Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Legal Assistant
Ahluwalia Law Offices
08.2022 - Current
Handle a caseload of immigration matters directly, under the supervision of an attorney to help assist with the completion of USCIS immigration petitions.
Analyze case documents and prepare immigration applications for filing.
Maintain case files in accordance to overseeing policies, procedures, and best practices.
Compiled client application packets and included relevant documentation to present strongest case for successful outcome.
Filed correspondence and legal documents in correct client files and transmitted applicable documentation to courts and government agencies.
Communicate regularly with clients regarding procedural and case processing. Following up with Client regarding missing information, sending checklists, giving case updates, and etc.
Filling Clients petitions. (PERMS for example.)
Work well under deadlines, handle confidential information with professionalism, and display strong interpersonal skills.
Possess excellent attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple assignments with minimal supervision.
Perform legal reach utilizing both local and electronic research tools.
Handle the social media marketing and branding of our firm.
Schedule consultations and assist in making appointments for associate attorney.
Medical Records Clerk
Waranch and Nunn
09.2021 - 01.2022
Request client medical records and bills with or without affidavits
Experience with Chart swap
Work closely with medical providers, record services and billing companies to obtain documents as quickly as possible via phone, fax, and email
Order medical records, billing records, radiology imaging, etc. with & without affidavit
Review medical bills to update case management software with total charges, payments, adjustments, and balances
Follow up everyday with medical records retrieval to confirm if they received request
Responsible for safeguarding client records and ensuring compliance with HIPAA standards
Ensured medical records are assembled in standard order and are accurate and complete
Follow up on open records requests weekly, pay invoices and schedule couriers
Upload/Save all records received to legal system as they arrive
OCR and redact clients records for Attorneys
Search for subrogation liens (hospital, Medicaid/care, child support, etc.)
Verify balances for all medical providers for demands or mediation
Prepared demand packages to send to adjusters for negotiation process
Sent and Requested settlement reductions to medical providers when we are close to settling the case.
Respond to expedite requests for records also in retrieving them and transmitting them appropriately.
Opened claims for clients, opened claims for the property damage, request and follow up frequently with adjusters to accept liability, set up inspections, & monitor treatment.
Contract Work Temporary Jobs
Cornerstone Staffing, Inc. Temporary Contract Position
04.2021 - 09.2021
Learned and frequently used multiple sales systems to investigate, track and correct customers' issues.
Assisted customers with sales needs such as inventory and shipping questions.
Collaborated with vendor development and support staff to resolve various issues impacting sales activities.
Developed working knowledge of CRM to effectively track sales leads and activities.
Answered customer questions about products and services, helped locate merchandise and promoted key items.
Legal Receptionist
Hammerle
11.2020 - 03.2021
Handling incoming and outgoing telephone calls, facsimile transmissions, and mail
Direct messages to appropriate attorney and assistance
Schedule consultations over the phone
Greeting Clients and Helping Them Navigate the Office
Setting Up Conference Rooms
Serving Refreshments to visitors or Ordering Meals for Meetings as Needed
Identifying, organizing, formatting and processing legal documents for the attorneys
Managed check requests, expense reimbursement requests, invoices and accounts payable and receivable information.
Drafting general correspondence
Well versed in Texas e-filing in state and with the federal courts
Extensive Calendaring and scheduling of deadlines for the attorneys in Outlook
Providing general clerical support as needed
Using Legal software system Zola
Legal Receptionist
Margaret A. Donnelly law firm
02.2019 - 11.2020
Started to work here Saturdays only after a few months due to starting full time work at J. Alex Law.
Greeting Clients and Visitors.
Communicate with clients on their case status
Answering Phones & Schedule appointments and consultations
Basic office duties such as, filing, scanning, faxing, etc.; and emailing
Sort and scan incoming mail;
File USCIS notices/documents to case folders.
Perform routine clerical duties and other miscellaneous legal duties as assigned.
