Esmeralda Reyes
Jamaica,NY
Summary
Detail-oriented paralegal with expertise in legal research, client communication, and case management. Committed to enhancing case efficiency and supporting team collaboration.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Paralegal I
Legal Aid Society
New York, NY
10.2022 - Current
- Conducted legal research to support case preparation.
- Managed case files, organized documentation, and maintained case management systems.
- Enhanced case efficiency by organizing and maintaining legal documents, files, and correspondence.
- Collaborated with other paralegals and legal staff to complete common tasks on schedule.
- Maintained and updated organized client contact information to keep in touch with clients and provide updates on cases.
- Conducted detailed client intakes and entered information into Law Manager.
- Communicated with clients to gather information, schedule appointments, and provide updates on case status.
- Trained junior paralegals on best practices in legal research and document management techniques.
Paralegal
Friedman Vartolo
Garden City, NY
07.2021 - 02.2022
- Prepared, filed, and organized legal documents while assisting attorney's in preparation for trials.
- Served as client-attorney liaison for attorneys and clients, managing email and phone correspondence.
- Met monthly goals, managing daily tasks and heavy workloads, providing assistance to my team when needed.
Education
Master of Science - Criminology And Justice
St. Johns University
Jamaica, NY05-2027
Bachelor of Science - Criminal Justice
St. John's University
Jamaica, NY05-2021
Skills
- Legal research
- Proficient in MS office
- Case management
- Client communication
- Team collaboration
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Spanish
Limited Working
Timeline
Paralegal I
Legal Aid Society
10.2022 - Current
Paralegal
Friedman Vartolo
07.2021 - 02.2022
Master of Science - Criminology And Justice
St. Johns University
Bachelor of Science - Criminal Justice
St. John's University