Carina Puyol
North Hollywood
Summary
Effective law professional with proven track record of successfully representing clients in court, developing legal strategies and drafting and negotiating contracts. Well-versed in principles of family law, civil litigation and criminal law. Works independently and collaboratively as part of team.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
Work History
Litigation Lawyer
Own Practice
02.2014 - 09.2023
- Analyzed legal documents and identified pertinent issues for clients.
- Communicated with clients and collected information to research cases and prepare settlement offers.
- Counseled clients on potential outcomes of legal matters.
- Developed strategies for court proceedings and negotiations.
- Explained available courses of action and possible repercussions of cases to clients.
- Researched and wrote contracts, agreements and proposals.
- Created and finalized contracts and other legal documents for clients.
- Drafted demurrers and replied to oppositions.
- Presented key evidence and exhibits during civil trials.
- Interpreted laws, rulings and regulations for individuals and businesses.
- Represented clients in court hearings and in negotiations with other parties.
- Interviewed witnesses and gathered public record research relevant to each case.
Lawyer
ESTUDIO TROCHE. ABOGADOS
06.2012 - 02.2014
- Analyzed legal documents and identified pertinent issues for clients.
- Communicated with clients and collected information to research cases and prepare settlement offers.
- Counseled clients on potential outcomes of legal matters.
- Developed strategies for court proceedings and negotiations.
- Explained available courses of action and possible repercussions of cases to clients.
- Researched and wrote contracts, agreements and proposals.
- Created and finalized contracts and other legal documents for clients.
- Drafted demurrers and replied to oppositions.
- Presented key evidence and exhibits during civil trials.
- Interpreted laws, rulings and regulations for individuals and businesses.
- Prepared and filed pleadings, motions and other legal documents in court proceedings.
- Negotiated settlements with opposing counsel.
- Researched, wrote and filed motions, writs and briefs for each case.
- Minimized risk exposure through careful advice on business operations and strategic plans.
- Drafted motions, petitions and waivers.
- Represented clients in court hearings and in negotiations with other parties.
- Interviewed witnesses and gathered public record research relevant to each case.
Litigation Lawyer
Bonzi & Puyol. Abogados.
06.2011 - 06.2012
- Analyzed legal documents and identified pertinent issues for clients.
- Communicated with clients and collected information to research cases and prepare settlement offers.
- Counseled clients on potential outcomes of legal matters.
- Developed strategies for court proceedings and negotiations.
- Explained available courses of action and possible repercussions of cases to clients.
- Researched and wrote contracts, agreements and proposals.
- Created and finalized contracts and other legal documents for clients.
- Drafted demurrers and replied to oppositions.
- Presented key evidence and exhibits during civil trials.
- Interpreted laws, rulings and regulations for individuals and businesses.
- Prepared and filed pleadings, motions and other legal documents in court proceedings.
- Negotiated settlements with opposing counsel.
- Researched, wrote and filed motions, writs and briefs for each case.
- Minimized risk exposure through careful advice on business operations and strategic plans.
- Drafted motions, petitions and waivers.
- Represented clients in court hearings and in negotiations with other parties.
- Interviewed witnesses and gathered public record research relevant to each case.
Litigation Lawyer
Carlos Alberto Ruffinelli Albertini. Abogado.
05.2003 - 05.2011
- Analyzed legal documents and identified pertinent issues for clients.
- Communicated with clients and collected information to research cases and prepare settlement offers.
- Counseled clients on potential outcomes of legal matters.
- Developed strategies for court proceedings and negotiations.
- Reviewed and analyzed pertinent state and federal laws and legal precedents.
- Explained available courses of action and possible repercussions of cases to clients.
- Researched and wrote contracts, agreements and proposals.
- Created and finalized contracts and other legal documents for clients.
- Drafted demurrers and replied to oppositions.
- Presented key evidence and exhibits during civil trials.
