Ariela J. Saladin
Miami,FL
Summary
Resourceful Legal Assistant known for high productivity and efficient task completion. Possess specialized skills in legal research, document drafting, and case management. Excel in communication, time management, and problem-solving to deliver impactful support in fast-paced legal environments.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
Work History
Student Program Coordinator
Center for Leadership and Experience, Florida International University
Miami, USA
06.2024 - Current
- Assisted new students with learning about and engaging in university programs.
- Prepared and distributed publications related to student clubs, services and activities.
- Prepared reports on the progress of various projects related to student programming.
- Maintained records of program participation data.
Legal Assistant
Babun and Torres Law Firm P.A
Miami, USA
02.2024 - Current
- Scanned physical documents into electronic format for storage in a secure database system.
- Maintained client confidentiality in all matters.
- Provided administrative support to attorneys by managing calendars; scheduling appointments; organizing files; preparing correspondence; filing court documents; and obtaining necessary signatures.
- Maintained knowledge on case status by reviewing relevant records and reporting back to clients.
- Ensured that all paperwork was properly filed according to established procedures.
- Met with clients and attorneys to discuss case details and evidence.
- Managed office scheduling and kept accurate notes on deadlines, motions, and other dates.
- Answered phones promptly while providing courteous customer service.
- Organized legal documents in company filing systems and databases.
- Responded to client calls and inquiries to deliver applicable information.
- Reviewed and prepared legal documents, such as contracts, pleadings, motions, briefs, memoranda of law and discovery requests.
- Proofread drafts of legal documents for accuracy in grammar and punctuation.
- Updated databases with new information received from attorneys or clients.
Front Desk/Office Assistant
Department of Politics and International Relations, Florida International University
Miami, USA
08.2023 - 04.2024
- Maintained positive working relationship with fellow staff and management.
- Provided administrative support for multiple departments within the organization.
- Maintained an organized front desk area by keeping it clean at all times.
- Handled confidential information in a professional manner as required by company policy.
- Answered incoming calls, directed calls to appropriate staff members, and took messages when necessary.
- Scheduled appointments for advisors using the office calendar system.
- Greeted students and professors to assist in navigating space.
Front Desk/ Receptionist
Department of Dietetics and Nutrition, Florida International University
Miami, USA
10.2022 - 04.2023
- Greeted students, answered general questions and directed to appropriate locations.
- Monitored and ordered office supplies, ensuring adequate stock levels.
- Answered incoming calls, redirected callers to the appropriate personnel or department and took messages as needed.
- Supplied callers with office address and directions, employee email addresses and phone extensions.
- Assisted in the preparation of meeting rooms and facilities for scheduled events.
- Maintained a clean and organized reception area to uphold company image.
- Protected student's rights by maintaining confidentiality of personal and financial information.
- Scheduled and confirmed appointments for students and professors.
Education
Bachelor's Degree - Criminal Justice
Florida International University
Miami, FL04.2026
Skills
- Document control
- Family Law
- Scheduling/Planning
- Exceptional telephone etiquette
- Legal document preparation
- Administrative support
- Microsoft office
- Database management
- Document editing
- Data entry
- Appointment scheduling
- Filing
- Fluent in Spanish and English
- Front office management
- Client communication
Languages
- Fluent in English
- Fluent in Spanish
Affiliations
- Volunteer at Nicklaus Children's Hospital - Bedside Buddies Program
- Member of Empowering Women in Law, FIU
- Member of Black Women in Law, FIU
Languages
Spanish
Native/ Bilingual
Timeline
Student Program Coordinator
Center for Leadership and Experience, Florida International University
06.2024 - Current
Legal Assistant
Babun and Torres Law Firm P.A
02.2024 - Current
Front Desk/Office Assistant
Department of Politics and International Relations, Florida International University
08.2023 - 04.2024
Front Desk/ Receptionist
Department of Dietetics and Nutrition, Florida International University
10.2022 - 04.2023
Bachelor's Degree - Criminal Justice
Florida International University
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