Ashley Beth Rocha
San Diego,CA
Summary
Dedicated legal professional, hardworking and dedicated to client advocacy. Proven success in building trusting rapport with clients and offering sound legal advice in clear and universal terms. Communicates clearly and effectively with clients, opposing counsel, jurors and judges. Adept at developing lasting professional relationships.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Associate Attorney
Contreras Law Firm
San Diego, California
07.2022 - Current
- Conducted legal research and conferred with colleagues with subject matter expertise to develop strategies and arguments in preparation for presentation of cases
- Prepare various pleadings including Pre-Trial Pleadings and Motions, and Discovery Motions, as well as pre-litigation letters and demands, and written discovery
- Developed strategies to resolve cases in client's best interest
- Assessed cases for probable outcomes by researching black letter law and other legal authority, comparing fact patterns to those of precedential cases
Junior Associate Attorney
Horton, Oberrecht & Kirkpatrick
San Diego, CA
05.2020 - 07.2022
- Diligently manage cases toward resolution and closure, respond promptly to case developments, proactively handle files to address delays in resolution or to present alternative resolution strategies to clients to bring about the client’s desired result
- Maintain frequent communication with clients and insurance adjusters to provide immediate updates on significant case developments, outcomes of hearings, and depositions
- Keep clients fully and timely informed about each case, making sure to respond to client inquiries in a timely manner
- Prepare various pleadings including Pre-Trial Pleadings and Motions, and Discovery Motions, as well as pre-litigation letters and demands, and written discovery
- Specifically, prepare for Mandatory Settlement Conferences by identifying all stipulated facts, legal issues and the designation of documents and witnesses necessary to sustain client’s position at time of trial
- Appear for various types of court proceedings and depositions. Thoroughly prepare for the appearance in order to achieve the client’s objectives, and in anticipation of all possible arguments by opposing counsel and/or questions raised by the Judge.
- Ensure compliance with firm guidelines, client guidelines, and each insurance guidelines by maintaining organizational skills. This includes constant review of e-mails and correspondence to ensure time sensitive matters are promptly addressed
Legal Assistant
Horton, Oberrecht & Kirkpatrick
San Diego, CA
09.2019 - 05.2020
- Worked alongside attorneys, administrative assistants and fellow legal assistants on complex cases and legal processes
- Assisted counsel in preparing answers, providing documentation and information for discovery request
- Researched state statutes, decisions, legal articles, codes and documents
- Prepared case summaries for mediation conferences
Legal Intern
California Innocence Project, CIP
San Diego, CA
05.2017 - 05.2018
- Assisted with the intake process of potential clients by reading mail and legal documents to determine whether an inmate met CIP’s criteria
- Responded and communicated with inmates, families, lawyers and courts regarding status of cases, need for additional information, and plans of action
- Drafted memos to handling attorneys discussing legal issues, including likelihood of overturning wrongful convictions
Barista and Partner
Starbucks
Moreno Valley, CA
05.2013 - 08.2015
- Greet Customers and provide them with appropriate knowledge to better their experience and ensure business efficacy
- Perform daily store operations including assistance with customers, promote quality products, and keep record of inventory
Education
J.D. -
Thomas Jefferson School of Law
San Diego, CA05.2018
Bachelor of Arts - Ethnic Studies
University of California, Riverside
Riverside, CA06.2013
Skills
- Case Law and Outcome Analysis
- Legal Research and Review
- Drafting Motions and Disclosures
- Discovery and Document Review
- Proficient in Westlaw, Microsoft Word, Excel, Power Point, Adobe, WordPerfect,
- Tabs and CLIO legal billing program, Windows and Mac operating systems
Additional Information
- Volunteer Activities: , Kappa Kappa Gamma, Riverside, CA House Chair Advisor, September 2020-Present Advise and overlook the House Chair’s responsibilities for the Kappa Kappa Gamma organization at the University of California, Riverside.
Timeline
Associate Attorney
Contreras Law Firm
07.2022 - Current
Junior Associate Attorney
Horton, Oberrecht & Kirkpatrick
05.2020 - 07.2022
Legal Assistant
Horton, Oberrecht & Kirkpatrick
09.2019 - 05.2020
Legal Intern
California Innocence Project, CIP
05.2017 - 05.2018
Barista and Partner
Starbucks
05.2013 - 08.2015
J.D. -
Thomas Jefferson School of Law
Bachelor of Arts - Ethnic Studies
University of California, Riverside