To further expand my knowledge in the foreclosure field.
Work History
Legal Assistant
1 Year 7 Months
McCarthy & Holthus | 01.2025 - Current
Explained firm features and benefits to prospective clients and conducted client status meetings to ensure alignment with client needs
Referral setup of foreclosures and bankruptcies
Training of staff in referral area
Perform day-to-day case management functions, including monitoring of calendared deadlines
Utilize online court portals, E-file, and Westlaw form builder
E-filing, electronic case organization, draft affidavits/pleadings, cite recorder’s record
Facilitated referral setup for foreclosures and bankruptcies to streamline client processes
Explain the firm's features and benefits to prospective new clients and conduct client status meetings
Led referral team in achieving set goals through strategic planning and continuous support
Referral Assistant/Referral Team Lead
1 Year 11 Months
Miller, George & Suggs | 02.2023 - 01.2025
Paralegal/Legal Assistant
2 Years 8 Months
Steven C. Kline, P.C. | 07.2019 - 03.2022
Managed personal injury law cases
Legal Secretary/Paralegal Trainee
1 Year 1 Month
Law Office of Scott Ruggiero | 06.2018 - 07.2019
Assisted with civil and criminal law cases at a law firm.
Managed case files and documentation to ensure accuracy and compliance with legal standards.
Coordinated schedules and appointments for attorneys, optimizing workflow efficiency.
Drafted legal correspondence and documents, maintaining consistency in format and style.
Claims Adjuster
1 Year 6 Months
State Farm Mutual Automobile Insurance Company | 10.2016 - 04.2018
Educated policyholders and claimants on insurance claim process, ensuring understanding of applicable coverage
Verified estimates, calculated damages, and issued claim payments
Coordinated the insurance claim process with repair facilities and rental companies
Coordinated insurance claim process with repair facilities and rental companies, facilitating timely resolutions
Verified estimates, calculated damages, issued claim payments, ensuring accuracy and compliance with company policies
Banquet and Catering Manager
4 Years 6 Months
Brio Tuscan Grille | 04.2012 - 10.2016
Coordinated over 100 in-house and off-site banquet events annually Achieved 300% sales growth resulting in the organization’s largest banquet room expansion
Negotiated contracts with clients for events of 20-500 guests, ensuring alignment with client needs and expectations
Managed on-site events and trained staff.
Coordinated front of house activities, including scheduling and floor management, to optimize service delivery
Education
Paralegal Certificate
Professional Development Institute University of North Texas | 05-2018
- Political Science
St. Leo University | St Leo, Florida
100 credits toward Bachelors in Political Science
Timeline
Legal Assistant
McCarthy & Holthus
01.2025 - CurrentRead More
Referral Assistant/Referral Team Lead
Miller, George & Suggs
02.2023 - 01.2025Read More
Paralegal/Legal Assistant
Steven C. Kline, P.C.
07.2019 - 03.2022Read More
Legal Secretary/Paralegal Trainee
Law Office of Scott Ruggiero
06.2018 - 07.2019Read More
Claims Adjuster
State Farm Mutual Automobile Insurance Company
10.2016 - 04.2018Read More
Banquet and Catering Manager
Brio Tuscan Grille
04.2012 - 10.2016Read More
Professional Development Institute University of North Texas