LIZANDRA MONTERO
Kissimmee,FL
Summary
Currently seeking a full-time position in an environment that offers challenges and opportunities for growth within the organization. Committed and engaging instructor bringing exceptional lecturing skills and expertise in the areas of Criminal justice and Crime Analysis. Gifted in engagement and guidance of students with six (6) years in postsecondary education.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
APPELLATE JUDICIAL ASSISTANT
STATE OF FLORIDA / STATE COURT SYSTEM / 6DCA
2023.01 - Current
- Contributed to a positive work environment by fostering teamwork among court staff members.
- Maintained confidentiality of sensitive information while handling high-profile or complex cases.
- Assisted in drafting judicial opinions, orders, and memoranda for timely resolution of cases.
- Expedited court proceedings by effectively prioritizing tasks according to urgency and deadlines.
- Contributed to the overall success of the court by remaining adaptable and flexible in response to changing needs or priorities.
- Developed strong working relationships with colleagues to ensure a collaborative approach to achieving court objectives.
CIRCUIT JUDICIAL ASSISTANT
STATE OF FLORIDA / STATE COURT SYSTEM / 9TH JUD
2017.09 - 2023.12
- Maintained confidentiality of sensitive information while handling high-profile or complex cases.
- Responsible for compiling and distributing the dockets for the division, requesting jurors and interpreters
- Assisted in drafting orders and memoranda for timely resolution of cases.
- Expedited court proceedings by effectively prioritizing tasks according to urgency and deadlines.
- Streamlined daily court operations with effective scheduling and coordination of hearings, trials, and conferences.
- Demonstrated professionalism under pressure when addressing difficult situations within the courtroom setting.
- Consistently exhibited excellent attention-to-detail skills when reviewing and processing legal documents, ensuring accuracy and timeliness.
- Liaised with various agencies such as probation departments or social services for case-related matters as needed.
- Contributed to the overall success of the court by remaining adaptable and flexible in response to changing needs or priorities.
- Coordinated jury selection process to maintain fair representation within the legal system.
- Promoted clear communication between judges, attorneys, and parties by facilitating correspondence and relaying pertinent information.
- Maintained court dockets and updated disposition of cases after court hearings and trials.
- Provided assistance to attorneys and court personnel in courtroom
- Prepared court documents for filing in alignment with established protocols to support compliance.
- Assisted court in scheduling hearings, meetings and other events to support seamless operations.
- Keep the Judge's personal calendar up to date and confidential.
COUNTY JUDICIAL ASSISTANT
STATE OF FLORIDA / STATE COURT SYSTEM / 9TH JUD.
2017.09 - 2018.12
- Maintained confidentiality of sensitive information while handling high-profile or complex cases.
- Responsible for compiling and distributing the dockets for the division, requesting jurors and interpreters
- Assisted in drafting orders and memoranda for timely resolution of cases.
- Expedited court proceedings by effectively prioritizing tasks according to urgency and deadlines.
- Streamlined daily court operations with effective scheduling and coordination of hearings, trials, and conferences.
- Demonstrated professionalism under pressure when addressing difficult situations within the courtroom setting.
- Consistently exhibited excellent attention-to-detail skills when reviewing and processing legal documents, ensuring accuracy and timeliness.
- Liaised with various agencies such as probation departments or social services for case-related matters as needed.
- Contributed to the overall success of the court by remaining adaptable and flexible in response to changing needs or priorities.
- Coordinated jury selection process to maintain fair representation within the legal system.
- Promoted clear communication between judges, attorneys, and parties by facilitating correspondence and relaying pertinent information.
- Maintained court dockets and updated disposition of cases after court hearings and trials.
- Provided assistance to attorneys and court personnel in courtroom
- Prepared court documents for filing in alignment with established protocols to support compliance.
- Assisted court in scheduling hearings, meetings and other events to support seamless operations.
- Keep the Judge's personal calendar up to date and confidential.
ADMIN ASSIST TO CHILD SUPP HEARING OFFICER
State of Florida / State Court System
2017.02 - 2017.08
- Maintained confidentiality of sensitive information by adhering to strict privacy policies and implementing secure filing systems.
- Answered multi-line phone system, routing calls, delivering messages to staff and greeting visitors.
- Promoted a positive work environment through effective communication skills and fostering professional relationships among colleagues.
- Responsible for compiling and distributing the dockets for the Hearing Officers
- Coordinate hearing dates with privately retained counsel or pro se litigants.
- Perform a host of other clerical duties necessary to keep the office performing efficiently and to assist the Hearing Officer as directed.
CIVIL SPECIALIST III
JON B. MORGAN OSCEOLA COUNTY COURTHOUSE
2009.06 - 2017.02
- Maintained confidentiality of sensitive information while handling high-profile or complex cases.
- Expedited court proceedings by effectively prioritizing tasks according to urgency and deadlines.
- Provided exceptional customer service when assisting litigants, attorneys, witnesses, and jurors with inquiries or concerns related to their involvement in court proceedings.
- Consistently exhibited excellent attention-to-detail skills when reviewing and processing legal documents, ensuring accuracy and timeliness.
- Open, close and reopen cases as per order signed by the judge
- Reduced errors on official records by carefully monitoring all updates made to case files throughout the duration of each trial.
- Prepared court orders and judgments for signature.
- Maintained court dockets and updated disposition of cases after court hearings and trials.
- Conduct Mortgage Foreclosure Sales, Issue Certificate of Sales, Certificate of Title, Certificate of Disbursement and distribution of Surplus Funds
- Consistency with the record keeping of pleading, orders and motions into the Progress Docket assuring the confidentiality, legality, integrity and accuracy.
- Developed strong working relationships with colleagues to ensure a collaborative approach to achieving court objectives.
- Answered telephone calls, took messages and transferred calls to appropriate colleagues.
- Collected court fees and fines and recorded amounts collected in Benchmark.
Education
Master of Science - Criminal Justice
University of Central Florida
Orlando, FL12.2023
Master Certificate - Crime Analysis
University of Central Florida
Orlando, FL12.2023
Bachelor of Arts - Communications And Conflicts
University of Central Florida
Orlando, FL12.2018
Skills
- Bilingual (English and Spanish).
- Proficient in ARC GIS, IBM SPPS Stat, WestLaw, Odyssey, JACs, and Microsoft Suite.
- Analytical Skills
- Legal Research
- Legal Terminology
- Problem-solving aptitude
- Document Preparation
- Effective Communication
- Court Procedures
- Adept to work independently.
- Time Management
- Detailed oriented.
- Self-motivated.
Languages
English
Full Professional
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
APPELLATE JUDICIAL ASSISTANT
STATE OF FLORIDA / STATE COURT SYSTEM / 6DCA
2023.01 - Current
CIRCUIT JUDICIAL ASSISTANT
STATE OF FLORIDA / STATE COURT SYSTEM / 9TH JUD
2017.09 - 2023.12
COUNTY JUDICIAL ASSISTANT
STATE OF FLORIDA / STATE COURT SYSTEM / 9TH JUD.
2017.09 - 2018.12
ADMIN ASSIST TO CHILD SUPP HEARING OFFICER
State of Florida / State Court System
2017.02 - 2017.08
CIVIL SPECIALIST III
JON B. MORGAN OSCEOLA COUNTY COURTHOUSE
2009.06 - 2017.02
Master of Science - Criminal Justice
University of Central Florida
Master Certificate - Crime Analysis
University of Central Florida
Bachelor of Arts - Communications And Conflicts
University of Central Florida
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