Public Notary
Manage Filing System using Law Logix
Prepare Weekly Reports
Assist with Event Planning for attorney and office manager
All office supply ordering and keeping the supply closet stocked. This also includes anything supply related to the breakroom.
Conference Room Set up and Cleaning.
Legal Secretary
J.Alex Law Firm
05.2019 - 07.2020
Personal Injury Law Firm
Answering a multi-line phone system, take notes and/or messages and redirect calls to the appropriate individuals.
Greet and assist clients and visitors;
Maintain the waiting area, conference rooms, and other public areas;
Schedule appointments and maintain calendars.
Collate and distribute mail. Organized mail & filed into appropriate client files and/or scanned documents.
Prepare communications, such as memos, emails, invoices, reports and other correspondence
Wrote and edit documents from letters to reports and instructional documents.
Created and maintained filing systems, both electronic and physical.
Manage accounts and perform bookkeeping.
Received incoming calls from existing and potential new clients, insurance adjusters, medical providers, & opposing counsel.
Was trusted with handling of PIP/Settlement/UM/UIM checks & placing them in safe drawer
Kept track & in record all checks in excel sheet
Went to the bank to deposit checks to IOLTA account.
Handled and made payments to depositions, medical service providers, vendors. Created invoices, and reduction requests via electronically through Bill.Com.
Ability to work with various law practice management software, databases, and file systems. Including MyCase & Needles.
Order medical records, billing records, radiology imaging, etc. with & without affidavit
Review medical bills to update case management software with total charges, payments, adjustments, and balances
Follow up on open records requests weekly, pay invoices and schedule couriers
Upload/Save all records received to legal system as they arrive
OCR and redact clients records for Attorneys
Search for subrogation liens (hospital, Medicaid/care, child support, etc.)
Verify balances for all medical providers for demands or mediation
Sent and Requested settlement reductions to medical providers when we are close to settling the case.
Effectively manage a large case load, e-mails, a checklist and deadlines
Receptionist
Baylor Scott & White Health Family Medicine of Associates
02.2018 - 12.2018
Adhered to strict HIPAA guidelines to protect patient privacy.
Managed multi-line phone system and pleasantly greeted patients.
Greet & Check in patients, as well as helped them complete necessary medical forms and documentation.
Managed master calendar and scheduled appointments for providers based on optimal patient loads and clinician availability.
Enhanced office productivity by handling high volume of callers per day.
Checked patient insurance, demographic and health history to keep information current.
Organized paperwork such as charts and reports for office and patient needs. Then Entered collected data into EHR.
Check out patients & Collected and posted deductibles, co-pays and payments for billing.
Verified patient eligibility for insurance coverage and appropriate benefit levels for anticipated services.
Collected patient liability dues according to financial clearance policies related to existing and bad debt accounts. Determined patient liability and advises patient of deposit requirements per policy. Negotiates payment arrangements with patient where necessary per policy.
Assists patients to nursing units by providing directions, personal escort and medical mobility assistance when applicable.
Appropriately escalates potential service issues to management when necessary.
End of Day balancing & reports creation by completing and filing financial documentation for accounting purposes.
Fielded concerns surrounding patients and care, liaising between physician, patient and insurance company.
Kept waiting room neat and organized by stacking magazines, removing trash and cleaning glass.
Medical Receptionist
Pedi Place
02.2017 - 02.2018
Coordinated patient scheduling, check-in, check-out and payments for billing.
Adhered to strict HIPAA guidelines to protect patient privacy.
Gathered forms and copied insurance cards to collect patient information for billing and insurance filing.
Managed multi-line phone system and pleasantly greeted patients.
Scheduled patient appointments in respective doctors' calendars and followed up with reminder phone calls.
Carried out front office duties utilizing data entry skills in framework of medical database.
Sanitized, restocked and organized exam rooms and medical equipment.
Directed patients to exam rooms, fielded questions and prepared for physician examinations.
Collecting and posting deductibles, co-pays and payments.
