Katherine Arias Romero
Overview
1
1
Certification
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Screener | Legal Intake & Case Support
Suffolk County Legal Aid Society
Central Islip, NY
09.2025 - Current
- Conduct intake interviews, assess eligibility, and evaluate clients’ legal needs to determine the appropriate Legal Aid department, attorney, or outside referral.
- Gather, verify, and maintain confidential client information and case records, ensuring accurate and complete documentation.
- Communicate professionally with clients regarding eligibility requirements, legal services, case information, next steps, and available resources.
- Coordinate with attorneys and Legal Aid staff regarding client screenings, referrals, and case assignments to ensure matters are directed appropriately.
- Manage a high volume of client inquiries and legal matters while maintaining accuracy, confidentiality, professionalism, and attention to detail.
Legal Assistant
Suris & Associates
Melville, NY
12.2022 - 11.2024
- Drafted, reviewed, edited, and filed legal documents, including summonses and complaints, bills of particulars, motions, and legal correspondence.
- Maintained organized case files and supporting documentation, including medical records and other materials related to personal injury matters.
- Scheduled and coordinated Independent Medical Examinations (IMEs) and communicated with clients, attorneys, and insurance companies regarding appointments, documentation, and no-fault claims.
- Provided Spanish-English interpretation and translation assistance for Spanish-speaking clients.
Doctor's Assistant/Receptionist
Dr. Hito MD
West Islip, NY
11.2020 - 12.2021
- Scheduled appointments and maintained confidential patient records and accounts with accuracy and attention to detail.
- Assisted patients and visitors in person and by telephone, providing professional administrative and clerical support.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Criminology
John Jay College of Criminal Justice, CUNY
Manhattan, NY05-2025
Skills
Systems: UCMS, NYS eCourts, SmartAdvocate, Microsoft Office
Language: Spanish - Fluent
Certification
- New York State Notary Public
Timeline
Screener | Legal Intake & Case Support
Suffolk County Legal Aid Society
09.2025 - Current
Legal Assistant
Suris & Associates
12.2022 - 11.2024
Doctor's Assistant/Receptionist
Dr. Hito MD
11.2020 - 12.2021
Bachelor of Arts - Criminology
John Jay College of Criminal Justice, CUNY