Envy Pasillas
Yuma,USA
Summary
Knowledgeable Legal Assistant with solid background in legal support and document management. Demonstrated success in assisting attorneys with research, drafting, and case preparation. Proven ability to manage caseloads and maintain confidentiality while compiling comprehensive legal documentation.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Legal Assistant
Law Office of Sonia Ramirez
05.2024 - Current
- Handled office scheduling and made notes for deadlines, motions, and other important dates.
- Managed accounts and client records of clients, observing confidentiality, and extreme discretion.
- Delivered exceptional service to clients by assisting them with routine needs like obtaining copies of pertinent records or directing them to appropriate resources when needed.
- Reduced errors in court filings by meticulously proofreading documents for accuracy before submission.
- Contacted clients to schedule appointments and discuss progress of cases.
- Managed high-volume workload while maintaining strict attention to detail on every task such as drafting pleadings or summarizing depositions accurately.
- Maintained strict confidentiality, protecting sensitive client information as required by legal ethics and regulations.
- Handled billing tasks efficiently and accurately, ensuring smooth financial operations for the legal team.
- Filed pleadings with Yuma Superior Court on schedule to maximize case success.
Legal Assistant
United States Marine Corps
02.2023 - 01.2024
- Drafted wills, estate planning documents and powers of attorney
- Corresponded daily with clients and attorneys
- Organized legal documents in company filing systems and databases
- Mailed and arranged for delivery of legal correspondence
- Revised and finalized letters, briefs, and memos.
- Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
- Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines.
- Adaptable and proficient in learning new concepts quickly and efficiently.
Criminal Defense Paralegal
United States Marine Corps
09.2021 - 02.2023
- Organized and prepared case exhibits and evidence for trial
- Interviewed clients to obtain information relevant to cases.
- Helped attorneys prepare for hearings, depositions, mediations and trials.
- Contacted witnesses and scheduled interviews and evaluations
- Supervised and taught those under my supervision to perform daily functions
- Assisted attorneys in achieving successful trial outcomes by preparing comprehensive witness interview summaries and deposition digests.
- Created weekly, monthly, and quarterly reports.
- Adaptable and proficient in learning new concepts quickly and efficiently.
Staff Judge Advocate Clerk
United States Marine Corps
01.2021 - 09.2021
- Interpreted laws, and regulations for individuals and businesses
- Gathered public records and managed FOIA requests
- Coordinated with investigators and law enforcement agencies to obtain information or evidence
- Completed quarterly reports to present at meetings
- Managed cases through databases
- Served as a trusted mediator for resolving disputes between military members or organizations, promoting fairness without resorting to formal litigation processes.
Defense Services Clerk
United States Marine Corps
07.2020 - 01.2021
- Utilized strong multitasking skills to manage multiple priorities and tasks, ensuring timely completion of each assignment.
- Kept office supplies well organized and sufficiently stocked, placing orders promptly to replenish materials before depleted.
- Provided quality clerical support through data entry, document management, email correspondence, and overseeing operation of office equipment.
- Answered and managed incoming and outgoing calls while recording accurate messages for distribution to office staff.
- Improved customer satisfaction by promptly answering inquiries and providing accurate information.
Education
Associates - Psychology/ Sociology
Arizona Western College
Yuma, AZ08-2026
Skills
- Scheduling/Planning
- Microsoft office
- File organization
- Administrative support
- Filing system organization
- Fast learner
- Interviewing clients
- Court filing
- Client billing
- Workload management
- Document filing
- Document drafting
Certification
Driver's License
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Legal Assistant
Law Office of Sonia Ramirez
05.2024 - Current
Legal Assistant
United States Marine Corps
02.2023 - 01.2024
Criminal Defense Paralegal
United States Marine Corps
09.2021 - 02.2023
Staff Judge Advocate Clerk
United States Marine Corps
01.2021 - 09.2021
Defense Services Clerk
United States Marine Corps
07.2020 - 01.2021
Driver's License
Associates - Psychology/ Sociology
Arizona Western College
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