Gabriela Suarez
Miramar,FL
Summary
Results-driven professional skilled in researching legal case information and preparing necessary correspondence with strong understanding of legal terminology and processes. Adept in maintaining confidential records and client information. Pleasantly assists attorneys in preparing for trials and other legal proceedings. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Immigration Documents Preparer
Self-employed
2023.12 - Current
- Developed trust among clientele through transparent communication during every step of the preparation process.
- Improved overall customer satisfaction rates through attentive listening and addressing concerns promptly.
- Maintained confidentiality of client information by adhering to strict data security protocols.
Junior Associate Lawyer
Boyeros Law Firm
2021.01 - 2022.09
- Developed expertise in specific practice areas, becoming a trusted resource for colleagues and clients alike.
- Assisted partners in high-profile cases, contributing valuable insights that led to successful outcomes.
- Managed client relationships with consistent communication and proactive updates on case progress.
- Drafted clear and persuasive legal documents, including pleadings, briefs, motions, and contracts.
- Built lasting rapport with opposing counsel through respectful negotiation tactics that facilitated mutually agreeable resolutions.
- Negotiated favorable settlements for clients by effectively conducting discovery, drafting motions, and participating in mediation sessions.
- Enhanced client satisfaction by efficiently managing caseloads and providing timely legal advice.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to address complex legal issues from multiple perspectives.
- Provided pro bono services to underserved communities as part of the firm''s commitment to social responsibility.
- Participated in continuing education opportunities to stay current on evolving laws and regulations within practice area.
- Used knowledge of legal precedents to analyze probable outcome of cases.
- Developed strategies for court proceedings and negotiations.
- Researched and wrote contracts, agreements and proposals.
- Negotiated settlements with opposing counsel.
- Interviewed witnesses and gathered public record research relevant to each case.
- Created and finalized contracts and other legal documents for clients.
- Drafted motions, petitions and waivers.
- Explained available courses of action and possible repercussions of cases to clients.
- Prepared and filed pleadings, motions and other legal documents in court proceedings.
Sales Representative
Martel Logistic
2019.02 - 2020.12
- Enhanced client satisfaction by addressing concerns promptly and providing exceptional service.
- Generated additional sales opportunities with upselling and cross-selling techniques.
- Expanded customer base through cold calling, networking, and relationship building.
- Increased sales revenue by identifying and targeting high-potential accounts.
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge of industry trends for informed decision-making during client interactions.
- Used customer insights to develop innovative sales strategies to increase sales.
- Managed customer accounts to secure customer satisfaction and repeat business.
- Met with existing customers and prospects to discuss business needs and recommend optimal solutions.
- Negotiated contracts to secure long-term business relationships and favorable pricing for clients.
- Collaborated with marketing to create impactful promotional materials for increased brand awareness.
Education
Certificate Of Completion - Inmigration Paralegal
Paralegal Institute of The Americas
Miami, FL12.2023
Bachelor Of Arts - Legal
University of Havana
Havana, Cuba12.2022
Skills
- Troubleshooting skills
- Documentation abilities
- Document Preparation
- Research expertise
- Research and due diligence
- Customer Service
- Attention to Detail
- Computer Skills
- Decision-Making
- Relationship Building
- Oral communication
- Issue Resolution
- Preparing reports
- Computer competencies
- Microsoft Office
- Legal Research
- Mediation
- Case interpretation
- Analytical Reasoning
- Civil Law
- Court Procedures
- Oral debate
- Immigration Law
- Legal Writing
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
English
Full Professional
Italian
Elementary
Timeline
Immigration Documents Preparer
Self-employed
2023.12 - Current
Junior Associate Lawyer
Boyeros Law Firm
2021.01 - 2022.09
Sales Representative
Martel Logistic
2019.02 - 2020.12
Certificate Of Completion - Inmigration Paralegal
Paralegal Institute of The Americas
Bachelor Of Arts - Legal
University of Havana