Lissette Acosta
Brooklyn
Summary
Focused and dedicated Legal Assistant with exceptional work ethic and proven strengths in case management support. Strong multitasker skilled at managing high-volume caseloads while consistently meeting deadlines. Persistent and resourceful problem-solver with excellent research and communication skills.
Skilled paralegal with background in supporting legal teams in fast-paced environments. Experience includes managing case preparation, conducting legal research, and drafting documents which contributed to the successful outcomes of numerous cases. Strong organizational skills, ability to communicate complex information clearly, and adept at multitasking under tight deadlines. Made significant impact by improving document management processes, resulting in increased efficiency and accessibility for team members.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
5
5
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Lawyer's Assistant
Hotel marina Hemingway
04.2019 - 01.2020
- Responded to client calls and inquiries to deliver applicable information.
- Reviewed legal documents for accuracy and completeness.
- Updated contact lists with new information regarding clients or cases.
- Compiled evidence for attorneys to review prior to depositions or trials.
- Provided assistance in the preparation of trial notebooks and exhibits.
- Drafted motions, briefs and other legal documents.
- Verified facts using interviews or public records such as birth certificates.
- Booked travel arrangements for firm attorneys and support staff.
- Organized legal documents in company filing systems and databases.
- Managed calendars to ensure timely completion of deadlines imposed by courts or clients.
- Processed payments from clients or opposing parties promptly upon receipt.
- Corresponded daily with clients, insurance adjusters, doctors and attorneys.
Executive Assistant
Mincex, Cuba
10.2012 - 01.2018
- Provided accurate, up-to-date information to external parties through emails, phone calls and in-person interactions.
- Compiled meeting agendas and supportive materials ahead of meetings.
- Maintained confidential records and files related to executive operations.
- Coordinated meeting and work schedules for staff teams and executives.
- Revised and maintained master calendar to coordinate meetings across multiple time zones.
- Made travel arrangements to provide executives seamless and travel policy-approved business trips.
- Monitored incoming emails and responded accordingly in a timely manner.
- Maintained company confidence and protected business operations by keeping sensitive information confidential.
- Assisted in organizing conferences, seminars and other events as directed by the executives.
- Set up meeting and event logistics for senior management and updated calendars.
- Ordered catering or restaurant delivery to offer food and beverages to meeting and conference attendees.
- Scheduled appointments for executives with external parties such as vendors or suppliers.
- Prepared reports, presentations, agendas, minutes, and other documents as needed by the executive staff.
- Screened phone calls for executives to instantly identify priority clients and filter out spam calls.
- Collaborated with others to discuss new opportunities.
Education
Bachelor in Laws - Law
Havana University
Havana Cuba, 02.2012 - 08.2017
GED -
Havana University
Havana Cuba07.2017
Skills
- Legal Terminology
- Legal Analysis
- Confidentiality
- Client Communication
- File Organization
- Document Control
- Criminal Law
- Client Relations
- Legal research
Languages
English
Professional
Spanish
Native/ Bilingual
Timeline
Lawyer's Assistant
Hotel marina Hemingway
04.2019 - 01.2020
Executive Assistant
Mincex, Cuba
10.2012 - 01.2018
Bachelor in Laws - Law
Havana University
02.2012 - 08.2017
GED -
Havana University