MABEL QUINTERO
MIAMI,FL
Summary
Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy. To seek and maintain full-time position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem-solving skills.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
Litigation Legal Assistant
WICKER SMITH O'HARA McCOY
10.2023 - Current
- Improved case management efficiency by organizing and maintaining electronic files and databases.
- Streamlined document production processes for faster response times in high-stakes legal cases.
- Drafted and reviewed legal documents such as pleadings, motions, and discovery requests to ensure accuracy and compliance with court rules.
- Managed deadlines effectively ensuring timely submission of all required filings and correspondence.
- Facilitated client communication through proactive updates on the progress of their cases and addressing any concerns promptly.
- Developed strong relationships with opposing counsel, fostering cooperation during discovery processes and negotiation efforts.
- Maintained strict confidentiality of sensitive client information adhering to professional ethics guidelines rigorously at all times.
- Ensured accurate billing practices by diligently tracking billable hours spent on various tasks related to client matters.
- Expedited settlement agreements through skillful drafting of settlement proposals under the guidance of supervising attorneys.
- Completed electronic court filings at state and federal levels.
- Collaborated with attorneys to develop effective litigation strategies, contributing to favorable case resolutions.
- Revised and finalized letters, briefs, and memos.
- Coordinated scheduling of depositions, hearings, and meetings for seamless communication between parties involved in a case.
- Enhanced attorney efficiency by summarizing depositions transcripts accurately and concisely.
- Increased productivity by managing multiple complex cases simultaneously while prioritizing tasks effectively.
- Supported attorneys during trials by creating trial exhibits, preparing witness binders, and tracking essential documentation throughout proceedings.
- Contributed to positive team dynamics within the firm by collaborating effectively with colleagues in both legal support roles and attorney positions.
- Enhanced understanding of litigation procedures through attending continuing education courses regularly.
- Strengthened client trust through consistent attention to detail when handling sensitive case materials and adhering to strict confidentiality standards.
LEGAL ASSISTANT
BOYD RICHARDS PARKER & COLONNELLI, P.L
02.2020 - 11.2022
- Assistant to Partner overseeing the Criminal Defense Division
- Assistant to multiple partners in the Appellate Division
- Responsible for daily capture and overseeing of legal tasks such as research, analysis, drafting of pleadings, report preparation, client meetings, pre-deposition conferences, depositions, pre-mediation conferences, mediations and pretrial work
- Verbal and written communications with clients, opposing counsel and Judge's chambers
- Prepare legal documents and pleadings, such as summonses, complaints, subpoenas, notices of taking depositions, deposition summaries, witness and exhibit lists and expert witness lists
- Gather information for pre-suit litigation and appellate proceedings
- Confirm calendared due dates and court deadlines; schedule appointments, hearings, court appearances, depositions and mediations.
LEGAL ASSISTANT TO SHAREHOLDER
FOWLER WHITE BURNETT
11.2013 - 02.2020
- Assistant to Shareholder of the Medical Malpractice Division
- Responsible for daily capture and overseeing of legal tasks such as research, analysis, drafting of pleadings, report preparation, client meetings, pre-deposition conferences, depositions, pre-mediation conferences, mediations and pretrial work
- Verbal and written communications with clients, opposing counsel and Judge's chambers
- Prepare legal documents and pleadings, such as summonses, complaints, subpoenas, notices of taking depositions, deposition summaries, witness and exhibit lists and expert witness lists
- Gather information for pre-suit and litigation proceedings
- Confirm calendared due dates and court deadlines; schedule appointments, hearings, court appearances, depositions and mediations
- Interview insured clients in preparation for responses to various discovery requests.
LITIGATION ASSISTANT TO GENERAL COUNSEL
SHOMA GROUP
07.2006 - 06.2013
- Personal assistant to the Chief Executive Officer which involved scheduling events, maintaining and confirming calendar, coordinating travel arrangements, hotel accommodations and transportation
- Established and developed the legal department of a well-known and distinguished home developer
- Assisted General In-house Counsel in all areas of practice including but not limited to all real estate transactions, planning and zoning and contracts.
Education
High School Diploma -
Legal Assistant Institute
Miami, FL1991
Skills
- BILINGUAL- SPANISH
- PROFICIENT COMPUTER SKILLS, WORD, OUTLOOK, NETDOCS, PROLAW & TIMEKEEP
- KNOWLEDGE IN E-FILING IN CIVIL, FEDERAL CRIMINAL AND APPELLATE COURTS
- Calendar Management
- File Organization
- Court Filings
- Legal Research
- Litigation Support
- Meeting Scheduling
- Client Relations
- Attention to Detail
- Professionalism
- Microsoft Office Proficiency
- Travel Arrangements
- Interpersonal Skills
- Team Collaboration
- Adaptability
- Confidentiality Maintenance
- Multitasking Abilities
- Time Management
- Civil Law
- Administrative Support
- Client Service and Support
- Travel Coordination
- Scheduling/Planning
- Fast Learner
- Legal/Court Processes
- Document Filing
- Client Billing
- Client Communication
- Document Drafting
- Client Support
- Notary Public
- Criminal Law
- Correspondence
- Memo Drafting and Typing
- Appointment Scheduling
- LexisNexis
- Subpoenas and Summonses
- Legal Correspondence
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Litigation Legal Assistant
WICKER SMITH O'HARA McCOY
10.2023 - Current
LEGAL ASSISTANT
BOYD RICHARDS PARKER & COLONNELLI, P.L
02.2020 - 11.2022
LEGAL ASSISTANT TO SHAREHOLDER
FOWLER WHITE BURNETT
11.2013 - 02.2020
LITIGATION ASSISTANT TO GENERAL COUNSEL
SHOMA GROUP
07.2006 - 06.2013
High School Diploma -
Legal Assistant Institute
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