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Leticia Rangel

Houston,TX

Summary

Flexible hard worker ready to learn and contribute to team success. Enthusiastic and project-oriented Paralegal offering 3 years of experience in personal injury and civil litigation law. Strong understanding of legal language and principles, research methods and court pleadings and processes. Demonstrated attention to detail and adherence to confidentiality and ethical requirements. Enthusiastic Paralegal supports attorneys in managing heavy caseloads and achieving strategic goals. Displays strong communication skills when interacting with court personnel, opposing counsel and clients. Quickly develops institutional knowledge and expertise of firm and products to accomplish tasks. Detail-oriented and methodical in preparing case files, investigating issues, and producing legal paperwork. Background includes organizing exhibits and filing pleadings for civil cases. Known for meticulous work. Certified Paralegal with background in law office administration. Highly skilled in conducting legal research to support investigations into workers' compensation and personal injury cases, combined with training in evidence gathering and legal document analysis. Talented in managing complex schedules, goal setting and office administration. Ambitious Paralegal offering in-depth knowledge of legal terminology and principles. Excels at prioritizing competing tasks and ascertaining future needs. Expertly assists lawyers and attorneys in executing legal transactions and drafting and processing legal documents. Experienced Paralegal with background writing correspondence, briefs and contracts. Dedicated to serving client needs with comprehensive assistance to attorneys and professional work with court staff. Paralegal with top skills in communication, critical thinking and active learning. Helps cases with professionally prepared legal documents and thorough research. Organized legal team member versed in legal practices and procedures relevant to civil law. Skilled at keeping documentation and records updated, cases organized and calendars accurate. Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong work ethic, adaptability, and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills. Hardworking employee with customer service, multitasking, and time management abilities. Devoted to giving every customer a positive and memorable experience. Committed job seeker with a history of meeting company needs with consistent and organized practices. Skilled in working under pressure and adapting to new situations and challenges to best enhance the organizational brand. Organized and motivated employee eager to apply time management and organizational skills in various environments. Seeking entry-level opportunities to expand skills while facilitating company growth.

Overview

1
1
year of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Paralegal

Law Firm
Houston, OH
01.2023 - Current

  • Maintained calendars for upcoming court dates or deadlines related to cases.
  • Maintained client files according to established protocols.
  • Provided administrative support such as answering phones or scheduling appointments.
  • Reviewed and organized legal documents, such as pleadings, motions, and briefs.
  • Proofread documents prior to filing them with courts or submitting them to opposing counsels.
  • Filed pleadings and paperwork with court clerk to meet strict deadlines.
  • Filed motions with courts electronically or via hard copy.
  • Organized client calendars, prepared mailings and handled high call volumes.
  • Entered client data into Microsoft, dropbox, excel and Mycase to manage records and customer relationships
  • Organized exhibits for trial by preparing materials and supporting documentation.
  • Drafted discovery responses including interrogatories and requests for production of documents.
  • Created spreadsheets to track case information and deadlines.
  • Conducted research on relevant laws, regulations, judicial decisions, and legal articles.
  • Participated in mediation sessions by preparing necessary materials and taking notes during meetings.
  • Communicated with witnesses regarding deposition scheduling.
  • Drafted motions, briefs and other legal documents.
  • Drafted correspondence, documented data and submitted materials to appropriate parties.
  • Knowledgeable dealing with pleadings, affidavits, motions and exhibit preparation.
  • Organized exhibits and arguments to present evidence on behalf of clients.
  • Drafted witness declarations and pretrial statements.
  • Contacted witnesses and scheduled interviews and evaluations.
  • Drafted correspondence to clients and other attorneys.
  • Met with clients and attorneys to discuss case details and evidence.
  • Responded to client calls and inquiries to deliver applicable information.
  • Organized and prepared case exhibits and evidence for trial.
  • Filed pleadings and appeals with court clerks to expedite trial proceedings.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Law And Business

Center For Advanced Legal Studies
Houston, TX
01-2025

Skills

  • Understands Confidentiality
  • Exceptional Writer
  • Expertise in Legal Proceedings
  • Legal Research Skills

Certification

  • Certified Paralegal
  • Certified Notary

Languages

English
Professional
Spanish
Professional

Timeline

Paralegal

Law Firm
01.2023 - Current

Bachelor of Arts - Law And Business

Center For Advanced Legal Studies
Leticia Rangel