Nancy Lira
Whittier,CA
Summary
Detail-oriented and highly organized legal professional with an Associate of Arts degree and Paralegal Certificate, currently pursuing a Bachelor of Arts in Paralegal Studies starting in Spring 2026. Bringing 16 years of federal government experience as a Casework Manager for a Congresswoman, demonstrating exceptional case management, communication, and organizational skills across civil, municipal, and employment law matters. Skilled in legal research, document preparation, discovery support, and electronic filing while maintaining confidentiality and effectively collaborating with attorneys and public officials. Eager to leverage a strong blend of formal education, practical legal expertise, and government service to excel as a Paralegal.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Legal Secretary
LA City Attorney Hydee Feldstein-Soto, Public Saf
01.2023 - Current
- Provide comprehensive legal and administrative support to attorneys advising the LAPD, LAFD, Emergency Management Department, and Emergency Operations Organization on civil, municipal, administrative, and employment law matters
- Prepare, review, and electronically file legal documents, including writ proceedings in Superior Court with cases involving the California Public Records Act (CPRA)
- Create legal shells and serve discovery documents such as interrogatories, requests for admission, and requests for production of documents, supporting litigation and case preparation efforts
- Manage attorney calendars, track critical case deadlines, and coordinate meetings
- Maintain division legal files and update case records using CityLaw, archiving files, distributing mail
- Assist attorneys with processing attorney fee payments in compliance with city policies, coordinating with internal departments to ensure accuracy
- Serve as a liaison via telephone with public members, city departments, court personnel, and other agencies, providing professional and clear communication
- Provided temporary support to attorneys assigned to the Board of Rights (BOR), preparing hearing materials, managing case schedules, and drafting, formatting, and finalizing legal motions, memoranda, and correspondence.
- Ensure strict confidentiality and accuracy when handling sensitive and confidential legal documentation.
- Perform general office duties including ordering supplies and other administrative tasks as needed.
Casework Manager/Outreach Coordinator
Congresswoman Lucille Roybal-Allard
07.2015 - 12.2022
- Direct and plan casework operation for the District Office – supervision of caseworker, assignments, workflow, and development.
- Respond to constituent inquiries in person, telephonically, via written correspondence on case progress and coordinate problem resolution.
- Develop and implement yearly Casework department outreach plan along with co-hosting joint presentations with local government agencies.
- Independently research, interpret and explain U.S. law, regulations, policies and procedures to constituents and staff.
- Monitor effectiveness of satellite office locations and provide relevant recommendations for improvements.
- Drafted letters, memos, and casework reports
- Represent Member at meetings where casework problems are under discussion.
- Attend trainings with federal agencies related to casework
Education
AA - Paralegal Studies
Santa Ana College
Santa Ana06.2025
Skills
- Legal Research & Analysis
- Preparation of Legal Documents
- Case File Management & Electronic Filing
- Knowledge of Civil, Municipal, Administrative, & Employment Law
- Scheduling & Calendar Management
- Strong Organizational & Time Management Skills
- Excellent Written & Verbal Communication
- Ability to Work Independently & Collaboratively
- Strict Confidentiality & Professionalism
- Computer software/ frameworks: Microsoft Office, Adobe Pro, Outlook, PowerPoint, Citylaw
- Languages: Spanish
Certification
- Legal Technology Certificate, June 2024, National Society for Legal Technology
- LexisNexis-Paralegal
Timeline
Legal Secretary
LA City Attorney Hydee Feldstein-Soto, Public Saf
01.2023 - Current
Casework Manager/Outreach Coordinator
Congresswoman Lucille Roybal-Allard
07.2015 - 12.2022
AA - Paralegal Studies
Santa Ana College
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