Legal Assistant committed to acting as professional and competent first point of contact to clients. Provides attorneys with superior office support to relieve stress from heavy case loads.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Legal Assistant /Temp Worker
Public Defender's Office
08.2023 - Current
Scanned, converted, and organized records into electronic format with consistent naming convention.
Sorted legal documents, filing and case materials in clear, orderly systems.
Organized legal filing system to maximize efficiency.
Filed legal documents promptly and accurately with local, state and federal courts.
Interviewed and communicated with clients via phone or email.
Legal Assistant /
Secretary
Office Of The Public Defender, Ninth Circuit
02.2022 - 08.2023
Organized files for court proceedings and prepared legal correspondence
Assisted up to twelve lawyers at time and provided administrative support
Oversaw various clerical tasks and made copies, sent emails, maintained appointment schedules
Organized filing systems, contacts witnesses, records interviews with witnesses
Reviewed police reports and composing legal documents like contractual agreements or affidavits
Visited clients in jail
Assisted attorneys in preparing for trial
Intern /Legal Assistant
Appleby Law Firm, Grand Cayman
11.2014 - 06.2015
Communicated pertinent information to clients via phone, email, and mail.
Reviewed, edited and proofread litigation for proper grammar, spelling and punctuation.
Assisted attorneys with reviewing and organizing reports.
Filed legal documents promptly and accurately.
Scanned, converted, and organized records into electronic format with consistent naming convention.
Sales Associate/Bookkeeper
Books And Books
09.2018 - 11.2020
Organized racks and shelves to maintain store visual appeal, engage customers, and promote specific merchandise.
Helped customers locate products and checked store system for merchandise at other sites.
Prepared merchandise for sales floor by pricing or tagging.
Rotated stock and restocked shelves to maintain product availability and store appearance.
Managed returns, exchanges and refunds in accordance with store policy.
Engaged with customers to build rapport and loyalty.
Accurately processed POS transactions, returning coin, currency, payment cards, and receipts to customers.
Youth Leader/Supervisor
YMCA
08.2016 - 06.2018
Developed, implemented and assessed youth leadership programs and initiatives.
Participated in regular meetings with leadership team to discuss strategies, challenges and successes.
Maintained good relationships with parents through regular communication and active participation in planned activities.
Gained knowledge and experience working with children in educational setting.
Exhibited excellent communications and customer service relations skills.
Oversaw students in classroom and common areas to monitor, enforce rules, and support lead teacher.
Education
Associates of Arts - Law
Miami Dade College
Miami
Bachelor of Arts - Legal Studies
University of Central Florida
Orlando, FL
Skills
Computer Literate – Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Access
Understanding Legal Terminology and Documentation
Multi-Tasker
Skilled with social media
Quick Learner
Excellent Communication & Writing Skills
Adaptability
Administrative Support
Clerical Support
Ability to work under pressure
Accomplishments
Junior Achievement
The world’s largest not-for-profit educational organization offering in-school and after-school practical business programs
Won company of the year from the Cayman Islands Chamber of Commerce – Kman Kraft
Won an award for being determined and getting work done
Acting
Won “Honorable Mention for Actress of the Year Award” at The International Modeling and Talent Association in Los Angeles