Amarii Cantillo
Miami,FL
Summary
Dedicated and detail-oriented Certified Paralegal/Legal Assistant with over1 year of experience in providing comprehensive administrative and clerical support to legal teams. Proficient in legal research, document preparation, and case management. Skilled in maintaining confidentiality, ensuring accuracy, and managing multiple tasks efficiently in a fast-paced legal environment. Excellent communication and organizational skills with a strong commitment to client service and the effective operation of the legal office. Fluent in Spanish.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Legal Assistant / Legal Intake
Dream Team Law
10.2024 - Current
- Provided general administrative support to attorneys, including managing calendars, scheduling appointments, and coordinating meetings
- Organized and maintained client files, case documents, and correspondence
- Assisted in the preparation and editing of legal documents, including pleadings, motions, and briefs
- Communicated with clients to gather information, provide updates, and address inquiries
- Conducted basic legal research to support case preparation and strategy
- Prepared and sent letters, emails, and other forms of communication on behalf of attorneys
- Ensured that all files were accurately maintained and up-to-date, both physically and electronically
- Handled general office duties, such as answering phones, managing supplies, and maintaining office equipment
- Paralegal Responsibilities:
- Conducted in-depth legal research to support case preparation, including finding case law, statutes, and regulations
- Drafted, reviewed, and filed legal documents, such as pleadings, contracts, and discovery materials
- Organized and managed case files, including maintaining case calendars and tracking important deadlines
- Conducted initial client interviews and gathered detailed information for case development
- Assisted in the preparation of trial materials, such as exhibits, witness lists, and trial binders
- Managed the discovery process, including drafting and responding to discovery requests, and organizing evidence
- Prepared and submitted court filings in compliance with court rules and deadlines
Legal Intake Specialist
Morgan Law Group
04.2024 - 07.2024
- Conducted initial interviews with clients to gather detailed information about their legal issues
- Collected and organized relevant documents and evidence provided by clients
- Assessed the viability of potential cases and determined the appropriate legal course of action
- Explained legal processes, rights, and options to clients in a clear and understandable manner
- Maintained accurate and confidential records of client interactions and case details
- Assisted in drafting legal documents, such as pleadings, motions, and discovery requests
- Organized and prepared evidence for use in court, including exhibits and client statements
- Coordinated with attorneys and other legal staff to ensure all case preparation tasks were completed on time
- Assisted attorneys during trials by providing necessary documents and information
- Followed up with clients to provide updates on case progress and answer any questions they may have
- Provided administrative support, such as scheduling meetings, maintaining records, and managing correspondence
Witness / Victim Counselor
State Attorney's Office, Miami-Dade
10.2023 - 04.2024
- Sent mandatory trial subpoenas to ensure the presence of witnesses in court
- Prepared weekly availability lists for trial
- Assessed victims' needs and made appropriate referrals to community resources for victims' assistance
- Provided information to victims and witnesses on their rights and the criminal justice system
- Prepared witness locates
- Coordinated the appearances of victims and witnesses for depositions, satellite depositions, and court hearings
- Assisted the Assistant State Attorneys when preparing for trial
- Performed phone contact with victims and witnesses
- Performed other related duties as assigned
- Prepared and executed plans to locate witnesses who may be difficult to find
- Maintained regular communication with victims and witnesses to provide updates and gather information
- Handled other duties as assigned to support the legal team and ensure smooth office operation
Snap Counselor / Administrative Assistant
CareerSource
01.2020 - 01.2022
- Provided personalized career counseling to help clients identify their career goals and develop action plans
- Assisted clients with job search strategies, resume writing, and interview preparation
- Conducted skills assessments to help clients understand their strengths and areas for improvement
- Organized and facilitated workshops and training sessions on various career-related topics
- Connected clients with community resources and services that can support their job search and career development
- Provided ongoing support and follow-up to ensure clients made progress toward their career goals
- Assisted clients with understanding food stamps guidelines and qualifications
Help Desk
Indrio Brands
01.2019 - 01.2020
- Answered user inquiries regarding computer software or hardware operation
- Diagnosed and resolved technical issues by clarifying the user’s complaint, determining the cause of the problem, selecting and explaining the best solution, and following up to ensure resolution
- Maintained records of daily data communication transactions, issues, and remedial actions taken
- Developed and maintained knowledge bases and FAQs for users
- Set up equipment for employee use, performing or ensuring proper installation of hardware, operating systems, or appropriate software
- Trained users in the proper use of hardware or software
- Conducted computer diagnostics to investigate and resolve problems or provide technical assistance
- Referred major hardware or software problems or defective products to vendors or technicians for service
Education
Paralegal Certification - undefined
University of Central Florida (UCF)
10.2024
Pharmaceutical Sales Certification - undefined
NAPX Pharmaceuticals
01.2021
Behavioral Drug Addiction Therapist
New Jersey State College
01.2009
Public Health
Rutgers University, New Brunswick
01.2008
Skills
- Legal Research Expertise
- Filing System Management
- Comprehensive Case Oversight
- Schedule Coordination
- Effective Client Interaction
- Administrative Support
- Ethical Conduct
- Product Discovery
- Investigative Research Skills
- Legal Analysis: Conducting legal analysis and writing legal briefs
- Investigative Research
- Appeals Preparation
Languages
Spanish
Full Professional
Affiliations
National Association of Legal Assistants (NALA)
Timeline
Legal Assistant / Legal Intake
Dream Team Law
10.2024 - Current
Legal Intake Specialist
Morgan Law Group
04.2024 - 07.2024
Witness / Victim Counselor
State Attorney's Office, Miami-Dade
10.2023 - 04.2024
Snap Counselor / Administrative Assistant
CareerSource
01.2020 - 01.2022
Help Desk
Indrio Brands
01.2019 - 01.2020
Paralegal Certification - undefined
University of Central Florida (UCF)
Pharmaceutical Sales Certification - undefined
NAPX Pharmaceuticals
Behavioral Drug Addiction Therapist
New Jersey State College
Public Health
Rutgers University, New Brunswick
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