Ana Suazo Reyes
Lehigh Acres,FL
Summary
Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong work ethic, adaptability, and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills. Detail-oriented and methodical in preparing case files, investigating issues, and producing legal paperwork. Background includes organizing exhibits and filing pleadings for Family cases. Known for meticulous work.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Paralegal
Destiney R. Smith Law Office
Fort Myers , FL
04.2021 - Current
- Providing administrative support, such as answering phones and scheduling appointments.
- Maintaining client files according to established protocols.
- Managing calendars for upcoming court dates or deadlines related to cases.
- Drafting correspondence to clients and other attorneys.
- Reviewing and organizing legal documents, such as pleadings, motions, and briefs.
- Proofreading documents prior to filing them with courts or submitting them to opposing counsels.
- Filing pleadings and paperwork with court clerks to meet strict deadlines.
- Organizing client calendars, preparing mailings, and handling high call volumes.
- Entering client data into MyCase to manage records and customer relationships.
- Interviewing clients and obtaining vital case information to support associates.
- Organizing exhibits for trial by preparing materials and supporting documentation.
- Participating in client interviews, observing the questioning process, and documenting information.
- Advising clients on procedural matters related to their cases.
- Drafting discovery responses, including interrogatories and requests for production of documents.
- Organizing evidence for use at trial or hearing proceedings.
- Entering data into and managing litigation databases and Excel spreadsheets.
- Collaborating with attorneys in all stages of the litigation process.
- Researching applicable statutes, codes, regulations, ordinances, and precedent cases.
- Preparing clients for appointments, depositions, and testimony.
- Reducing workflow downtime by effectively organizing and managing client billing and case management files.
- Coordinating subpoena services and other support activities for the legal office.
- Using LexisNexis to examine secondary sources, statutory and case law, and federal and state regulations.
- Identifying and analyzing legal documents and discoveries.
- Participating in mediation sessions by preparing necessary materials and taking notes during meetings.
- Assisting in the preparation of legal arguments and memoranda of law.
- Coordinating witness testimony for depositions, hearings, and trial.
- Attending court proceedings, such as hearings and trials, as requested by attorneys.
- Preparing pleadings, motions, memoranda of law, and other legal documents under the direction of an attorney.
- Reviewing legal documents and preparing summaries of findings for attorneys.
- Investigating facts to help in the negotiation of legal disputes.
- Assisting in trial preparation by organizing exhibits, preparing witness files, summarizing deposition transcripts, and reviewing trial notebooks.
- Gathering evidence to assist attorneys in their cases.
- Drafting motions, notices, and other legal documents.
- Responding to client calls and inquiries to deliver applicable information.
- Organizing legal documents in company filing systems and databases.
- Dealing with pleadings, affidavits, motions, and exhibit preparation.
- Organizing exhibits and arguments to present evidence on behalf of clients.
- Filing pleadings and appeals with court clerks to expedite trial proceedings.
- Assisting attorneys with document production requests from opposing parties.
- Managing calendars by scheduling meetings, depositions, mediations, and other events related to litigation matters.
Food and Beverage Assistant Manager
Pelican Preserve Golf Club and Town Center
Fort Myers , FL
12.2010 - 04.2021
- Assisted in the preparation of monthly financial statements for the department.
- Created promotional campaigns aimed at increasing business from existing customers as well as attracting new ones.
- Collaborated with chefs to ensure quality of food served meets established standards.
- Coordinated with other departments such as housekeeping or maintenance to ensure smooth operation of the restaurant.
- Conducted weekly meetings with employees to discuss upcoming events or changes within the restaurant industry.
- Monitored inventory of food items and supplies, placing orders as needed.
- Ensured that all guests received prompt attention and excellent service in a professional manner.
- Ensured adherence to safety guidelines related to handling hazardous materials and equipment used in food production.
- Resolved customer complaints promptly, efficiently, courteously and professionally.
- Maintained records of sales transactions, including cash receipts and credit card payments.
- Developed menus for special events and daily operations, ensuring compliance with health regulations.
- Maintained a clean working environment by delegating cleaning tasks among team members according to their job descriptions.
- Supervised and trained staff in food and beverage service standards, procedures and regulations.
- Prepared reports on employee performance evaluations, attendance records and disciplinary actions taken when necessary.
- Provided feedback to kitchen staff on customer preferences and suggestions.
- Moved throughout dining and kitchen areas, visually monitored alignment with food quality and service standards and took relevant corrective actions.
- Created and delivered orientation and training for new team members and professional development activities for experienced associates.
- Consistently maintained high levels of cleanliness, organization, storage and sanitation of food and beverage products to ensure quality.
- Oversaw food preparation, production and presentation according to quality standards.
- Delegated work to staff, setting priorities and goals.
- Trained front-of-house staff on restaurant policies and procedures, guest service techniques and communication skills to promote positive experiences.
- Assisted staff by serving food and beverages or bussing tables.
- Oversaw inventory and ordered ingredients to restock freezers, fridges and pantry.
- Reconciled daily transactions, balanced cash registers and deposited restaurant's earnings at bank.
- Distributed food to service staff for prompt delivery to customers.
Education
Juris Doctor -
Universidad Tecnologica De Santiago (UTESA)
Santo Domingo, Republica Dominicana02-2008
Skills
- Litigation Support
- Understands Confidentiality
- Legal Research Skills
- Proficient in MS Office
- Document Preparation
- Administrative Support
- Calendar Management
- Fluent in Spanish
Certification
- Notary Public of the State of Florida
Languages
Spanish
Professional
English
Professional
Timeline
Paralegal
Destiney R. Smith Law Office
04.2021 - Current
Food and Beverage Assistant Manager
Pelican Preserve Golf Club and Town Center
12.2010 - 04.2021
Juris Doctor -
Universidad Tecnologica De Santiago (UTESA)
- Notary Public of the State of Florida
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