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Kim Torres

Point Pleasant Beach

Summary

Legal professional with experience in supporting attorneys and legal teams. Skilled in managing case files, drafting legal documents, and conducting research. Strong focus on team collaboration, reliable under changing needs, and results-driven. Known for communication skills, organizational abilities, and confidentiality.

Overview

15
15
years of professional experience

Work History

Legal Assistant (Remote)

Rue and Ziffra
08.2023 - Current


  • Maintained strict confidentiality, protecting sensitive client information as required by legal ethics and regulations.
  • Improved communication between attorneys and clients by scheduling meetings, providing status updates, and relaying critical information promptly.
  • Drafted accurate and persuasive legal correspondence, contributing to successful negotiations and settlements.

Membership Specialist

Delta Life Fitness
03.2023 - Current
  • Present available products, services, memberships and packages to current or prospective members
  • Successfully executes sales process of lead generation, follow up, and close
  • Administers tours of the studio while establishing a professional relationship and meeting individual’s fitness needs and goals

Ocean Rescue Lifeguard

Atlantic Lifeguard Alliance
05.2021 - Current


  • Assisted in the setup, maintenance, and dismantling of lifeguard towers, ensuring proper placement and stability for optimal coverage of designated swim areas.
  • Collaborated with other lifeguards and emergency personnel for effective response during high-risk situations.
  • Evaluated weather conditions daily for accurate assessments of potential dangers such as rip currents or high surf advisories affecting swimmer safety precautions.

Blue Spring State Park Deck Hand

Guest Services
02.2023 - 03.2023


  • Gave tours to park goers on kayaks and on the steamboat with assistance from the captain during peak manatee season
  • Educated tourists on the wildlife, flora, fauna and overall ecosystem of the Saint John’s River.

Clerk Typist II - Grand Jury

Monmouth County Prosecutor’s Office
06.2021 - 01.2023
  • Reduced errors in data entry by carefully inputting information into computer systems with attention to detail.
  • Scheduled all grand jury appearances.
  • Managed multiple high-priority tasks simultaneously, meeting all deadlines while maintaining a high level of accuracy.
  • Assisted in drafting legal documents such as subpoenas, indictments, accusations and alibi sheets, contributing to successful case resolutions.

Swim Coach

New Jersey Race Club
08.2016 - 01.2023
  • Demonstrated all swimming strokes and observed athletes carefully to correct technique and form.
  • Developed strong relationships with swimmers and their families, creating open communication channels for feedback and goal setting.

Management Trainee

Enterprise Holdings
10.2020 - 07.2021
  • Used LexisNexis regularly to scan passports and driver licenses to confirm their authenticity
  • Drafted a high volume of rental contracts from travelers all over the world
  • Mastered customer service, sales, marketing, finance and operations
  • Placed in a structured program where I learned knowledge and skills to eventually run my own branch, cultivate business and develop my team

Ocean Rescue Lifeguard

The Borough of Bradley Beach
05.2010 - 09.2020
  • Prepared detailed daily logs and incident reports, ensuring accurate documentation of events that occurred during shifts.
  • Performed CPR and first aid procedures, contributing to the well-being of injured or distressed individuals.
  • Assisted in the prevention of drowning incidents by conducting regular patrols and monitoring beachgoers'' activities.

Paraprofessional

Monmouth Ocean County Educational Services Commission
03.2019 - 08.2020
  • Improved classroom management by assisting teachers with behavioral interventions and monitoring student progress.
  • Supported special education teachers in implementing accommodations and modifications for students with diverse learning needs.

Paraprofessional

Red Bank Catholic High School
10.2019 - 08.2020
  • Collaborated with teachers, social workers, counselors and psychologists to create a customized classroom environment that was integral to multiple students' needs
  • Provided one-on-one student support through special accommodations, extra assistance and assessments while recording progress in all classroom settings
  • Advocated regularly for students with IEP’s and 504’s

Police Intern

Holmdel Township Police Department
05.2016 - 08.2016
  • Participated in ride-alongs with multiple units, broadening understanding of various specialized roles within law enforcement.
  • Shadowed experienced officers during traffic stops, gaining valuable insight into proper procedures and techniques.
  • Observed courtroom proceedings, gaining a deeper understanding of the legal processes involved in criminal cases.

Education

Graduate Course - Wildlife Forensics & Conservation

University of Florida
Gainesville, FL
05-2017

Bachelor of Arts - Justice Studies, Minor Environmental Justice

Montclair State University
Montclair, NJ
08-2016

Associate of Arts - Social Sciences

Brookdale Community College
Lincroft, NJ
12-2014

Skills

  • Fast learner
  • Scheduling/Planning
  • Microsoft office
  • File organization
  • Civil and criminal law expertise
  • Environmental justice

Affiliations

  • Sierra Club
  • iNaturalist

Languages

Spanish
Elementary

Interests

Hiking, camping and swimming

Timeline

Legal Assistant (Remote)

Rue and Ziffra
08.2023 - Current

Membership Specialist

Delta Life Fitness
03.2023 - Current

Blue Spring State Park Deck Hand

Guest Services
02.2023 - 03.2023

Clerk Typist II - Grand Jury

Monmouth County Prosecutor’s Office
06.2021 - 01.2023

Ocean Rescue Lifeguard

Atlantic Lifeguard Alliance
05.2021 - Current

Management Trainee

Enterprise Holdings
10.2020 - 07.2021

Paraprofessional

Red Bank Catholic High School
10.2019 - 08.2020

Paraprofessional

Monmouth Ocean County Educational Services Commission
03.2019 - 08.2020

Swim Coach

New Jersey Race Club
08.2016 - 01.2023

Police Intern

Holmdel Township Police Department
05.2016 - 08.2016

Ocean Rescue Lifeguard

The Borough of Bradley Beach
05.2010 - 09.2020

Graduate Course - Wildlife Forensics & Conservation

University of Florida

Bachelor of Arts - Justice Studies, Minor Environmental Justice

Montclair State University

Associate of Arts - Social Sciences

Brookdale Community College
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