Elliott Esquivel
Helotes,TX
Summary
Driven Paralegal successful at thriving in high stress, high-pressure environments and situations involving constant change and vast ambiguity in data and instruction. Seasoned collaborator experienced in meeting needs, improving processes and exceeding requirements in team environments. Diligent worker with strong communication and task prioritization skills. Experienced paralegal offering strong attention to detail while reviewing documents, checking sites and searching titles. Well-versed in logistical complexities of trial preparation.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Paralegal Specialist
U.S. Army Active Duty
Joint Base Lewis-McChord, WA
10.2018 - 04.2022
- Prepared and filed non-judicial punishment and other legal documents for military justice system.
- Maintained law and administrative library, as well as department files and records.
- Supported family law proceedings by managing documents such as wills, separation degrees and powers of attorney for 3,000 Soldiers.
- Assisted with separation board proceedings and duty determinations.
- Prepared legal briefs, motions and pleadings.
- Conferred with clients and other involved parties to gather and track case information.
- Assisted counsel in preparing answers, providing documentation and information for discovery request.
- Communicated with outside vendors on behalf of attorneys and legal departments.
- Maintained ongoing communication with opposing parties from discovery to trial phase to facilitate expeditious litigation.
- Collected, drafted and maintained resources to provide comprehensive materials accessible to all firm lawyers.
- Contacted key witnesses to testify at court hearings.
- Directed and coordinated service of subpoenas and scheduling of depositions for several legal professionals.
- Drafted, signed and certified key legal documents for judicial review.
- Adhered to privacy laws to avert possible information breaches and protect client data.
Host
Grimaldi's Pizzeria
San Antonio, TX
09.2015 - 10.2018
- Monitored seating area and checked restrooms regularly to keep spotless.
- Worked with front of house staff to move tables and adjust seating to accommodate groups with special requests.
- Assisted managers with quickly resolving service- and food-related issues.
- Took reservations by phone and walk-in, keeping scheduling demands and kitchen output in time to avoid overbooking.
- Recorded available tables after seating each party using specialized seating software.
- Documented reservations and communicated changes to guests.
- Took reservations and to-go orders by phone, answered customer questions and informed of accurate wait times.
- Supported servers, food runners and bussers with keeping dining area ready for every guest.
Cook
Bill Miller's BBQ
San Antonio, TX
09.2013 - 09.2015
- Prepared multiple orders simultaneously during peak periods with high accuracy rate, maximizing customer satisfaction and repeat business.
- Set up and prepared cooking supplies and workstations during opening and closing to maximize productivity.
- Maintained well-stocked stations with supplies and spices for maximum productivity.
- Created identical dishes numerous times daily with consistent care, attention to detail and quality.
- Instructed new staff in proper food preparation, storage, use of kitchen equipment and sanitation.
- Transitioned between breakfast and lunch service.
Education
High School Diploma -
Sandra Day O'connor High School
Helotes, TX06.2014
Skills
- Publication Review
- Trial Preparation Assistance
- Filing System Organization
- Critical Thinking
- Reading Comprehension
- Active Listening
- Confidentiality Understanding
- Evidence Gathering
- Litigation Support
- Database Searching
- Legal and Court Processes
- LexisNexis
- US Army judicial process background
- Administrative support
- Document filing
- Legal jargon knowledge
Work Availability
monday
tuesday
wednesday
thursday
friday
saturday
sunday
morning
afternoon
evening
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Timeline
Paralegal Specialist
U.S. Army Active Duty
10.2018 - 04.2022
Host
Grimaldi's Pizzeria
09.2015 - 10.2018
Cook
Bill Miller's BBQ
09.2013 - 09.2015
High School Diploma -
Sandra Day O'connor High School
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