Ana Alvarado-Irías
Freehold
Summary
Experienced & Professional Administrative Supervisor and Secretary
Personable and organized, with strong ability to manage multiple tasks efficiently. Possesses foundational understanding of legal research and document preparation, alongside proficiency in Microsoft Office and legal databases. Dedicated to contributing to team's success through reliable and accurate support.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Paralegal
Mikita & Roccanova, LLC
10.2019 - Current
- Managed files from inception to settlement.
- Communicated with clients, opposing counsel and court personnel to keep all parties informed on case updates.
- Created and implemented a file list with all pertinent information.
- Monitored statute dates.
- Compiled discovery for personal injury and criminal case matters.
- Assisted attorney with trial preparation.
- Reduced attorney workload by drafting routine legal documents such as pleadings, motions, and affidavits.
- Managed scheduling of court calendars and deadlines to maintain smooth flow of firm operations.
- Edited and proofread legal documents to verify accuracy.
Bilingual Paralegal
Andres Mejer Law, LLC
11.2015 - 10.2019
- Compiled discovery from police departments, state agencies and the federal government.
- Drafted and reviewed immigration forms with clients in both English and Spanish.
- Interpreted for Spanish speaking clients.
- Translated documents from Spanish to English in order to submit to United States Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS).
- Enhanced client satisfaction by providing timely and accurate bilingual legal support in both English and Spanish.
- Assisted attorneys in the preparation of court filings, resulting in well-organized and error-free submissions.
- Implemented new document management systems that significantly reduced time spent searching for crucial information during cases proceedings.
- Interviewed clients to obtain information relevant to cases.
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge on changes within immigration law, enabling effective support for clients navigating this complex area of practice.
Office Manager & Supervising Secretary
Garces, Grabler & LeBrocq, P.C.
02.2013 - 05.2015
- Oversaw firm’s Freehold Regional Office including responsibility for supervising bilingual (Spanish and English) call center, managing the office calendar of 6-9 Trial Attorneys, personally interviewing and screening prospective and current clients, Office Supply Oversight and Branch Financial Management
- Ongoing training performing paralegal duties for principal partner
- Performed intake cases and gathered needed background information
- Helped clients with translation of documents for legal matters
- Researched immigration website to get information for potential clients
- Opened cases for attorneys
- Built a doctor database for the firm to use
- Interpreted for attorneys and clients
- Helped clients with disability, food stamps and government assistance applications
- Helped clients find their family members held in Immigration Jail
- Assisted and provided legal support and administration to lawyers engaged in criminal, civil or administrative law
Education
Bachelor of Arts - International Studies Major, Women Studies and Latin American Studies Minors
Ramapo College of New Jersey
05.2011
Associates of Arts - Liberal Studies
Brookdale Community College
05.2009
Skills
- Legal research
- Personal injury
- Office management
- Organization
- Proficient in MS office
- Data entry
- Case management
- File management
- Criminal defense
- Clear oral/written communication
- Document drafting
- Notary public
- Immigration law
Hobbies and Interests
- Baking
- Photography
- Reading
- Soccer
- Baseball
- Tennis
Volunteer Work And Achievements
- Tutored Bilingual children do their homework through the AMISTAD program
- Tutored Spanish to Returning Students at Brookdale Community College
- Student Body Liaison to the Board of Trustees for the American and International Studies School at Ramapo College of New Jersey
Languages
Spanish
Full Professional
Timeline
Paralegal
Mikita & Roccanova, LLC
10.2019 - Current
Bilingual Paralegal
Andres Mejer Law, LLC
11.2015 - 10.2019
Office Manager & Supervising Secretary
Garces, Grabler & LeBrocq, P.C.
02.2013 - 05.2015
Associates of Arts - Liberal Studies
Brookdale Community College
Bachelor of Arts - International Studies Major, Women Studies and Latin American Studies Minors
Ramapo College of New Jersey