Ivanna Chavez
McAllen,TX
Summary
Dynamic and results-oriented legal assistant with a proven track record at Law Office of Ayala & Acosta PLLC, where I enhanced client-attorney communication and significantly reduced immigration application errors. Skilled in document preparation and organizational efficiency, I excel in fast-paced environments, demonstrating exceptional teamwork and multitasking abilities.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Legal Assistant
Law Office of Ayala & Acosta PLLC
09.2022 - Current
- Handled office scheduling and made notes for deadlines, motions, and other important dates.
- Improved communication between attorneys and clients by scheduling meetings, providing status updates, and relaying critical information promptly.
- Reduced errors in immigration applications by reviewing forms for accuracy and completeness.
- Streamlined immigration case processing by efficiently organizing and maintaining client files.
- Contributed to client case file preparation and verified inclusion of required documentation.
Sales Associate
Cuidado Con El Perro
09.2020 - 09.2022
- Organized racks and shelves to maintain store visual appeal, engage customers, and promote specific merchandise.
- Handled cash transactions efficiently while adhering to company cash handling policies, ensuring accuracy in
Intern
Federal Public Defenders
01.2022 - 04.2022
- Maintained records and files for easy access and reference, facilitating information sharing.
- Sorted and organized files, spreadsheets, and reports.
- Observed court hearings and gained knowledge of how the public defender presents evidence.
Sales Associate
Rue 21
08.2016 - 12.2019
- Managed returns, exchanges and refunds in accordance with store policy.
- Prepared merchandise for sales floor by pricing or tagging.
- Contributed to visual merchandising efforts by creating eye-catching displays that showcased products effectively and enticed shoppers to make purchases.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Criminal Justice
The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley
Edinburg, TX07-2022
Skills
- Document preparation
- Fast learner
- Confidentiality
- Organizational efficiency
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Time management
- Effective multitasking
Languages
Spanish
Full Professional
Timeline
Legal Assistant
Law Office of Ayala & Acosta PLLC
09.2022 - Current
Intern
Federal Public Defenders
01.2022 - 04.2022
Sales Associate
Cuidado Con El Perro
09.2020 - 09.2022
Sales Associate
Rue 21
08.2016 - 12.2019
Bachelor of Science - Criminal Justice
The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley
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