Jemima Leppzer

Bilingual English-Portuguese Paralegal/Executive Assistant with 5+ years of hands-on experience in legal practices. I have experience editing, preparing, and reviewing legal documents and contracts, as well as developing trusting relationships with clients. I am also known for my excellent communication and organizational skills and my ability to be extremely attentive to details, accelerating the legal process and helping companies grow.

• LEGAL ASSISTANT, 07/23, Present, Foster & Eldridge, Woburn, MA, Assisted two associates in all aspects of legal proceedings, including research, drafting legal documents and maintaining case files. Top performing assistant promoted to Partner Legal Assistant after just 2.5 months due to exceptional performance and ability to handle increased responsibilities within the firm. Communicated effectively with clients, opposing counsel and court personnel to facilitate smooth workflow and maintain positive professional relationships. Conducted thorough legal research using various resources ensuring accurate and up to date information for case preparation.
• PARALEGAL, 01/14, 05/19, Oliveira e Fagundes Advogados Associados, Brazil, Edited, prepared and proofread 20 daily legal documents, such as pleadings and motions. Reviewed and updated around 50 contracts daily and facilitated all aspects of trials, depositions, arbitrations, mediations, client meetings, and case strategy meetings. Organized and maintained files to ensure process deadlines were being met by other attorneys and staff. Executed diligence at the forum 3 times a day, such as adding materials to processes and requests to the Judges. Trained two interns to provide administrative services and help develop pleadings and organize processes.
• LEGAL EXECUTIVE ASSISTANT, 01/14, 05/19, Oliveira e Fagundes Advogados Associados, Brazil, Manage the calendar and day to day of a high level executive scheduling an average of 15 meetings per week. Coordinate travel for 2 high level executives for domestic and international travel averaging 3 trips per month. Work closely with the CEO on top action items, upcoming responsibilities to strategically map out their daily goals. Draft executive communication for internal and external shareholders on behalf of the CEO on a weekly basis.