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Ariel Horton
Legal Assistant/Paralegal
Honolulu,HI
Summary
Driven Legal Assistant with 1 year of experience in family law and Hawaii condominium and community association 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 all areas of law. Proficient in the use of Microsoft Office Suites and Google Applications.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
4
4
years of post-secondary education
3
3
Certifications
Work History
Paralegal
Law Office of Kevin S. Kimura
11.2023 - Current
- Prepared legal documents for litigation, settlement, and variety of other projects
- Created and maintained comprehensive, searchable database of laws, regulations, and case law.
- Enhanced case efficiency by organizing and maintaining legal documents, files, and correspondence
- Facilitated timely and accurate billing by recording billable hours, expenses, and other relevant information in firm's billing system
- Assisted attorneys with trial preparation through thorough research and analysis of relevant laws and regulations
Legal Assistant
Motooka Rosenberg Lau & Oyama LLLC
04.2023 - 02.2024
- Provided administrative support to attorneys by performing administrative and clerical functions
- Handled client relations, maintained firm calendar, and produced documents involving litigation, contract agreements, bylaws, briefs, memorandums of law, and affidavits
- Assisted with preparation, filing, and service of pleadings
- Researched case-related factual issues using in-house files and outside reference sources
- Scheduled meetings, interviews, and appointments with clients, lawyers, and witnesses.
Guest Services Manager
Highgate Hotels Inc.
06.2022 - 04.2023
- Assisted Front Office Manager while providing attentive, courteous, and effective service to all guests
- Successfully resolved guest complaints, prior to arrival and throughout their stay, while maximizing room revenue and occupancy
- Fully comprehended and operated all aspects of Front Office computer system, including software maintenance
- Established and maintained good communications with fellow staff and third-party employees
- Assisted in training and cross-training of new hires, current employees, and third-party employees on regular basis.
Client Advisor
Louis Vuitton
02.2022 - 06.2022
- Handled and executed complete range of inquiries and requests including product availability and holds, transaction history, and shipping/order status
- Excelled in meeting sales targets, contributing significantly to the overall success of the team
- Demonstrated adaptability by quickly learning new systems, tools, or products as necessary for the job
- Strengthened client relationships through regular communication and proactive follow-up on inquiries
- Managed a diverse portfolio of clients, effectively balancing priorities and meeting deadlines
Executive Assistant
Pure Management
08.2021 - 04.2022
- Handled confidential and sensitive information with discretion and tact.
- Organized and coordinated conferences and monthly meetings.
- Provided professional administrative support during board meetings, including agenda preparation and minute-taking duties.
- Delivered exceptional organizational support enabling executive focus on high-level strategic initiatives fostering company growth.
- Managed executive calendars, scheduling meetings and appointments and coordinating travel arrangements to optimize time.
Part-Time Sales Lead
Kids Foot Locker
08.2019 - 02.2022
- Ensured high levels of customer satisfaction by being knowledgeable on all products offered and teaming up with co-workers to provide excellent sales service
- Acted as partner between customers, sales associates, Assistant Manager, and Store Manager
- Delivered sales, customer experience, merchandising, visual, and operational expectations
- Established strong rapport with clients through active listening techniques, understanding their unique needs and proposing tailored solutions.
- Cultivated high-performance culture within team by setting clear expectations, providing regular feedback, and recognizing achievements.
Sales Associate
Navy Exchange Pearl Harbor
08.2017 - 06.2019
- Actively searched reference materials to obtain needed information to provide accurate information to customers and close sales with efficiency and customer satisfaction
- Advised customers on use of products and services; explained technical product and service information
- Maintained knowledge of current sales and promotions, policies regarding payment and exchanges, and security practices
- Answered telephones and answered questions regarding store's merchandise.
- Built relationships with customers to encourage repeat business.
Fleet & Family Service Intern
Fleet & Family Services
08.2015 - 06.2017
- Provided administrative support including typing/word processing, mail preparation, copying, distribution, and telephone calls for FFSC personnel
- Answered telephones, ascertained nature of call and directed caller to appropriate staff, took message, or personally provided desired information
- Supported staff members in their daily tasks, reducing workload burden and allowing for increased focus on higher-priority assignments.
- Gained valuable experience working within specific industry, applying learned concepts directly into relevant work situations.
- Contributed to positive team environment by collaborating with fellow interns on group projects and presentations.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Public Administration
University of West Oahu
Honolulu, HI 08.2024 - Current
Associate of Applied Science -
Honolulu Community College
Honolulu, HI 08.2019 - 05.2021
High School Diploma -
E.J. King High School
Sasebo, Japan 08.2015 - 05.2017
Skills
Typing 70 WPM
Records Management
Calendaring and Scheduling
LexisNexis
Time Management
Client Communication
Legal Research
Administrative Support
Certification
Xenophobia Awareness Training
Software
Google Application - Docs, Slides & Sheets
Microsoft Office - Word, Powerpoint & Excel
Adobe Photoshop
Languages
Japanese
Limited Working
Timeline
Bachelor of Science - Public Administration
University of West Oahu
08.2024 - Current
Paralegal
Law Office of Kevin S. Kimura
11.2023 - Current
Legal Assistant
Motooka Rosenberg Lau & Oyama LLLC
04.2023 - 02.2024
Guest Services Manager
Highgate Hotels Inc.
06.2022 - 04.2023
Client Advisor
Louis Vuitton
02.2022 - 06.2022
Executive Assistant
Pure Management
08.2021 - 04.2022
Associate of Applied Science -
Honolulu Community College
08.2019 - 05.2021
Part-Time Sales Lead
Kids Foot Locker
08.2019 - 02.2022
Sales Associate
Navy Exchange Pearl Harbor
08.2017 - 06.2019
High School Diploma -
E.J. King High School
08.2015 - 05.2017
Fleet & Family Service Intern
Fleet & Family Services
08.2015 - 06.2017
Xenophobia Awareness Training
BLS Certification
Registered Behavioral Technician
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