Cindy Campa
Madera
Summary
Experienced paralegal/legal assistant, particularly in the Workers' Compensation field. With top skills in communication, data management, critical thinking, legal research, drafting legal documents, and case management. Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong work ethic, adaptability, and exceptional interpersonal skills. Utilizes organizational skills and attention to detail to ensure accuracy and compliance with legal standards. Knowledge of legal procedures and effective communication skills to support attorneys in achieving favorable outcomes. Adept at working effectively in group settings or unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills. Positive attitude with the ability to handle constructive criticism in a graceful and healthy way.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Legal Assistant
Michael Sullivan & Associates, LLP
10.2018 - Current
- Reviewed and prepared legal documents, such as contracts, pleadings, motions, briefs, memoranda of law and discovery requests.
- Ensured that all paperwork was properly filed according to established procedures.
- Updated databases with new information received from attorneys or clients.
- Processed incoming mail on a daily basis.
- Analyzed data related to cases for use in research or litigation purposes.
- Scanned physical documents into electronic format for storage in a secure database system.
- Provided administrative support to attorneys by managing calendars; scheduling appointments; organizing files; preparing correspondence; filing court documents; and obtaining necessary signatures.
- Coordinated travel arrangements for attorneys attending out-of-town meetings or conferences.
- Greeted clients upon arrival at office and provided assistance as needed.
- Assisted with document production and deposition preparation.
- Maintained client confidentiality in all matters.
- Organized exhibits for trial proceedings.
- Researched case law, statutes, regulations and other legal authorities to support assigned tasks.
- Compiled financial records related to specific cases.
- Proofread drafts of legal documents for accuracy in grammar and punctuation.
- Answered phones promptly while providing courteous customer service.
- Filed clients' legal documents in relevant courts for processing.
- Conducted thorough research and review of case information to assist attorneys.
- Redacted confidential information from legal documents on case-by-case basis.
- Provided administrative support to boost firm's document production and legal correspondence.
- Coordinated the distribution of legal materials to other parties as required.
- Corresponded daily with clients, insurance adjusters, doctors and attorneys.
- Responded to client calls and inquiries to deliver applicable information.
- Organized and prepared case exhibits and evidence for trial.
- Processed closing documents and transactional documents
Legal Assistant
Law Offices of Goldberg & Ibarra
08.2015 - 10.2018
- Reviewed and prepared legal documents, such as contracts, pleadings, motions, briefs, memoranda of law and discovery requests.
- Ensured that all paperwork was properly filed according to established procedures.
- Generated reports summarizing case progress for internal use.
- Maintained inventory levels of office supplies necessary for day-to-day operations.
- Updated databases with new information received from attorneys or clients.
- Analyzed data related to cases for use in research or litigation purposes.
- Processed incoming mail on a daily basis.
- Scanned physical documents into electronic format for storage in a secure database system.
- Provided administrative support to attorneys by managing calendars; scheduling appointments; organizing files; preparing correspondence; filing court documents; and obtaining necessary signatures.
- Greeted clients upon arrival at office and provided assistance as needed.
- Conducted interviews with potential witnesses to obtain statements relevant to pending cases.
- Maintained client confidentiality in all matters.
- Organized exhibits for trial proceedings.
- Researched case law, statutes, regulations and other legal authorities to support assigned tasks.
- Proofread drafts of legal documents for accuracy in grammar and punctuation.
- Answered phones promptly while providing courteous customer service.
- Filed clients' legal documents in relevant courts for processing.
- Conducted thorough research and review of case information to assist attorneys.
- Provided administrative support to boost firm's document production and legal correspondence.
- Filed pleadings and paperwork with court clerk to meet strict deadlines.
- Corresponded daily with clients, insurance adjusters, doctors and attorneys.
- Mailed and arranged for delivery of legal correspondence to clients, witnesses and court officials.
- Participated in client interviews, observed questioning process and documented information.
- Responded to client calls and inquiries to deliver applicable information.
- Organized and prepared case exhibits and evidence for trial.
- Contacted witnesses and scheduled interviews and evaluations.
- Performed extensive research to prepare for court cases and gathered pertinent case information.
Education
Associate of Science - Business Administration And Management
Fresno City College
Fresno, CA05-2027
Certificate - Paralegal Studies
California State University, Long Beach
Long Beach, CA06-2018
Skills
- Bilingual - Spanish and English
- Client/customer service and support
- Efficient at acquiring new skills
- Legal document preparation
- Document editing/ Proofreading
- Confidentiality
- Office administrative support
- Proficient in legal terminology
- File organization
- Calendar/schedule management
- Document drafting
- Document filing
- Legal/Court processes
- Exceptional telephone etiquette
- Case management Support
- Litigation support
- Ethics compliance
- Legal compliance
- Transcription
- Client billing
- Legal research and writing
- Proficient in MS office
- Meeting/deposition preparation
- Legal and court processes
- Deadline monitoring
Timeline
Legal Assistant
Michael Sullivan & Associates, LLP
10.2018 - Current
Legal Assistant
Law Offices of Goldberg & Ibarra
08.2015 - 10.2018
Associate of Science - Business Administration And Management
Fresno City College
Certificate - Paralegal Studies
California State University, Long Beach
References
- Diana Frausto - (559) 290-2693
- Riorri Silva - (559) 978-2433
- Crystal Watts - (559) 320-9363