Jordan Ventura J.D.
Paralegal
Apopka,FL
Summary
I am a driven paralegal with over 2 years of experience in both Paralegal and Legal Assistant duties. I also graduated with a Juris Doctor degree from Stetson University College of Law. 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. I am looking for an opportunity to utilize my demonstrated value in providing legal knowledge, organizational skills, and collaborative competency. You can always expect 100% effort from me, to learn what it is I need to and to make my work more proficient and accurate. I always aim to find a way to improve the overall outcome not only for myself, but for the team, office and company.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
9
9
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Legal Secretary/Paralegal
Geico
Orlando, FL
04.2023 - Current
- Assisted in drafting legal documents such as pleadings, motions, and briefs, contributing to successful case resolutions.
- Streamlined office procedures for increased efficiency in handling legal matters.
- Increased overall efficiency within the firm by streamlining workflows between departments using advanced organizational skills.
- Filed documents with courts on behalf of attorney.
- Developed and maintained positive relationships with clients and colleagues.
- Completed data entry of legal documents into electronic filing systems.
- Prioritized and handled multiple assignments and maintained firm commitment to deadlines.
- Produced and filed various legal documents and electronically preserved updated case record system.
Paralegal
Universal Property & Casualty Insurance Company
Altamonte Springs, FL
10.2021 - 01.2023
- Prepared legal briefs, motions, and pleadings.
- Conferred with clients and other involved parties to gather and track case information.
- Assisted counsel in preparing answers, providing documentation, and information for discovery request.
- Contacted clients to schedule appointments and discuss progress of cases.
- Revised and finalized letters, briefs, and memos.
- Communicated pertinent information to clients via phone, email, and mail.
- Communicated with clients, opposing counsel and court personnel to keep all parties informed on case updates.
- Liaised with other paralegals and legal staff to complete common tasks on schedule.
- Understanding of legal terminology and procedures.
- Handle heavy workload and maintain time sensitive material.
Real Estate Agent
Century 21
Tampa, FL
07.2020 - Current
- Wrote listings detailing and professionally highlighting property features to increase sales chances.
- Studied property listings and accompanied clients to properties and discussed condition of sales.
- Communicated with clients to understand property needs and preferences.
- Presented purchase offers to sellers for consideration.
- Reviewed market research data and changed sales plans accordingly.
- Coordinated appointments to show tenants and buyers prospective homes.
- Leveraged market knowledge and analysis to provide guidance and advice on best options for clients.
Mortgage Assignments/Lien Release Junior Analyst
Mission Capital
Tampa, FL
04.2019 - 02.2020
- Modifications, Title Policy, and Assignment/Endorsement chains; identify deficiencies and conduct appropriate exception cures
- Research and evaluate pertinent documents, including the Mortgage, Assignment, and Assignment/Endorsement chains, for accuracy and to extract data for Assignment and/or Lien Release preparation
- Working with County offices and clerks to determine recording requirements prior to document submission
- Knowledge of an ability to identify Correction, Gap, and Rescission Assignments, to verify chain of title issues
Economic Self-Sufficiency Specialist
Florida Department Of Children And Families
Tampa, FL
07.2015 - 11.2017
- Applied the DCF policies, procedures, and programs governing the agency
- Applied the DCF laws, rules, and regulations governing eligibility and grant determination for multiple public assistance programs and the case administration of these programs
- Have the ability to communicate verbally with others to obtain and verify information concerning eligibility
- Read, understand, apply complicated and detailed regulations, and policy directives
- Detect and evaluate potential fraudulent situations
- Establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with the public and staff
- Using computer-based technologies to locate, access, evaluate, store and retrieve information and to express ideas and communicate with others Ø Analyze and interpret written, numerical, and verbal data from various sources
- Mentor to other DCF workers in the office
- Determined correct services and program resources for individual needs.
Education
J.D. - Law
Stetson University College of Law
Gulfport, FL 08.2017 - 05.2021
Paralegal/ Legal Assistant Certificate - Law
Hillsborough Community College
Tampa, FL 08.2015 - 12.2016
Bachelor of Arts - Sociology
University of Florida
Gainesville, FL 06.2011 - 05.2015
Skills
Quickly learn and master new technology, equally successful in both team and self- directed settings
Academic experience with legal research tools; Lexis/Nexis, Westlaw Etc
A mature and comprehensive listener willing to learn from the best to further my knowledge and skills and highly motivated to incorporate my skills and what I’ve learned into bettering the company
Excellent communication skills and can solve problems in person as well as over the phone but seeking to get better
Very organized, I can be tasked with multiple projects at once and complete my assignments with efficiency and accuracy
Administrative Support
Calendar Management
File Organization
Document drafting
Timeline
Legal Secretary/Paralegal
Geico
04.2023 - Current
Paralegal
Universal Property & Casualty Insurance Company
10.2021 - 01.2023
Real Estate Agent
Century 21
07.2020 - Current
Mortgage Assignments/Lien Release Junior Analyst
Mission Capital
04.2019 - 02.2020
J.D. - Law
Stetson University College of Law
08.2017 - 05.2021
Paralegal/ Legal Assistant Certificate - Law
Hillsborough Community College
08.2015 - 12.2016
Economic Self-Sufficiency Specialist
Florida Department Of Children And Families
07.2015 - 11.2017
Bachelor of Arts - Sociology
University of Florida
06.2011 - 05.2015