Laura Bueno
Houston,TX
Summary
Driven legal assistant with three years of competence, committed to provide administrative support to attorneys, paralegals, legal secretaries, and the legal team. Experienced in drafting and reviewing legal documents, scheduling meetings and court dates, filing paperwork, conducting legal research, assisting with the preparation of trial and maintaining legal files. Experience includes coordinating consultations for new clients and being the first point of contact for current clients.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
LEGAL ASSISTANT
THE LAW OFFICE OF BRYCE D. NEIER
04.2021 - 05.2024
- Provide administrative support to the attorney and enhance office effectiveness.
- Handle communication with clients, witnesses, etc.
- Administratively assist in keeping track of legal documentation.
- Assist with phone calls.
- Be the first point of contact for new clients and help in scheduling consults and managing intake forms.
- Help with the maintenance of office. Organizing physical files and online files as well as sorting email.
- Identify and solve problems before they become critical.
- Identify ways to improve the work flow of our office and ensure the best support for the attorney.
- Keep track of court dates and updating the calendar.
- Conduct research and initial case assessments.
- File court documents and legal pleadings with court clerk on behalf of attorneys.
- Create weekly, monthly, and quarterly expense reports.
- Ensure payment of monthly bills.
FREELANCE PARALEGAL
INDEPENDENT
01.2023 - 01.2024
- Provide attorneys with legal support services on a temporary basis.
- Conducting research and helping with filings at different courthouses for attorneys whose office is out of town.
SERVICE PRODUCER & WORSHIP LEADER FOR HISPANIC SERVICE
MANNA CHURCH
01.2022 - 05.2024
- Bring the Manna Church Sunday experience to the hispanic community in Spanish.
- As a Service producer I was responsible for the oversight and coordination of all production elements leading up to an event as well as the production of that event.
- As a worship leader I was responsible for planning, organizing, and spiritually leading worship services.
- Collaborating with the church leadership to create services that engage the congregation and support the message of the sermon.
CASHIER/ASSISTANT MANAGER
ZAXBY'S CHICKEN FINGERS & BUFFALO WINGS
01.2018 - 03.2021
- Handle cash transactions with customers and collect payments. Ensure the dinning room is clean and guest ready.
- Responsible for aiding the manager in organizing, planning, and implementing strategy.
- Coordinate operations to ensure productivity flow and meet business goals using good communication, leadership, and problem-solving skills.
Education
BACHELOR OF ARTS: SONGWRITING AND PRODUCING MUSIC DEGREE -
BERKLEE COLLEGE OF MUSIC ONLINE
09.2024
ASSOCIATES IN FINE ARTS -
FAYETTEVILLE TECHNICAL COMMUNITY COLLEGE
2020
Skills
- Bilingual: Fluent in English and Spanish
- Critical Thinking to solve problems and make informed decisions
- Ability to prioritize tasks, meet deadlines, and handle multiple projects simultaneously
- Attention to detail Ability to catch errors, maintain accuracy, and deliver high-quality work
- Team work and interpersonal skills to collaborate, and build positive relationships
- Exceptional customer service to build strong relationships with clients
- Knowledge of Microsoft, Adobe and Google programs
- Proficiency in technology and software use Ability to understand and learn new programs and systems in a short time
References
Bryce D. Neier - Attorney At Law
Cumberland County, North Carolina
(910) 489-8116 - Brycedneier@gmail.com
More upon request.
Timeline
FREELANCE PARALEGAL
INDEPENDENT
01.2023 - 01.2024
SERVICE PRODUCER & WORSHIP LEADER FOR HISPANIC SERVICE
MANNA CHURCH
01.2022 - 05.2024
LEGAL ASSISTANT
THE LAW OFFICE OF BRYCE D. NEIER
04.2021 - 05.2024
CASHIER/ASSISTANT MANAGER
ZAXBY'S CHICKEN FINGERS & BUFFALO WINGS
01.2018 - 03.2021
BACHELOR OF ARTS: SONGWRITING AND PRODUCING MUSIC DEGREE -
BERKLEE COLLEGE OF MUSIC ONLINE
ASSOCIATES IN FINE ARTS -
FAYETTEVILLE TECHNICAL COMMUNITY COLLEGE