Nelson Fernandez
San Antonio
Summary
Knowledgeable Paralegal with solid foundation in Social Security Disability and case management. Known for efficiently supporting attorneys and contributing to successful case outcomes. Demonstrated proficiency in managing case files and efficiently communicating with clients, in both English and Spanish.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
MLP Paralegal B
Texas RioGrande Legal Aid, Inc.
12.2022 - Current
- Manage a caseload of 40 to 50 cases
- Represented disability clients at the ALJ and Reconsideration levels at the Social Security Administration
- Conducted an average of ten detailed client intakes per week, in both English and Spanish
- Enhanced case efficiency by organizing and maintaining legal documents, files, and correspondence.
- Streamlined communication between clients and legal staff by managing client inquiries promptly and professionally.
- Conducted in-depth legal research for supporting case strategy development, significantly contributing to positive outcomes.
Public Benefits Paralegal B
Texas RioGrande Legal Aid, Inc.
03.2021 - 12.2022
- Managed a caseload of 20 to 30 cases
- Represented disability clients at ALJ and Reconsideration levels at the Social Security Administration
- Conducted an average of 6 detailed client intakes per week, in both English and Spanish
- Researched statutes, decisions, legal articles, and codes.
- Enhanced case efficiency by organizing and maintaining legal documents, files, and correspondence.
Rideshare Driver
Uber And Lyft
05.2018 - 02.2019
- Developed strong communication skills while interacting with diverse groups of riders daily, in both English and Spanish
- Responded to passenger concerns and complaints politely and professionally.
- Assisted passengers with loading and unloading luggage for enhanced customer care.
- Maintained excellent ratings from passengers by consistently delivering friendly service and timely pickups.
Law Clerk
Hasdorff & Convery, P.C.
06.2017 - 08.2017
- Drafted persuasive legal memoranda to support attorney arguments during court proceedings.
- Investigated facts and laws to determine strategies for case preparation.
- Assisted attorneys with reviewing and organizing witness reports, and translating evidence, in both English and Spanish
- Researched statutes, decisions, legal articles, and codes.
Legal Intern
Legal Aid Society Of The Orange County Bar Association
06.2016 - 07.2016
- Performed legal and general research, drafting memoranda, and correspondence.
- Conducted foster home to assess adequacy of children’s placement with foster parents, communicating in both English and Spanish
- Created and maintained a resource bank of child dependency case law for use in hearings
Paralegal
Gregory and Clark, PLLC
01.2009 - 08.2010
- Negotiated short sale and loan modification agreements with opposing counsel at mediation
- Assisted counsel in preparing answers, providing documentation, and information for discovery request.
- Communicated with clients, opposing counsel and court personnel to keep all parties informed on case updates.
- Managed an average of 50 cases
- Represented the law firm at a weekly business networking event in an effort to secure potential clients
Client Service Representative
Morgan & Morgan Law Firm
08.2007 - 12.2008
- Served as the sole Client Cervices Representative for a law firm over 100 attorneys and hundreds of staff
- Managed incoming calls, in both English and Spanish, providing prompt and accurate information to law firm clients about their cases
- Quickly investigated and resolved client complaints
- Interviewed personal injury applicants for attorney representation
- Referred medically needy clients to a variety of medical specialists across the Central Florida region
Paralegal
Neva M. Kelaher, P.A.
09.2006 - 06.2007
- Created discovery notebooks and trial exhibits
- Assisted attorney with exhibits at trial
- Assisted attorney with reviewing and organizing witness reports
- Researched statutes, decisions, legal articles, and codes
- Revised and finalized letters, briefs, and memos
Education
Bachelor of Arts - History
University of Florida
Gainesville, FL05-2023
Skills
- Proficient in MS office
- Case management
- Social Security Disability
- Policy research
- Fluent Spanish speaker
Accomplishments
Frequently the highest producer of intakes among all TRLA paralegals
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
MLP Paralegal B
Texas RioGrande Legal Aid, Inc.
12.2022 - Current
Public Benefits Paralegal B
Texas RioGrande Legal Aid, Inc.
03.2021 - 12.2022
Rideshare Driver
Uber And Lyft
05.2018 - 02.2019
Law Clerk
Hasdorff & Convery, P.C.
06.2017 - 08.2017
Legal Intern
Legal Aid Society Of The Orange County Bar Association
06.2016 - 07.2016
Paralegal
Gregory and Clark, PLLC
01.2009 - 08.2010
Client Service Representative
Morgan & Morgan Law Firm
08.2007 - 12.2008
Paralegal
Neva M. Kelaher, P.A.
09.2006 - 06.2007
Bachelor of Arts - History
University of Florida
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