Collected deductibles and copays to post money to patient accounts.
Verifying insurance benefits
Submitted insurance claims and updated patients' insurance information.
Kept waiting room neat and organized by stacking magazines, removing trash and cleaning glass.
Clerk
Millenium cleaners
10.2008 - 03.2017
Multitask, Customer Service, Cash Handling Fast Paced environment
Promoted customer loyalty and consistent sales by delivering friendly service and knowledgeable assistance.
Entered customer orders into POS system.
Kept office supplies well organized and sufficiently stocked, placing orders promptly to replenish materials before depleted.
Counted money in drawers at beginning and end of each shift.
Maintained reports of transactions and greeted customers when entering and leaving establishment.
Investigated and resolved customer inquiries and complaints quickly.
Developed highly empathetic client relationships and earned reputation for exceeding service standard goals.
Sales Associate/Customer Service
Sally Beauty Supply
06.2014 - 05.2016
Provided positive first impressions to welcome existing, new and potential customers.
Helped customers locate products and checked store system for merchandise at other sites.
Solved customer challenges by offering relevant products and services.
Increased sales by offering advice on purchases and promoting additional products.
Assisted customers with signing up for store loyalty programs and provided details about key benefits.
Refunded payments for returned items, processed exchanges and offered store credit to achieve customer satisfaction.
Created inviting environment for customers by maintaining store organization and cleanliness.
Evaluated inventory and delivery needs and optimized strategies to meet customer demands.
Prepared merchandise for sales floor by pricing or tagging.
Organized racks and shelves to maintain store visual appeal, engage customers and promote specific merchandise.
Worked alongside retail representatives to enhance product presentations and advertising collateral.
Checked pricing, scanned items, applied discounts and printed receipts to ring up customers.
Coordinated restocking of sales floor with current merchandise and accurate signage for current promotions.
Balanced and organized cash register by handling cash, counting change and storing coupons.
Education
Associate of Science - Science Education
Brookhaven College
12.2023
Skills
Bilingual (English & Spanish)
Proficient in MS Office programs such as Word, Excel, and Outlook
50 WPM Typing skill
Excellent data entry, numeric, typing and computer navigational skills
Adobe Acrobat
Google Suite
CRM software
QuickBooks
Customer Service
Administrative Experience
Medical Scheduling
Medical Terminology
Medical Billing
Insurance Verification
Legal Terminology
Assisting Legal Professionals
Multi-Line Switchboards
Email Correspondence
Case Management
Task Prioritization
Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable
Draft Correspondence
Conducting Intakes
Flexibility
Reliable
Problem-solver
Strong work Ethic
Good team player
Strong morals and integrity
Empathetic and polite
Highly organized and self-motivated
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Detail-oriented and good time management skills and ability to prioritize work
Demonstrate the ability to take initiative, anticipate needs and exercise independent/sound judgment
Willingness & determination to learn
Displays good listening, interpersonal effectiveness, and professional, pleasant and respectful telephone etiquette
Ability to maintain a professional demeanor in a highly stressful and emotional environment
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
English
Timeline
Legal Assistant
Ahluwalia Law Offices
08.2022 - Current
Medical Records Clerk
Waranch and Nunn
09.2021 - 01.2022
Contract Work Temporary Jobs
Cornerstone Staffing, Inc. Temporary Contract Position
04.2021 - 09.2021
Legal Receptionist
Hammerle
11.2020 - 03.2021
Legal Secretary
J.Alex Law Firm
05.2019 - 07.2020
Legal Receptionist
Margaret A. Donnelly law firm
02.2019 - 11.2020
Receptionist
Baylor Scott & White Health Family Medicine of Associates
Paralegal/Executive Administrator to Managing Partner at Law Offices of Joseph E. Ashmore, Jr. P.C./Ashmore Law FirmParalegal/Executive Administrator to Managing Partner at Law Offices of Joseph E. Ashmore, Jr. P.C./Ashmore Law Firm
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