BÁRBARA DEVILLART
Los Angeles
Summary
Brazilian‑licensed attorney with extensive experience in civil litigation, legal drafting, document review, case management, and legal strategy development. Strong background in coordinating legal teams, hiring staff, supervising deadlines, and conducting hearings. Seeking roles as Legal Assistant, Paralegal Assistant, or Case Manager.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
Attorney / Civil Litigation Coordinator
Azulay Advogados Associados
01.2013 - 01.2020
- Managed large portfolio of civil litigation cases.
- Drafted motions, briefs, appeals, and legal documents.
- 2015: Responsible for hiring interns.
- 2016: Responsible for hiring attorneys, interns, and administrative staff.
- 2017: Promoted to Civil Litigation Coordinator; supervised team performance and complex matters.
- Developed strategies, conducted hearings, and communicated with courts.
Civil Litigation Assistant
Batista da Costa e Prokopiuk Advogados Associados
01.2011 - 01.2013
- Conducted hearings, managed deadlines, and organized civil litigation files.
Legal Assistant
Lucena & Serra Advogados Associados
01.2006 - 01.2011
- Drafted legal documents, handled hearings, and managed procedural timelines.
Legal Intern
Alves e Caldeira Advogados Associados
01.2003 - 01.2006
- Organized case files, monitored deadlines, and handled court‑related tasks.
Administrative Assistant
Orplan Engenharia
01.2001 - 01.2003
- Managed purchasing, supplier communication, and document analysis.
- Sent documentation to Petrobras for reimbursement.
- Coordinated travel schedules and administrative tasks.
Education
Bachelor of Law (LL.B.) -
UniverCidade
Skills
- Legal Research & Drafting
- Civil Litigation Support
- Case Management & Deadline Control
- Document Review & Organization
- Court Procedures & Hearing Attendance
- Client and Attorney Communication
- Legal Strategy Development
- Team Leadership & Staff Coordination
Personal Information
Work Permit: Authorized to work in the United States (Lawful Permanent Resident – Green Card)
Bar Association
180.915, Rio de Janeiro, Brazil
Timeline
Attorney / Civil Litigation Coordinator
Azulay Advogados Associados
01.2013 - 01.2020
Civil Litigation Assistant
Batista da Costa e Prokopiuk Advogados Associados
01.2011 - 01.2013
Legal Assistant
Lucena & Serra Advogados Associados
01.2006 - 01.2011
Legal Intern
Alves e Caldeira Advogados Associados
01.2003 - 01.2006
Administrative Assistant
Orplan Engenharia
01.2001 - 01.2003
Bachelor of Law (LL.B.) -
UniverCidade