Melissa Rendon
Fresno,CA
Summary
Detail-oriented legal assistant with a track record of effective case management and client communication. Proficient in organizing case files and maintaining confidentiality, contributing to streamlined operations and enhanced client service.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
Work History
Paraprofessional
Fresno Unified School District
Fresno, California
04.2025 - 06.2025
- Assisted teachers with classroom management and provided instructional support to enhance student engagement.
- Implemented behavior management strategies to promote a positive learning environment.
- Supported students with special needs in academic tasks and facilitated social interactions to foster inclusion.
- Collaborated with educators to develop individualized education plans for students.
- Monitored student progress and communicated feedback to teachers and parents to inform educational strategies.
- Maintained classroom materials and resources for effective teaching support.
- Communicated effectively with students, fostering a supportive educational atmosphere.
Cosmetic Beauty Advisor and Counter Manager
Macys Department Store
Fresno, California
10.2024 - 01.2025
- Advised customers on skincare and makeup products tailored to individual needs.
- Demonstrated product application techniques during in-store events and promotions.
- Maintained an organized and visually appealing cosmetics display for optimal customer engagement.
- Assisted customers with product selection, offering personalized recommendations and guidance.
- Educated clients on proper skincare routines and makeup application methods.
- Collaborated with team members to ensure excellent customer service and satisfaction.
- Managed inventory, including restocking shelves and tracking product availability.
- Participated in training sessions to stay updated on new product launches and trends.
- Educated customers on new trends and promotional offers available at the store.
- Assisted in the selection of cosmetics, skin care, fragrance and hair care products to meet customer needs.
Legal Assistant
Kharazi and Sirabian Law Firm
Fresno, ca
06.2001 - 06.2002
- Assisted in trial preparation by gathering evidence and documents.
- Managed attorney calendars, scheduling appointments and court dates to optimize time management.
- Communicated with clients to provide updates on case progress.
- Maintained knowledge on case status by reviewing relevant records and reporting back to clients.
- Provided administrative support and conducted research to assist attorneys in civil litigation preparation, contributing to case readiness.
- Maintained client confidentiality in all matters.
- Organized case files and maintained accurate records to ensure efficient information retrieval.
- Ensured that all paperwork was properly filed according to established procedures.
- Updated databases with new information received from attorneys or clients.
- Scanned physical documents into electronic format for storage in a secure database system.
- Managed office scheduling and kept accurate notes on deadlines, motions, and other dates.
- Handled telephone calls, meeting plans and conference organization requirements.
- Performed basic bookkeeping duties including tracking payments received from clients.
Education
J.D. - Law
Purdue Global Law School
Los Angeles, CA01-2029
Ph.D. - Strategic Leadership
Liberty University
Lynchburg, VA05-2022
Master of Arts - Executive Leadership
Liberty University
Lynchburg, VA12-2019
Bachelor of Arts - Business Management
Fresno Pacific University
Fresno12-2018
Skills
- Legal research
- Case management
- Classroom support
- Customer service
- Behavior management
- Project management
- Communication skills
- Clerical support
- Schedule management
- Organization and prioritization
Accomplishments
Member of the Phi Alpha Delta Law Fraternity International
Custom Section 1
- I am a member of the Phi Alpha Delta Law Fraternity Society of Scholars International
Timeline
Paraprofessional
Fresno Unified School District
04.2025 - 06.2025
Cosmetic Beauty Advisor and Counter Manager
Macys Department Store
10.2024 - 01.2025
Legal Assistant
Kharazi and Sirabian Law Firm
06.2001 - 06.2002
J.D. - Law
Purdue Global Law School
Ph.D. - Strategic Leadership
Liberty University
Master of Arts - Executive Leadership
Liberty University
Bachelor of Arts - Business Management
Fresno Pacific University