- Interpreted laws, rulings and regulations for individuals and businesses.
- Prepared and filed pleadings, motions and other legal documents in court proceedings.
- Negotiated settlements with opposing counsel.
- Researched, wrote and filed motions, writs and briefs for each case.
- Minimized risk exposure through careful advice on business operations and strategic plans.
- Drafted motions, petitions and waivers.
- Represented clients in court hearings and in negotiations with other parties.
- Interviewed witnesses and gathered public record research relevant to each case.
Court Assistant
Defensora Especializada De La Niñez.
04.2001 - 05.2003
- Reviewed legal information and proofed documentation for errors.
- Analyzed facts and case law to determine possible defenses for clients.
- Interviewed and communicated with clients via phone or email.
- Assisted in developing processes to expedite legal procedures.
- Attended depositions and court proceedings and prepared summaries on cases.
- Conducted initial client interviews, gathering facts and preparing case summaries.
- Interviewed clients to obtain information relevant to cases.
- Researched statutes, decisions, legal articles, and codes.
- Communicated pertinent information to clients via phone, email, and mail.
- Prepared court orders and judgments for signature.
- Provided assistance to attorneys and court personnel in courtroom
- Reviewed court documents to process subpoenas, motions and pleadings.
- Examined legal documents submitted to courts for adherence to laws and court procedures.
- Responded to in-person and telephone requests for information from general public, attorneys and other involved parties.
- Researched case law and legal documents to support judicial decisions.
- Performed routine data entry or document management.
- Responded to requests for information from public, other municipalities or state and federal legislative offices.
Court Assistant
Juzgado Penal Liquidación Y Sentencia N. 1
03.2000 - 03.2001
- Provided assistance to attorneys and court personnel in courtroom
- Assisted court in scheduling hearings, meetings and other events to support seamless operations.
- Examined legal documents submitted to courts for adherence to laws and court procedures.
- Responded to in-person and telephone requests for information from general public, attorneys and other involved parties.
- Researched case law and legal documents to support judicial decisions.
- Performed routine data entry or document management.
- Responded to requests for information from public, other municipalities or state and federal legislative offices.
Education
Juris Doctor in Paraguayan Law - Law
Universidad Católica Nuestra Señora De La Asunción
Asunción, ParaguayHigh School Diploma -
Colegio Sagrado Corazón De Jesús, Salesianito.
Asunción, Paraguay.Superior Education Didactic Specialist -
Universidad Autónoma De Asunción
Asunción, Paraguay05.2019
Contracts And Civil Liability Specialist. -
Universidad De Salamanca.
Salamanca, Spain06.2016
Skills
- Critical Thinking
- Reading Comprehension
- Complex Problem-Solving
- Time Management
- Oral Arguments
- Social Perceptiveness
- Litigation and Contracts
- Case Management
- Active Learning
- Client Interviews
- Review of Motions
- Argue Motions
- Case Analyzation
- Cross Examination
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
English
Full Professional
Italian
Limited Working
Timeline
Litigation Lawyer
Own Practice
02.2014 - 09.2023
Lawyer
ESTUDIO TROCHE. ABOGADOS
06.2012 - 02.2014
Litigation Lawyer
Bonzi & Puyol. Abogados.
06.2011 - 06.2012
Litigation Lawyer
Carlos Alberto Ruffinelli Albertini. Abogado.
05.2003 - 05.2011
Court Assistant
Defensora Especializada De La Niñez.
04.2001 - 05.2003
Court Assistant
Juzgado Penal Liquidación Y Sentencia N. 1
03.2000 - 03.2001
Juris Doctor in Paraguayan Law - Law
Universidad Católica Nuestra Señora De La Asunción
High School Diploma -
Colegio Sagrado Corazón De Jesús, Salesianito.
Superior Education Didactic Specialist -
Universidad Autónoma De Asunción
Contracts And Civil Liability Specialist. -
Universidad De Salamanca.
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