Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Languages
Certification
Work Preference
Timeline

Eriberto Martinez

Lead Legal Assistant
Dallas,TX
Empty your mind. Be formless. Shapeless. Like water.

Summary

I currently serve as the lead paralegal for our bankruptcy department, where I am responsible for conducting all client consultations and overseeing the preparation and submission of petitions to the court. Additionally, I am a full-time reseller, specializing in the sale of a diverse range of items, including trailers, vehicles, and collectible items—a venture I am passionate about.

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
2
2
years of post-secondary education

Work History

Lead Paralegal

Roy Petty & Associates, PLLC
Dallas, TX
08.2022 - Current
  • Drafted motions, briefs and other legal documents.
  • Met with clients and attorneys to discuss case details and evidence.
  • Specialize in the Bankruptcy Department, handling both Chapter 7 and Chapter 13 cases.
  • Educate clients on contract details, payment structures, and the overall bankruptcy process, addressing their questions and concerns.
  • Prepare and complete bankruptcy petitions, including CAD, Means Test, and KBB evaluations, to determine clients' equity value.
  • Gather and organize all necessary documentation for clients' bankruptcy filings.
  • Provide direct support to the managing attorney and team lead supervisor, conducting comprehensive analysis and document review for bankruptcy cases.
  • Review documents including proofs of claim, bankruptcy plans, various motions, payment change notices, and more.
  • Prepare payment histories to verify compliance with confirmed plans, proofs of claim, and federal rules.
  • Lead the bankruptcy sales process, conducting consultations, and advising clients on the appropriate bankruptcy chapter to file.
  • Conduct nationality (immigration) classes and prepare clients for immigration interviews.
  • Maintained and processed invoices, deposits, and money logs.
  • Printed out checks using quickbooks

Home Loan Specialist

PennyMac
Plano, TX
06.2021 - 08.2022
  • Analyzed applicants' financial status, credit and property evaluations to determine feasibility of granting loans.
  • Identified lending risks and implemented strategies to reduce loan defaults.
  • Managed a pipeline of 45-60 loans daily, performing routine data entry and validation tasks using Encompass.
  • Initiated third-party orders, including title, appraisal, hazard insurance, flood certification, and credit reports.
  • Reviewed and validated loan documents, maintaining regular communication with clients to provide updates on their loan applications.
  • Handled complex client inquiries via phone, email, and chat with urgency and efficiency.
  • Assisted in assigning and distributing workloads in the absence of management, collaborating closely with internal partners across various departments.

Associate Banker

Chase Bank
Dallas, TX
11.2020 - 06.2021
  • Managed ATM, Teller Cash Dispenser (TCO), and Teller Cash Recycler (TCR) balancing.
  • Processed standard teller transactions, including account servicing, loan payment acceptance, and cash drawer management.
  • Provided exceptional customer service, establishing strong rapport with over 50 regular clients.
  • Assisted with audits and daily balancing of vaults and ATMs.
  • Set up new and regularly serviced existing accounts to bring in maximum revenue.

Senior Maintenance Associate

Metrocare
Dallas, TX
03.2018 - 08.2020
  • Created daily, weekly and monthly checklists on building equipment maintenance procedures and kept records of scheduled work.
  • Replaced worn and damaged parts to keep maintenance equipment fully functional.
  • Completed electrical, plumbing and HVAC maintenance for building occupants.
  • Set up and operated machine tools to repair or fabricate jigs, fixtures or tools.
  • Inspected main buildings and adjacent structures to check system functionality and assess repair needs.

Education

BBA - General Business

University of North Texas At Dallas, Dallas, TX
01.2019 - 06.2021

Associate of Science - Business Administration

Eastfield College
05-2019

Skills

  • Sales expertise
  • Customer Service
  • Closing sales
  • Fluent in Spanish
  • Teaching skills
  • Cryptocurrency Trader
  • Data Gathering

Relationship building

Adapting to Fast-paced environments

Cold calling confidence

Languages

Spanish
Native/ Bilingual

Certification

  • Global Collaboration Certificate - X-Culture

Work Preference

Work Type

Full Time

Timeline

Lead Paralegal - Roy Petty & Associates, PLLC
08.2022 - Current
Home Loan Specialist - PennyMac
06.2021 - 08.2022
Associate Banker - Chase Bank
11.2020 - 06.2021
University of North Texas At Dallas - BBA, General Business
01.2019 - 06.2021
Senior Maintenance Associate - Metrocare
03.2018 - 08.2020
  • Global Collaboration Certificate - X-Culture
Eastfield College - Associate of Science, Business Administration
Eriberto MartinezLead Legal Assistant