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Dallanna Valdez

Dallanna Valdez

South Gate,CA

Summary

Highly motivated and detail-oriented legal professional with proven experience supporting attorneys in litigation, corporate transactions, and estate planning. Skilled in legal research, document drafting, case management, and compliance. Adept at thriving in high-pressure, fast-paced environments while managing multiple priorities with precision. Recognized for strong organizational skills, a proactive problem-solving approach, and a commitment to delivering accurate, timely results. A collaborative team player with excellent communication, interpersonal, and critical thinking abilities; dedicated to contributing to your firm’s success.

Overview

4
4
years of professional experience

Work History

Paralegal

Safa Law Firm, APC.
08.2023 - Current
  • Reduced attorney workload by drafting routine legal documents such as pleadings, motions, and affidavits.
  • Managed scheduling of court calendars and deadlines to maintain smooth flow of firm operations.
  • Enhanced case efficiency by organizing and maintaining legal documents, files, and correspondence.
  • Assisted counsel in preparing answers, providing documentation, and information for discovery request.
  • Boosted office productivity by maintaining an accurate calendar of appointments, deadlines, and court appearances.
  • Improved negotiation outcomes by building strong, collaborative relationships with medical providers, resulting in a higher overall success rate.

Paralegal/ Litigation Assistant

Sweet James, LLP
04.2023 - 07.2023
  • Maintained and organized litigation files, ensuring accuracy and completeness of information.
  • Gathered evidence through the review of medical records, police reports, witness statements.
  • Performed due diligence tasks related to complex business transactions involving mergers and acquisitions.
  • Provided administrative support such as drafting correspondence, scheduling appointments, and managing calendars.
  • Assisted in preparing court filings as needed for litigation purposes or deposition preparation.
  • Answered client inquiries regarding status of their claims or other matters related to their case.
  • Worked closely with co-counsels in assisting with referred or associated matters.
  • Created case reviews.
  • Managed deadlines for statues and obtained conformed copies for our review, in order to be in compliance.
  • Reviewed incoming mail and emails daily to determine urgency level so that matters could be addressed in a timely manner.
  • Responded to requests for information from opposing counsels regarding cases under review.
  • Operated office equipment such as photocopiers, scanners, fax machines, efficiently in order to meet tight deadlines.
  • Answered telephones professionally; responded to inquiries promptly while maintaining accurate records of calls received.

Paralegal

The Matian Firm
06.2021 - 01.2023
  • Gathered required immigration application documents and assisted with filing.
  • Prepared accurate and complete forms in consultation with client and submitted applications to correct government entities on behalf of client.
  • Organized visa paperwork, asylum requests, translations and affidavits.
  • Collected information from clients, completed paperwork and determined initial strategies.
  • Drafted and sent correspondence to clients and assisted clients with documentation acquisition and assembly and completion of forms.
  • Reviewed client files regularly, consulted attorney and prepared regular status reports to clients and tracked multiple deadlines simultaneously for employer clients.
  • Maintained up-to-date knowledge of immigration regulations and policies by attending workshops, seminars and other educational offerings.
  • Translated immigration documents to explain relevance to potential residents.
  • Obtained and reviewed client documentation and analyzed and summarized data.

Legal Assistant

Barkhodarian Law Firm
Culver City, California
12.2020 - 06.2021
  • Mailed and arranged for delivery of legal correspondence to clients, witnesses and court officials.
  • Managed office scheduling and kept accurate notes on deadlines, motions and other dates.
  • Handled telephone calls, meeting plans and conference organization requirements.
  • Followed risk and compliance policies and procedures to promote business activities.
  • Conducted thorough research and review of case information to assist attorneys.
  • Drafted motions, briefs and other legal documents.
  • Maintained knowledge on case status by reviewing relevant records and reporting back to clients.
  • Corresponded daily with clients, insurance adjusters, doctors and attorneys.

Skills

  • Proficient in MS office
  • Case management
  • Client communication
  • Document preparation
  • Court filings
  • Calendar management
  • Multitasking skills
  • Schedule management
  • Deadline monitoring
  • FLUENT IN SPANISH

Timeline

Paralegal

Safa Law Firm, APC.
08.2023 - Current

Paralegal/ Litigation Assistant

Sweet James, LLP
04.2023 - 07.2023

Paralegal

The Matian Firm
06.2021 - 01.2023

Legal Assistant

Barkhodarian Law Firm
12.2020 - 06.2021

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