Anaya Nieves
Lancaster,PA
Summary
Ambitious and meticulous paralegal with two years of experience in conducting legal research, drafting legal documents, managing heavy caseloads, and trial preparation. Proven ability to work well under pressure, strong communication and organizational skills, and devoted to serving client needs. Currently seeking an opportunity to contribute my areas of expertise to a dynamic legal team.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
LSI Paralegal
SWAN Legal Services Initiative
Lancaster, PA
08.2022 - Current
- Responsible for drafting all legal documents, including but not limited to petitions, motions, affidavits of service, subpoenas, and orders.
- Manage case files to ensure that all are up to date and accurate.
- Collect evidence, prepare exhibits, and coordinate expert witness testimony for future court hearings.
- Organize and analyze legal documents to support case development.
- Witness the signing of legal documents, verify the identity of the witness, and notarize the documents.
- Adhere to legal ethics and complete annual legal training.
- Attend court hearings to support the county solicitor.
- Proofread documents prior to filing them with courts or submitting them.
- Maintained calendars for upcoming court dates or deadlines.
Assistant Front End Manager
Weis Markets
Lancaster, PA
11.2016 - 08.2022
- Oversaw cash register operations and recorded daily sales.
- Ensured that all staff adhere to company policies and regulations.
- Analyzed customer feedback to improve customers shopping experience.
- Hired, trained, and prepared schedules for all staff members.
- Balanced cash tills and resolve any cash discrepancies in a timely manner.
- Handled bill payments, wire transfers, and lottery claims in an efficient manner.
- Processed weekly inventory order to ensure products are in stock.
- Addressed any concerns or feedback from staff to promote a positive work environment.
- Maintained a tidy checkout area and followed proper bagging techniques.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Paralegal Studies
Harrisburg Area Community College
Lancaster, PA05.2022
High School Diploma -
McCaskey High School
Lancaster, PA06.2018
Skills
- Conducting legal research
- Case file organization
- Draft and file pleadings
- Client Communication
- Calendar Management
- Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite and Adobe
- Analytical thinking
- Exhibit preparation
- Notary Public
- Subpoena coordination
- Understanding client confidentiality
- Detail oriented
- Task prioritization
- Team collaboration
Certification
Notary Public, Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, August 2023 - Present
Dean’s List, Harrisburg Area Community College, August 2021 - December 2021
Timeline
LSI Paralegal
SWAN Legal Services Initiative
08.2022 - Current
Assistant Front End Manager
Weis Markets
11.2016 - 08.2022
Associate of Applied Science - Paralegal Studies
Harrisburg Area Community College
High School Diploma -
McCaskey High School