Latasha Benson
Oakland Park,USA
Work Preference
Summary
Diligent Paralegal with solid background in Civil and Criminal law. Supports and enhances cases by organizing data, documents and exhibits. Works well within strict timelines and case plans. Reliable candidate ready to take on challenges using problem-solving and task prioritization skills to help team succeed. Good at troubleshooting problems and building successful solutions. Excellent verbal and written communicator with strong background cultivating positive relationships and exceeding goals.
Hardworking professional with several years of professional driving experience. Well-organized in coordinating routes and loading vehicles. Excellent communication, customer service and multitasking skills with observant nature and strong safety focus. Valid license and clean driving history.
Overview
2026
2026
years of professional experience
Work History
Driver
MVP Transportation
Fort Lauderdale, Florida
01.2020 - Current
- Operated vehicles safely for scheduled pickups and deliveries.
- Maintained vehicle cleanliness and performed routine inspections.
- Communicated effectively with
- dispatch for route updates and changes.
- Drop-off/pick-up patients for appointments
Legal Assistant
Law Office of the Public Defender
Fort Lauderdale, FL
05.2018 - Current
- Data entry into computerized docket system to generate calendars from court documents
- Disperse, update dockets on schedules of trials and court appearances for the presiding judge and time of trial
- Scheduling depositions and subpoenas/scheduling client appointments
- Update client files
- Close cases/transfer cases
- Drafted correspondence and legal documents under attorney supervision, adhering to legal standards and formats.
- Organized and maintained client files both electronically and in hard copy format.
- Managed attorney calendars and scheduled appointments, hearings, and depositions.
- Managed case files, ensuring all necessary documents were accurately filed and easily accessible.
- Coordinated with clients to schedule meetings, depositions, and court appearances, improving communication and efficiency.
- Maintained confidentiality of sensitive information related to client
- Kept work and common areas neat and organized to maximize productivity, alleviate potential accidents and promote professional workspace.
Trial Specialist
Broward County Clerk of the Courts
Fort Lauderdale, FL
06.2016 - 05.2018
- Prepare hearings and trials
- Sit in on all jury trials and read all verdicts
- Validate all court orders and motions
- Certify writ of possessions
- Used administrative and operational expertise to help team meet deadlines and long-term objectives.
- Approached and solved problems with initiative and sound judgment.
- Kept work and common areas neat and organized to maximize productivity, alleviate potential accidents and promote professional workspace.
Customer Service/Technical Engineer
Teleperformance
North Lauderdale, FL
12.2008 - 05.2016
- Answer all incoming calls
- Responded to emails and chats
- Download spyware and malware
- Retention and repair cellular phones
- Assist business and residential customers with internet connection issues
- Provided excellent customer service to customers
- Created and implemented training materials and resources regarding computer troubleshooting and usage.
- Monitored and maintained aspects of computer networks.
- Prepared detailed documentation, including user manuals and technical guides for staff training purposes.
- Conducted thorough testing of systems, identifying areas for improvement and optimization.
- Documented technical assistance requests, related information, and resolution strategy.
- Assisted customers with troubleshooting issues remotely or onsite as needed.
- Resolved production problems smoothly, working with supervisors to identify, evaluate and correct design problems.
Paralegal
AMB LAW Office
Fort Lauderdale, Florida
- Researched case law and legal precedents for ongoing cases.
- Drafted legal documents, including motions and briefs, under attorney supervision.
- Organized and maintained case files for efficient retrieval and review.
- Coordinate inspections of the property
- Drafted Subpoenas
- Calendar appointments
- Generate Hearings
- Intake paperwork and client payments
Education
Paralegal degree - Paralegal Studies
BROWARD COLLEGE
Coconut CreekNursing degree - Nursing
HEALTH CAREER COLLEGE
FORT LAUDERDALESkills
- Teamwork
- Strong work ethic
- Communication skills
- Problem-solving skills
- Critical thinking
- Adaptability
- Decision-making
- WestLaw proficiency
- Team building
- Case file management
Languages
English, Advanced
Timeline
Driver
MVP Transportation
01.2020 - Current
Legal Assistant
Law Office of the Public Defender
05.2018 - Current
Trial Specialist
Broward County Clerk of the Courts
06.2016 - 05.2018
Customer Service/Technical Engineer
Teleperformance
12.2008 - 05.2016
Paralegal
AMB LAW Office
Paralegal degree - Paralegal Studies
BROWARD COLLEGE
Nursing degree - Nursing
HEALTH CAREER COLLEGE