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Aliah Marquez

Bakersfield,CA

Summary

Highly Skilled in drafting legal documents, managing case files, and coordinating meetings. Strong attention to detail and excellent time management abilities. I am a trusted Paralegal offering extensive legal skill set, proficiency in managing large caseloads and capacity to meet deadlines. Collects, organizes, analyzes and disseminates significant amounts of information with attention to detail and accuracy. Exercises independent judgment regarding legal and contractual matters within broadly defined practices and policies. Committed job seeker with a history of meeting company needs with consistent and organized practices. Skilled in working under pressure and adapting to new situations and challenges to best enhance the organizational brand. Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong worth ethic, adaptability and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills.

Overview

6
6
years of professional experience

Work History

Paralegal

Michael R. Kilpatrick and Associates
Bakersfield, United States
02.2021 - Current
  • Assisted attorney in legal research and document preparation
  • Managed case files and maintained organized records
  • Drafted legal documents, including contracts and pleadings
  • Scheduled and coordinated meetings and court appearances
  • Reviewed and organized legal documents, such as pleadings, motions, and briefs.
  • Drafted correspondence to clients and other attorneys.
  • Prepared trial notebooks for court proceedings.
  • Conducted research on relevant laws, regulations, judicial decisions, and legal articles.
  • Assisted in the preparation of legal arguments and memoranda of law.
  • Collaborated with attorneys in all stages of litigation process.
  • Drafted discovery responses including interrogatories and requests for production of documents.
  • Attended court proceedings to observe trials or hearings.
  • Advised clients on procedural matters related to their cases.
  • Researched applicable statutes, codes, regulations, ordinances, and precedent cases.
  • Coordinated subpoena services and other support activities for legal office.
  • Filed motions with courts electronically or via hard copy.
  • Drafted motions, briefs and other legal documents.

Legal Secretary

Michael R. Kilpatrick and Associates
Bakersfield, United States
10.2019 - 02.2021
  • Conducted client interviews and gathered relevant information
  • Assisted in trial preparation and attended court hearings
  • Managed and organized legal documents and correspondence
  • Performed legal research and prepared case summaries
  • Drafted, edited and finalized legal documents such as contracts, pleadings and motions.
  • Answered incoming calls from clients and attorneys to provide assistance or route calls to appropriate personnel.
  • Prepared correspondence, memos, reports and other legal documents using Microsoft Word.
  • Coordinated court filings including scheduling hearings, filing deadlines and calendaring events.
  • Maintained attorney calendars by keeping track of appointments, meetings and conferences.
  • Transcribed dictation from audio recordings into written form utilizing digital recording equipment.
  • Assisted in trial preparation activities such as organizing exhibits, preparing witness binders and assembling jury instructions.
  • Photocopied all correspondence, documents and other printed materials.
  • Composed and revised legal documents, letters, depositions and court documents.
  • Drafted letters and prepared legal correspondence for attorneys and legal assistants.
  • Received and disbursed incoming mail.
  • Assisted in preparation of engagement letters.

Receptionist

Michael R. Kilpatrick and Associates
Bakersfield, United States
01.2019 - 10.2019
  • Provided administrative support to attorneys and legal staff
  • Prepared and proofread legal documents and correspondence
  • Maintained calendars and scheduled appointments
  • Managed client communications and maintained confidentiality
  • Greeted visitors and provided them with assistance.
  • Answered incoming calls, took messages, and transferred calls to appropriate departments or personnel.
  • Scheduled appointments for clients, customers, and other visitors.
  • Maintained a neat reception area by organizing materials and tidying up furniture.
  • Performed data entry tasks into various computer systems accurately and promptly.
  • Assisted in maintaining office supplies inventory by checking stock to determine inventory level; anticipating needed supplies; placing orders for supplies; verifying receipt of supplies.
  • Managed all incoming mail distribution, courier services, faxes, and photocopying documents as requested.
  • Provided administrative support to staff members including typing letters, filing documents, and scanning and copying documents when necessary.
  • Responded to inquiries from internal staff members regarding office operations issues such as mail delivery or office equipment maintenance.
  • Provided excellent customer service at all times while interacting with both internal and external customers.
  • Scheduled and confirmed appointments.
  • Answered and directed incoming calls using multi-line telephone system.

Education

High School Diploma -

Ridgeview High School
Bakersfield, CA
06.2017

Paralegal Certificate -

California State University
Long Beach, CA

Skills

  • Legal research
  • Document preparation
  • Case management
  • Client communication
  • Trial preparation
  • Attention to detail
  • Time management
  • Teamwork
  • Marital Settlement Agreements
  • Document Preparation
  • Legal Research
  • Litigation Support
  • Attorney Support
  • Database Research
  • Proficient in MS Office

Timeline

Paralegal

Michael R. Kilpatrick and Associates
02.2021 - Current

Legal Secretary

Michael R. Kilpatrick and Associates
10.2019 - 02.2021

Receptionist

Michael R. Kilpatrick and Associates
01.2019 - 10.2019

High School Diploma -

Ridgeview High School

Paralegal Certificate -

California State University
Aliah Marquez