Karen A Avila
Santa Barbara,CA
Summary
Highly motivated, recent Paralegal graduate from an ABA approved program.
Goal-oriented, Recent graduate with foundational knowledge in Paralegal studies and hands-on experience gained through academic projects and training. Demonstrates strong teamwork, problem-solving, and time-management skills. Prepared to start a career in the legal field and make meaningful contributions with commitment and drive.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Sales Associate
Marshalls
10.2015 - 03.2017
- Assisted customers with their purchases and returns
- Engage and offer customers the store credit card and loyalty program
- Assist in other areas as needed, stocking, display and organization
- Engaged in product training, demonstrations and consumer awareness.
Sales Associate- Money Transfer
Ana’s Services
03.2014 - 10.2014
- Accurately processed POS transactions, returning coin, currency, payment cards, and receipts to customers.
- Solved customer challenges by offering relevant products and services.
- Built relationships with customers to encourage repeat business.
- Responded to customer requests for products, services, and company information.
Hostess
Rocks Restaurant
01.2007 - 01.2009
- Supported servers, food runners,keeping dining area ready for every guest.
- Took reservations and to-go orders by phone, answered customer questions, and informed of accurate wait times.
- Organized, stocked and cleaned establishment's front lobby during shifts to maintain welcoming appearance.
- Worked with front of house staff to move tables and adjust seating to accommodate groups with special requests.
- Assisted customers with delivering orders, carrying additional trays and helping dish out items.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Criminal Justice
Sacramento State University CCE-
Sacramento, CA12.2024
Associate of Science - Paralegal Studies
Oxnard College-
Oxnard05.2024
Certificate of Achievement - Legal Secretary
Oxnard College
Oxnard, CA08.2023
Associate of Science for transfer - Administration of Justice
Santa Barbara City College
Santa Barbara, CA08.2021
Skills
- Time Management
- Multitasking
- Bilingual
- Microsoft Office
- Research Skills
- Communication
- Prioritizing deadlines
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Meeting deadlines
- Service oriented
- E- file
- Discovery
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Sales Associate
Marshalls
10.2015 - 03.2017
Sales Associate- Money Transfer
Ana’s Services
03.2014 - 10.2014
Hostess
Rocks Restaurant
01.2007 - 01.2009
Bachelor of Science - Criminal Justice
Sacramento State University CCE-
Associate of Science - Paralegal Studies
Oxnard College-
Certificate of Achievement - Legal Secretary
Oxnard College
Associate of Science for transfer - Administration of Justice
Santa Barbara City College
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