Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Office Manager, Litigation Paralegal
Hazeltine Law Firm, P.A.
09.2023 - Current
Assist with management of company expenses, development and direction of employees, organization of client files, tracking productivity, client relations, and strategy for firm growth and development
Handle sensitive information with discretion, maintaining confidentiality of company documents and personnel records.
Enhanced team productivity by delegating tasks effectively and overseeing daily workflow.
As a Workers' Compensation litigation paralegal my responsibilities have largely remained the same with small variations as to demands on a case by case basis.
Office Manager, Litigation Paralegal
Law Firm of Alex Dell, PLLC
10.2020 - 09.2023
Hiring and training of non attorney staff, organizing and overseeing work and schedules of non attorney staff, PTO requests, discipline and termination of employees, communicating new directives, policies, and procedures, reporting office progress to upper management.
Reduced attorney workload by drafting routine legal documents such as pleadings, motions, and affidavits.
Managed scheduling of court calendars and deadlines to maintain smooth flow of firm operations.
Enhanced case efficiency by organizing and maintaining legal documents, files, and correspondence.
Assisted counsel in preparing answers, providing documentation, and information for discovery request.
Contributed to firm-client relationship building through professional interactions with clients during meetings or phone calls, conveying empathy while maintaining confidentiality.
Communicated with clients, opposing counsel and court personnel to keep all parties informed on case updates.
Facilitated timely and accurate billing by recording billable hours, expenses, and other relevant information in the firm's billing system.
Litigation Paralegal
Berlin Law Firm
01.2019 - 10.2020
Reduced attorney workload by drafting routine legal documents such as pleadings, motions, and affidavits.
Managed scheduling of court calendars and deadlines to maintain smooth flow of firm operations.
Enhanced case efficiency by organizing and maintaining legal documents, files, and correspondence.
Assisted counsel in preparing answers, providing documentation, and information for discovery request.
Contributed to firm-client relationship building through professional interactions with clients during meetings or phone calls, conveying empathy while maintaining confidentiality.
Communicated with clients, opposing counsel and court personnel to keep all parties informed on case updates.
Facilitated timely and accurate billing by recording billable hours, expenses, and other relevant information in the firm's billing system.
Assistant Office Manager, Billing Specialist
Sarasota Health Solution/La Salud Medical Center
06.2016 - 01.2019
Maintained strict confidentiality of sensitive patient information, adhering to HIPAA guidelines and safeguarding against potential data breaches.
Created and managed electronic patient records, encompassing data entry and administrative functions related to insurance, billing, and accounts receivable.
Assisted physicians with clinical documentation to ensure complete and accurate records for each patient visit.
Maintained up-to-date knowledge of healthcare regulations and policies, ensuring the practice remained in compliance at all times.
Increased revenue by optimizing billing processes and ensuring timely collection of payments from both patients and insurance companies.
Education
Associate of Arts - Paralegal Studies
Keiser University
Sarasota, FL
10.2018
Skills
Fluency in Spanish
Drafting and Filing Pleadings
Legal Event Scheduling
Management of Attorney(s) Calendar(s)
Office Administration
Proficiency in WESTLAW
Interpersonal Communication
Attention to Detail
Organization
Activities
Assisted at legal events by interpreting communication between attorneys, clients, and other parties.
Attended the 2021, 2022, and 2023 Florida Bar Workers’ Compensation Forums in Orlando, FL.
Assisted Attorney Christine Allamanno with writing an article for the September 2018 Newsletter of the Manatee County Bar Association.
Leadership Experience
Office administration and management of up to 6 staff members.
References
Available upon request.
Certification
Florida Notary Public
Timeline
Office Manager, Litigation Paralegal
Hazeltine Law Firm, P.A.
09.2023 - Current
Office Manager, Litigation Paralegal
Law Firm of Alex Dell, PLLC
10.2020 - 09.2023
Litigation Paralegal
Berlin Law Firm
01.2019 - 10.2020
Assistant Office Manager, Billing Specialist
Sarasota Health Solution/La Salud Medical Center
06.2016 - 01.2019
Associate of Arts - Paralegal Studies
Keiser University
Florida Notary Public
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