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Annaleis Varela

Davison,MI

Summary

Driven Legal Assistant with a little over 2 years of experience in Family and Criminal law. Highly skilled at multitasking and prioritizing tasks to complete projects on time and determine appropriate courses of action. Committed to streamlining processes to facilitate growth in any area of the law. Demonstrated Ability in interpretation of legal documents and policies. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.

Overview

4
4
years of professional experience

Work History

Legal Assistant

Law Offices Of Albert A. Zerka & Erica A. Vicari
08.2021 - Current
  • Organized documents to manage paper and electronic filing systems of clients.
  • Filed court documents and legal pleadings with court clerk on behalf of attorneys.
  • Prepared and drafted correspondence and legal forms to maintain smooth communications.
  • Managed accounts and client records of clients, observing confidentiality, and extreme discretion.
  • Handled office scheduling and made notes for deadlines, motions, and other important dates.
  • Completed electronic filings, initiated billing statements, and managed firm administrative matters.
  • Prepared for court hearings by organizing and summarizing documents, preparing exhibits and reviewing evidence.
  • Created spreadsheets to track client progress and document billable hours.
  • Coordinated with court personnel and attorneys to determine scheduling of hearings and filing documents.
  • Communicated pertinent information to clients via phone, email, and mail.
  • Reviewed, edited and proofread litigation for proper grammar, spelling and punctuation.
  • Interviewed clients to obtain information relevant to cases.

Beverage Cart Attendant

Sugarbush Golf Club
04.2020 - 06.2022
  • Restocked, organized and ordered products for beverage cart to maintain optimum inventory.
  • Operated POS system to facilitate cash and credit transactions and refunds.
  • Managed closing duties by restocking items on cart and reconciling cash drawer.
  • Greeted guests and inquired into beverage choices.
  • Used communication and problem-solving skills to resolve customer complaints and promote long-term loyalty.
  • Established rapport with customers by providing friendly and attentive service.
  • Delivered exceptional guest experiences through attentive service and quick response to issues.
  • Engaged in suggestive selling and other sales techniques.

Education

Paralegal Certification -

Oakland Community College
Bloomfield Hills, MI
05.2024

Bachelor of Arts - Criminal Justice And Sociology

University of Michigan - Flint
Flint, MI
08.2022

Bachelor of Arts - Criminal Justice And Sociology

Caldwell University
Caldwell, NJ

Skills

  • Quality Control
  • Case Management
  • Writing and Editing
  • Motion Preparation
  • Legal Document Preparation
  • Customer Relationship Management
  • Westlaw and LexisNexis
  • Court Policies and Programs
  • Office Management
  • Confidentiality Understanding
  • Court Document Filing
  • Organizational Efficiency
  • Billing Statements
  • Assisting Legal Professionals
  • Prospecting Clients
  • Subpoena Coordination

Languages

Spanish
Limited Working

Timeline

Legal Assistant

Law Offices Of Albert A. Zerka & Erica A. Vicari
08.2021 - Current

Beverage Cart Attendant

Sugarbush Golf Club
04.2020 - 06.2022

Paralegal Certification -

Oakland Community College

Bachelor of Arts - Criminal Justice And Sociology

University of Michigan - Flint

Bachelor of Arts - Criminal Justice And Sociology

Caldwell University

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