared various exhibits for attorneys for public meetings, zoning commission meetings, and legal resolutions.
Collaborated with attorneys to develop strategies for each case.
Developed polished LOP, LONR,LOR.
Conducted detailed client intakes and entered information into company database.
Assisted counsel in preparing answers, providing documentation, and information for discovery request.
Prepared legal briefs, motions, and pleadings.
Conferred with clients and other involved parties to gather and track case information.
Assisted in preparation of settlement proposals and agreements to help attorneys negotiate settlement in best interest of client.
Summarized depositions, legal documents and other material to provide attorney with relevant material for cases.
Communicated with clients, opposing counsel and court personnel to keep all parties informed on case updates.
Liaised with other paralegals and legal staff to complete common tasks on schedule.
Helped attorneys prepare for trial by organizing exhibits and calling on witnesses to testify at hearings.
Managed scheduling of court calendars and deadlines to maintain smooth flow of firm operations.
Edited and proofread legal documents to verify accuracy.
Maintained and updated organized client contact information to keep in touch with clients and provide updates on cases.
Developed and cultivated lucrative relationships with both new and existing clients through effective communication and exemplary interpersonal skills.
Communicated regularly with clients to understand needs, evaluate current product use and cross-sell new products.
Achieved goals for sale of bank products and services and exceeded performance metrics for customer service.
Built and maintained relationships with new and existing clients while providing a high level of expertise.
Participated in staff meetings to discuss innovative strategies to improve services.
Responded to customer inquiries and resolved complaints to establish trust and increase satisfaction.
Resolved problems with high-profile customers to maintain relationships and increase return customer base.
EsquireTek certified.
Retrieve Legal Support Solution Expert.
Medical Records request.
Prospective Lead Specialist.
Create Client files.
CASEpeer specialist.

Summary

Overview

Work History

Executive Litigation Paralegal /Executive Administrative Assistant

Education

Paralegal Education

High School Diploma -

Skills

Certification

Languages

Timeline

Executive Litigation Paralegal /Executive Administrative Assistant

Paralegal Education

High School Diploma -

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