Katia Cueto
Newark,NJ
Summary
Litigation paralegal supporting third-party, workers' compensation, longshoreman, and federal matters with case management, court filings, and legal drafting. Handles discovery responses, deposition coordination, record organization, and English-Spanish interpretation for clients and legal staff while keeping files, calendars, and trial materials organized.
Overview
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1
Certification
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Third Party Litigation Paralegal
Ginarte, Gonzalez, & Winograd, LLP
Newark, NJ
08.2022 - Current
- Managed third-party and workers' compensation caseloads, including longshoremen and federal matters.
- Drafted motions, complaints, court documents, consent orders, and judge correspondence.
- Coordinated depositions, site inspections, and expert consultations to support case preparation.
- Supported interrogatories, legal research, and discovery responses.
- Managed intake for car accident and workers' compensation claims to ensure accurate documentation and client support.
- Maintained court calendar and organized legal records.
- Prepared materials for federal and civil trials.
- Completed translation of legal documents.
- Provided English-Spanish interpretation for clients and legal staff to facilitate clear communication.
- Provided translation support during meetings to enhance communication between clients and staff. during client meetings.
Customer Relations Assistant
Penske Automotive - Hudson Toyota
Jersey City, NJ
10.2019 - 07.2022
- Managed inbound/outbound communication while coordinating dealership events to enhance customer engagement
- Supported customer satisfaction initiatives, ensuring confidentiality of client data
- Facilitated new hire onboarding process, creating resources to streamline integration
Service Desk Agent
Hilton Garden Inn Tribeca (Hersha Hospitality)
New York, NY
08.2019 - 11.2019
- Provided exceptional guest services, resolving client complaints to enhance satisfaction
- Coordinated with housekeeping while upselling amenities and services to improve guest experience
- Managed guest check-ins/check-outs and reservations, ensuring accurate payment processing
Sales Associate / Customer Service Representative
Marshalls & Home Goods (TJX Companies)
04.2016 - 08.2019
- Delivered front-line customer service while ensuring store presentation standards were met
- Processed customer sales and returns efficiently at point of sale
- Supported store operations by assisting managers with daily tasks
Education
Master of Arts - Clinical Mental Counseling
New Jersey City University
Jersey City, NJ05-2025
Bachelor of Science - Criminal Justice
New Jersey City University
Jersey City, NJ06-2022
Skills
- Litigation writing
- Discovery management
- Legal document design
- Court scheduling
- Trial support
- Deposition management
- Case oversight
- Filing management
- Case documentation
- Investigative research
- Client relationship management
- Client advocacy
- Legal interpreting
- Bilingual English Spanish
- Proficient in Microsoft Office
- Proficient in Google Suite
- Organizational skills
- Communication skills
- Deposition support
- Case assistance
- Records oversight
- Case documentation
Certification
Basic Life Support (BLS), American Heart Association, 06/24
Community Service
- Boys & Girls Club, Member, 01/12, 12/15
- Young Ladies Club, Member, 01/13, 12/17
References
- Daniela Marte, (201) 204-7099, Martedaniela@hotmail.com
- Karen Zuniga,GGW Manager, (973) 207-2571 Kzuniga@Ginartelaw.com
- Erima Jeanty, (201) 982-5482, Jeanty.erima@gmail.com
Awards
Chi Alpha Epsilon Honor Society, Eta Chapter, 05/22
Timeline
Third Party Litigation Paralegal
Ginarte, Gonzalez, & Winograd, LLP
08.2022 - Current
Customer Relations Assistant
Penske Automotive - Hudson Toyota
10.2019 - 07.2022
Service Desk Agent
Hilton Garden Inn Tribeca (Hersha Hospitality)
08.2019 - 11.2019
Sales Associate / Customer Service Representative
Marshalls & Home Goods (TJX Companies)
04.2016 - 08.2019
Master of Arts - Clinical Mental Counseling
New Jersey City University
Bachelor of Science - Criminal Justice
New Jersey City University