Destini Nguyen
Lexington,KY
Summary
- Legal professional with strong skills in writing, organizing and project managing cases related to Family/Criminal law. Expertly conducts research, collects witness statements and organizes files. Experienced working with diverse populations to optimize representation.
- Personable and energetic Receptionist committed to delivering excellence in all facets of customer service and administrative support. Offering honed competencies in data-entry, database management and scheduling.
- Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Paralegal
Braxton Crenshaw, Attorney At Law
06.2023 - Current
- Communicated with clients, opposing counsel and court personnel to keep all parties informed on case updates
- Helping the law firm operate on a daily basis
- Summarized depositions, legal documents and other material to provide attorney with relevant material for cases
- Assisted counsel in preparing answers, providing documentation, and information for discovery request
- Prepared legal briefs, motions, and pleadings
- Assisted in preparation of settlement proposals and agreements to help attorneys negotiate settlement in best interest of client.
Notary Public
Commonwealth Of Kentucky
06.2023 - Current
- Checked documents and identifying credentials for all parties.
- Examined documents for accuracy, completion and compliance before notarizing.
- Serve as an impartial witness in performing a variety of official fraud-deterrent acts related to the signing of important documents.
Front Desk Associate
Proof Fitness
04.2022 - Current
- Checked members in using proper procedure
- Directed guests to proper fitness consultant appointments
- Processed facility to guest purchases including memberships
- Provided information to a caller's requests and record messages
- Greeted visitors and customers upon arrival, offered assistance, and answered questions to build rapport and retention
Legal Assistant Intern
Braxton Crenshaw, Attorney At Law
04.2022 - 05.2023
- Organized legal filing system to maximize efficiency
- Sorted legal documents, filing and case materials in clear, orderly systems
- Helped the law firm operate ona daily basis
- Creating drafting pleadings
- Communicating with clients
Facilities Assistant
University Of Kentucky
05.2021 - 04.2022
- Provided patrons with quality customer service by supplying information, controlling access, and checking out equipment
- Monitored the fitness areas so all of the gym equipment can be safely and properly used
- Supervised activities and enforced facility policy
- CPR/AED and First Aid Certified
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology With A Minor in Philosophy
University of Kentucky
Lexington, KY05.2023
Skills
- Deadline Monitoring
- Proofreading
- File Pleadings
- Manage Schedules
- Assisting Lawyers
- Reading Comprehension
- Spreadsheet Tracking
- Answer Telephone Calls
- Office Management
- Staff Management
- Effective Planning
- Telephone Etiquette
Certification
- CPR/AED certified
- Notary Public
Languages
Vietnamese
Limited Working
Cambodian
Limited Working
French
Elementary
German
Elementary
Timeline
Paralegal
Braxton Crenshaw, Attorney At Law
06.2023 - Current
Notary Public
Commonwealth Of Kentucky
06.2023 - Current
Front Desk Associate
Proof Fitness
04.2022 - Current
Legal Assistant Intern
Braxton Crenshaw, Attorney At Law
04.2022 - 05.2023
Facilities Assistant
University Of Kentucky
05.2021 - 04.2022
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology With A Minor in Philosophy
University of Kentucky