Kiara Dejesus
Riviera Beach,FL
Summary
Dependable and organized professional committed to fostering positive experiences and supporting team dynamics. Strong problem-solving skills and ability to adapt to new challenges with a calm demeanor. Focused on continuous growth and learning while upholding values of honesty and respect.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Paralegal/Receptionist
JOHN F SCHUTZ P.L.
Palm Beach Gardens, USA
09.2025 - Current
- Conducted client communication and intake for new matters, ensuring comprehensive collection of case details and documentation.
- Open and maintain new client matters in Clio Manage ensuring accurate case setup from first point of contact.
- Maintain accurate digital records and client files in Clio Manage, ensuring high-integrity Record Management for sensitive legal documentation.
- Drafted and responded to interrogatories, requests for production, and requests for admission, facilitating case preparation and legal strategy.
- Utilize LexisNexis to research case law and manage secure document storage.
- Organize and upload court documents through the E-Filing system, facilitating seamless Database Maintenance.
- Perform outbound calling to courts, clients, and attorneys to secure information and resolve administrative inquiries.
- Scheduled appointments and managed senior calendars to enhance client engagement and streamline firm operations.
Paralegal/ Pre-Litigation/ Legal Intake Coordinator
SCHWED LAW FIRM
Palm Beach Gardens, USA
05.2023 - 08.2025
- Generated leads through strategic client intake and conflict checks, identifying qualified service opportunities.
- Managed confidential digital records and patient files, ensuring strict adherence to HIPAA compliance and database maintenance standards.
- Performed complex Data Entry for legal-medical chronologies and demand letters with 100% accuracy.
- Organized and prioritized tasks to meet service goals effectively.
- Identified needs of customers promptly and efficiently.
- Conducted comprehensive research and data analysis to support strategic planning and informed decision-making.
- Exceeded customer satisfaction by finding creative solutions to problems.
Legal Assistant/Receptionist
STEINGER, GREENE & FEINER
West Palm Beach, USA
08.2022 - 04.2023
- Scheduled appointments, depositions, and mediations to support senior team in managing high-volume litigation pipeline.
- Managed electronic filing and document management systems, facilitating seamless remote work operations.
- Coordinated communication between clients and legal professionals effectively.
- Provided administrative support for personal injury cases, securing essential case updates via outbound calling.
- Coordinated communication between clients and legal professionals, enhancing collaboration and ensuring timely information flow.
- Scheduled appointments, depositions, and mediations to maintain the senior team's high-volume litigation pipeline.
- Managed electronic filing and document management systems to ensure efficient remote work operations.
- Maintained accurate digital records by requesting and reviewing medical bills and liens for legal database entry.
Data Entry Clerk
SCHREIBER LAW, LLC
Salem, USA
10.2021 - 08.2022
- Performed high-speed Data Entry of numerical information into databases using 10-key pad with zero-error tolerance.
- Coordinated workflow scheduling and verified accuracy for large-scale digital record projects, ensuring timely completion and data reliability.
- Executed digital record management protocols by scanning and saving critical organizational data into central databases, supporting data accessibility.
- Detected and rectified data entry errors, safeguarding integrity of company database maintenance systems.
Crew Member
MCDONALD'S
Haverhill, USA
04.2016 - 09.2021
- Greeted visitors and maintained professional corporate image, enhancing client relations.
- Resolved customer complaints and managed time-sensitive requests, ensuring customer satisfaction in high-pressure environment.
- Ensured safety and quality standards were maintained during all shifts.
- Secured orders accurately and efficiently, supporting team productivity and improving lead conversion.
Education
College in Business Administration -
Northern Essex Community College
Haverhill, MAHigh school diploma -
Haverhill High School
Haverhill, MASkills
- Filevine
- Clio Manage
- LexisNexis
- NetDocuments
- E-Filing
- Data Entry
- Record Management
- Database Maintenance
- Microsoft Office Suite
- Microsoft Word
- Microsoft Excel
- Adobe Acrobat
- Legal Case Management
- Client Communication
- Calendar Management
- Legal research
- Task Prioritization
- Negotiation
- Drafting Legal Correspondence
- Proofreading
Languages
Spanish, Fluent
Timeline
Paralegal/Receptionist
JOHN F SCHUTZ P.L.
09.2025 - Current
Paralegal/ Pre-Litigation/ Legal Intake Coordinator
SCHWED LAW FIRM
05.2023 - 08.2025
Legal Assistant/Receptionist
STEINGER, GREENE & FEINER
08.2022 - 04.2023
Data Entry Clerk
SCHREIBER LAW, LLC
10.2021 - 08.2022
Crew Member
MCDONALD'S
04.2016 - 09.2021
College in Business Administration -
Northern Essex Community College
High school diploma -
Haverhill High School