Dominic Puricelli
St Louis,MO
Summary
Driven Legal Assistant with a year of experience in criminal law and public service. Highly skilled at multitasking and prioritizing tasks to complete projects on time and determine appropriate courses of action. Committed to streamlining processes to facilitate growth in criminal law. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals. Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Legal Assistant
Missouri State Public Defender
06.2023 - Current
- Attended court hearings and depositions to take notes and document proceedings.
- Provided valuable training and support to junior staff members as needed, fostering a collaborative work culture that promoted professional growth for all team members.
- Developed polished motions and briefs to support litigation processes and court proceedings.
- Facilitated timely resolution of legal matters by preparing and organizing essential documents.
- Communicated pertinent information to clients via phone, email, and mail.
- Answered high volume of client phone calls at front desk while managing incoming mail, discovery, and emails.
- Produced legal documents such as briefs, pleadings and appeals.
- Scan and mail out client discovery.
- Met with clients in Associate court and requested Preliminary Hearing dates from the Judge.
- Collaborated effectively with multi-disciplinary teams to tackle complex cases, fostering a positive work environment that promoted success.
- E-filed court memos and pleadings.
- Handle a team consisting of five attorneys with roughly one hundred and fifty clients each.
- Application clerk for the office. Review defendant applications in a timely manner.
Delivery Driver
The Goodz
11.2022 - 05.2023
- Worked scheduled hours as required and took on available shifts during holidays and busy periods.
- Enhanced delivery efficiency by optimizing routes using GPS navigation and mapping tools.
- Followed corporate procedures to maintain company and customer data confidentiality.
- Drove in urban and rural areas to expertly make high volume of deliveries.
- Fostered positive working relationships with regular customers.
- Minimized company liability and risks to loads by obeying traffic laws.
Shift Leader
Imo's Pizza
08.2017 - 07.2022
- Demonstrated exceptional multitasking abilities by overseeing multiple cooking stations simultaneously while maintaining quality control standards.
- Streamlined food preparation tasks for more efficient service during peak hours.
- Placed orders to restock items before supplies ran out.
- Monitored food quality and presentation to maintain high standards.
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by consistently delivering high-quality meals in a timely manner.
- Prioritized and re-prioritized kitchen tasks based on fluctuating demands.
- Coordinated checklists to keep kitchen clean, stocked and sanitary.
- Contributed to positive workplace culture by fostering open communication among team members and addressing issues proactively before they escalated.
- Maintained high food quality standards by checking delivery contents to verify product quality and quantity.
Legal Intern
Mandel Law
03.2017 - 03.2017
- Managed case files efficiently, ensuring easy accessibility for attorneys when needed.
- Revised and finalized letters, briefs, and memos.
- Communicated pertinent information to clients via phone, email, and mail.
- Sorted legal documents, filing and case materials in clear, orderly systems.
Social Media Intern
Lasco Foods
06.2016 - 08.2016
- Optimized website content and images to improve search engine rankings.
- Created content strategies for digital media.
- Analyzed social media performance metrics, identifying trends and opportunities for improvement.
- Responded to comments, posts, and questions from various channels.
- Increased website traffic by optimizing social media posts with relevant keywords, hashtags, and links.
- Created engaging content to catch attention of potential customers.
Car Detailer
Self
01.2019 - Current
- Applied chemicals and used high-pressure wash and scrubbers to clean rims.
- Collected and disposed of trash in vehicle console spaces and under seats.
- Removed dirt and debris from vehicle and equipment interiors.
- Applied protective agents, including sealants, to protect surfaces.
- Polished windows and mirrors of vehicles and equipment.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Political Science And Government
University of Missouri - Columbia
Columbia, MO05.2023
High School Diploma -
St. Mary's High School
St. Louis, MO05.2019
Skills
Document drafting
Critical Thinking
Document filing
Legal/Court Processes
Legal Terminology
Advanced word processing
Office Management
Fast Learner
Criminal Law
Document organization
Microsoft Office
Data Confidentiality
Customer Service
Certification
ServeSafe Food Certificate
Professional References
Beverly Hauber - Missouri State District Defender; Clayton Trial Office
100 S. Central Ave - 2nd Floor, Clayton, MO 63105
Cell: 314-239-3201 Office: 314-615-3268
Linde Bushong - Missouri State Public Defender Office Manager - St. Louis City Trial Office
1114 Market St., Ste 602, St. Louis, MO 63101
Cell: 314-606-6399
Maureen Wegner - Chief Financial Officer - Lasco Foods
4553 Gustine Ave, St. Louis, MO 63116
Cell: 314-795-1061
Timeline
Legal Assistant
Missouri State Public Defender
06.2023 - Current
Delivery Driver
The Goodz
11.2022 - 05.2023
Car Detailer
Self
01.2019 - Current
Shift Leader
Imo's Pizza
08.2017 - 07.2022
Legal Intern
Mandel Law
03.2017 - 03.2017
Social Media Intern
Lasco Foods
06.2016 - 08.2016
Bachelor of Science - Political Science And Government
University of Missouri - Columbia
High School Diploma -
St. Mary's High School
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