Anthony Batista
Brooklyn,New York
Summary
I am a U.S. Army Veteran and bilingual Brooklyn native with a legal background and strong oral, written, and interpersonal skills. I am actively seeking a community-minded position where I can help elevate the everyday lives of others. I have a strong body of related experience that includes client relations, managing complex tasks, using both state and federal filing systems and developing organizational systems.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
Work History
Office Manager/Senior Paralegal
Schneider Law PLLC
04.2019 - 05.2021
- General Law, Employment, Criminal Defense, Trial
- Managed office on a daily basis: routing mail, typing, filing, supplies, answering phones, copying, scanning, invoice creation, billing and other records
- Drafted documents such as motions and complaints, etc
- Managed case status and maintained the input of client data
- Heavy scheduling and assisted in preparing for hearings, trails and witness interviews
- Prepared correspondence and assisted in file preparation, coordination of exhibits
- Communicated as needed with process server and other law offices
- Proficient in Tables of Authority and used West Law, for fact finding
Director of Constituent & Community Services
State of NY Assembly
Coney Island Brooklyn, NY
04.2021 - Current
- Gathers, investigates, researches, analyzes, , intradepartmental, interdepartmental operations; participates in institutional planning, policy development, and problem resolution as a member of senior staff
- Anticipates, identifies and troubleshoots issues of concern or significance; exercises discretion to provide timely information and necessary updates across multiple stakeholders
- Ensures matters requiring the attention of executive leaders are thoroughly developed, researched and evaluated; responds to routine inquiries and deputizes for the Chief of Staff, where appropriate and when necessary
- Researches, writes, edits and/or coordinates preparation of special reports, briefings and presentations; conceives, crafts, and edits messages, letters and other communications on behalf of executive leadership and the Chief of Staff
- Coordinates and/or oversees the scheduling of strategic events, meetings and other requests to balance and address key institutional objectives
- Oversees the supervision of assigned personnel within assigned organizational units; may manage the review and oversight of office finances and executive expenses
- Assists administration in various cost analyses, projections, reports, and fundraising efforts
- Performs miscellaneous job-related duties as assigned.
- Networked with local organizations, leaders and consumers, resulting in establishment of new and lasting partnerships and relationships.
National Guard
Army, Reserve
07.2015 - Current
- Ordered, unloaded, sorted and tracked supplies and equipment needed for unit activities.
- Oversaw teams planning, implementing and realigning field and base operational strategies.
- Managed all aspects of administrative and personnel needs of ground supply operations.
- Directed collection, organization and application of field intelligence and combat data to enhance troop safety and operational success.
- Integrated intelligence activities into other military operations, plans and programs.
- Responded to emergencies with speed, efficiency and knowledgeable assistance.
- Performed as fire team member during situational training exercises and infantry dismounted battle drills.
- Patrolled designated coverage areas and evaluated terrain for defensive use.
- Trained in use of tear gas, passive ordnance and explosives.
- Led fire team during infantry dismounted battle drills and situational training exercises.
- Led fire teams during battle drills and training exercises.
- Led basic reconnaissance operations and reported enemy movements to commanding officers.
Infantry Team Leader
United States Army
04.2009 - 07.2014
- Ordered, unloaded, sorted and tracked supplies and equipment needed for unit activities.
- Oversaw teams planning, implementing and realigning field and base operational strategies.
- Managed all aspects of administrative and personnel needs of ground supply operations.
- Directed collection, organization and application of field intelligence and combat data to enhance troop safety and operational success.
- Integrated intelligence activities into other military operations, plans and programs.
- Responded to emergencies with speed, efficiency and knowledgeable assistance.
- Performed as fire team member during situational training exercises and infantry dismounted battle drills.
- Patrolled designated coverage areas and evaluated terrain for defensive use.
- Trained in use of tear gas, passive ordnance and explosives.
- Led fire team during infantry dismounted battle drills and situational training exercises.
- Led fire teams during battle drills and training exercises.
- Led basic reconnaissance operations and reported enemy movements to commanding officers.
- Kept up-to-date on mission objectives by researching intelligence targets to understand significance in geopolitical context.
- Directed logistical training procedures in accordance with military regulations.
- Researched targets developed by various modes of intelligence to determine relevance to mission objectives and usefulness in field operations.
Director of Security
Allied Barton Services
09.2006 - 09.2009
- Developed, implemented, and maintained plan to ensure physical safety and security of the organization’s facilities property and people including employees, vendors, contractors, and visitors
- Developed training plans for security personnel and maintained security training records
- Led a team of security personnel in their day-to-day duties and responsibilities
- Middle management responsibilities, which included reporting to senior management on security incidents and threats.
Education
Bachelor’s of Political Science -
Brown Mackie College
Miami, FL09.2015
Skills
- Policy and Procedure Modification
- Office Management
- Staff Training
- CRM Software
- Team Management
- Client and Community Service
- Community Partnerships
- Individual and Community Advocacy
- Personnel Management
Affiliations
Vice Chairman of Neighborhood Advisory Board 15
August 2019 – Present
Kings County Committee Member
February 2020 – Present
Additional Information
- MILITARY SERVICE AWARDS - Army Commendation Medal, Army Achievement Medal, Good Conduct Medals (3), Operation Enduring Freedom, Global War on Terror, National Defense Service Ribbon, Expert Infantry Badge
Timeline
Director of Constituent & Community Services
State of NY Assembly
04.2021 - Current
Office Manager/Senior Paralegal
Schneider Law PLLC
04.2019 - 05.2021
National Guard
Army, Reserve
07.2015 - Current
Infantry Team Leader
United States Army
04.2009 - 07.2014
Director of Security
Allied Barton Services
09.2006 - 09.2009
Bachelor’s of Political Science -
Brown Mackie College