Laura Del Rio
Colombian Attorney
Brooklyn,NY
Summary
As a legal professional, I bring strong skills in writing, organization, and project management to the table. I have a proven track record in conducting research, collecting witness statements, and organizing files. With experience working with diverse populations, I have optimized representation for clients. As a goal-oriented attorney, I excel in providing administrative support to legal departments, with a focus on document management. I have demonstrated a keen ability to interpret legal documents and policies, and I am skilled at resolving conflicts and proposing solutions that meet the client's needs. Additionally, I prioritize building strong relationships with clients and team members, fostering an atmosphere of collaboration and mutual respect.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
6
6
years of post-secondary education
2
2
Languages
Work History
Paralegal
Nassiripour And Bhutia
Queens, NY
09.2021 - Current
- Assisted counsel in preparing answers, providing documentation, and information for discovery request.
- Conferred with clients and other involved parties to gather and track case information.
- Prepared legal briefs, motions, and pleadings.
- Monitored changes in laws, regulations and other legal matters to keep firm compliant with requirements.
- Communicated with clients, opposing counsel and court personnel to keep all parties informed on case updates.
- Assisted in preparation of settlement proposals and agreements to help attorneys negotiate settlement in best interest of client.
- Communicated pertinent information to clients via phone, email, and mail.
- Produced legal documents such as briefs, pleadings and appeals.
- Interviewed clients to obtain information relevant to cases.
- Conducted background investigations on defendant.
- Prepared various exhibits for attorneys for public meetings, zoning commission meetings, and legal resolutions.
Paralegal
Cenit
Bogota , Colombia
03.2019 - 06.2021
- Conferred with clients and other involved parties to gather and track case information.
- Liaised with other paralegals and legal staff to complete common tasks on schedule.
- Communicated pertinent information to clients via phone, email, and mail.
- Researched statutes, decisions, legal articles, and codes.
- Contacted clients to schedule appointments and discuss progress of cases.
- Reviewed, edited and proofread litigation for proper grammar, spelling and punctuation.
Education
Law - Legal Studies
Universidad Militar Nueva Granada
Bogota Colombia 07.2016 - 04.2022
Technical High School -
Maria Auxiliadora
Colombia 01.2012 - 1 2015
Skills
Legal Research
Negotiation
Case management
Document preparation
Civil law
Specialty in Immigration law
Document filing
Exceptional writer
Legal jargon knowledge
Proactive thinker
Excellent communication skills
Timeline
Paralegal
Nassiripour And Bhutia
09.2021 - Current
Paralegal
Cenit
03.2019 - 06.2021
Law - Legal Studies
Universidad Militar Nueva Granada
07.2016 - 04.2022
Technical High School -
Maria Auxiliadora
01.2012 - 1 2015