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DINA SADEQ

Jacksonville,FL

Summary

Focused and dedicated Legal Assistant with exceptional work ethic and proven strengths in case management support. Strong multitasker skilled at managing high-volume caseloads while consistently meeting deadlines. Persistent and resourceful problem-solver with excellent research and communication skills.

Overview

6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Legal Assistant

Carr Allison
Jacksonville, FL
07.2024 - Current
  • Draft and prepare legal documents, such as motions, pleadings, and briefs, in support of litigation activities, following established legal procedures.
  • Conduct preliminary legal research to assist attorneys in developing case strategies, and organize and manage both physical and electronic case files to ensure accessibility and compliance with court requirements.
  • Schedule depositions, hearings, and meetings; coordinate with all parties, and maintain a firm-wide litigation calendar.
  • Handle client correspondence and manage incoming and outgoing mail, including electronic communications.
  • Prepare, review, and file legal documents with state and federal courts using e-filing systems with a high degree of accuracy.
  • Assist attorneys with court filings and trial preparation, including organizing exhibits and supporting documentation.

Legal Assistant

Dennis, Jackson, Martin and Fontela, P.A.
Jacksonville, FL
09.2021 - 07.2024
  • Organized legal documents in company filing systems and databases.
  • Drafted and processed incoming subpoenas for accuracy and completeness.
  • Maintained calendars for upcoming court dates or deadlines related to cases.
  • Identified and analyzed legal documents, discoveries and contracts.
  • Used WestLaw and LexisNexis to examine secondary sources, statutory, and case law and federal and state regulations.
  • Prepared trial notebooks for court proceedings.
  • Responded to client calls and inquiries to deliver applicable information.
  • Reduced workflow downtime by effectively organizing and managing client billing and case management files.
  • Contacted witnesses and scheduled interviews and evaluations.
  • Scanned physical documents into electronic format for storage in a secure database system.
  • Created and updated case management and client account databases.

Victim Specialist

State Attorney’s Office 4th Judicial Circuit
Jacksonville, FL
12.2018 - 09.2021
  • Assisted clients in completing applications for protective orders or restraining orders.
  • Prepared reports summarizing activities performed while working with clients.
  • Assisted clients in understanding complex legal proceedings associated with their cases.
  • Coordinated referrals and crisis counseling services and programs to victims and witnesses of domestic violence crimes.
  • Assisted and advocated for clients obtaining financial resources and government entitlements.
  • Provided guidance on how best to address safety concerns after an incident has occurred.
  • Assisted individuals through criminal justice process, providing information and support.
  • Attended court hearings to provide advocacy for victims throughout the criminal justice process.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Criminal Justice

University of North Florida
Jacksonville, FL
08-2017

Skills

  • MS Office Proficient
  • Civil Law
  • Organizational Efficiency
  • Task Prioritization
  • Legal Research and Writing
  • Client Billing
  • Client Support
  • Legal Compliance
  • Legal Document Preparation
  • Interviewing Clients
  • Calm Under Pressure
  • Active Listening

Certification

Certified by Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA)

Leadership Experience

  • Criminology and Criminal Justice Club at the University of North Florida, President, 08/2016, Present
  • Criminology and Criminal Justice Club at the University of North Florida, Secretary, 08/2015, 05/2016

Timeline

Legal Assistant

Carr Allison
07.2024 - Current

Legal Assistant

Dennis, Jackson, Martin and Fontela, P.A.
09.2021 - 07.2024

Victim Specialist

State Attorney’s Office 4th Judicial Circuit
12.2018 - 09.2021

Bachelor of Arts - Criminal Justice

University of North Florida

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