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Kimberly Villatoro

Summary

Providing comprehensive support to attorneys throughout all stages of litigation, ranging from efficient case management to meticulous trial preparation. Attention to detail and ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously have allowed me to meet deadlines and exceed expectations. I am dedicated to delivering exceptional service and continuously seek opportunities to enhance my skills and knowledge.

Overview

11
11
years of professional experience

Work History

Litigation Legal Assistant

Shanley, APC
06.2023 - Current
  • Managed the entire litigation process for a team of five attorneys, specializing in employment and labor practice for Carpenters Union.
  • Proficient in extensive state, federal, and appellate e-filing using CM/ECF NexGen PACER, One Legal, and TrueFiling.
  • In-depth knowledge of California Civil Procedure, Federal Rules of Civil Procedure, and Local Rules.
  • Skilled in drafting pleadings, as well as creating comprehensive tables of contents, tables of authorities, and proofs of service.
  • Regularly prepared and responded to subpoenas and assisted with discovery requests and responses.
  • Experienced in drafting and e-filing RC petitions, unfair labor practice charges, and position statements with the National Labor Relations Board (NLRB) and the U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC).

Litigation Paralegal

Heidari Law Group
05.2020 - 06.2022
  • Assisted attorneys in all aspects of litigation, from case management to trial preparation.
  • Completed electronic court filings (complaints, motions, and other pleadings).
  • Maintained litigation calendar and deadlines.
  • Communicated with clients, opposing counsel, and third-party vendors.
  • Participated in trial preparation, including organizing evidence, exhibits, motions and subpoenas to support cases.
  • Organized voluminous case material, identified key documents and retrieved important work product.

Litigation Paralegal

B&D Law Group, APLC
12.2017 - 05.2020
  • Assisted attorneys with propounding and responding to discovery
  • Contacted clients to schedule appointments and discuss progress of cases.
  • Coordinated with clients, witnesses, and experts to obtain necessary information.
  • Prepared trial exhibits and assisted with trial preparation.
  • Prepared case summaries for mediation conferences and depositions.

Legal Assistant

Law Offices Of Robin Jacobs
01.2014 - 11.2017
  • Supervised heavy case load related to clients' medical treatment.
  • Effectively communicated with clients, insurance adjusters, physicians, and opposing counsel daily in effort to streamline clients' treatment with insurance company's pre-authorization.
  • Assisted in negotiations of legal issues with opposing counsel
  • Scheduled appointments, court appearances and depositions for attorneys.

Education

Associate of Arts - Liberal Studies

West Los Angeles College
Culver City, CA
05.2019

Skills

  • Exceptional organization skills
  • Strategic planning
  • Attention to detail
  • Time management
  • Communication
  • Team leadership

Timeline

Litigation Legal Assistant

Shanley, APC
06.2023 - Current

Litigation Paralegal

Heidari Law Group
05.2020 - 06.2022

Litigation Paralegal

B&D Law Group, APLC
12.2017 - 05.2020

Legal Assistant

Law Offices Of Robin Jacobs
01.2014 - 11.2017

Associate of Arts - Liberal Studies

West Los Angeles College
Kimberly Villatoro