Personable and detailed-oriented assistant who displays the outmost level of professionalism, organization, initiative, leadership and confidentiality. Follows directives and employs all necessary steps to excel in high-pressure situations while thriving in an ever-changing and dynamic environment.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Legal Administrative Support
Christina Stone & Associates, Legal Counsel for State Farm
02.2023 - Current
Successfully initiated and took on tasks of workflow wizards. Processed and managed various electronic mailboxes for several attorneys. Identified, requested and maintained regular communication with providers to collect medical and billing records. Composed, typed and mailed routine letters of correspondence. Managed multi-line phone and directed incoming calls to appropriate staff members. Opened a high volume of new client files. Managed accounts payable for various vendors. Developed, mentored and facilitated training to new employees through a comprehensive on boarding process. Collaborated within national committees and subcommittee to brainstorm, develop and successfully roll out updated standardized office procedures, enhancing operational efficiency across the organization.
Legal Assistant
Law Office of Keith J. Nedwick, P.C
07.2019 - 01.2022
Successfully scheduled client appointments. Maintained accurate docketing of court appearances and deadlines. Managed front desk and multi-line phone for various offices. Conducted client interviews and all client intake services. Processed all assigned cases according to company and client service level agreements. Managed communication with courts regarding status of pending cases. Drafted various court documents, invoices, and enclosures at attorney's request. Composed and typed routine letters of correspondence. Directed incoming calls to appropriate staff members. Opened new client files. Reviewed incoming disclosure statements and broke down the appropriate documents (i.e., police reports, PC affidavit, witness & exhibit list, etc.). Requested and reviewed evidence (i.e., body worn camera videos, dash camera videos, videos from pertinent building locations/ residences.). Assisted in initial client interviews and transcribed meeting notes to create a concise timeline for trial preparation. Planned trial strategy alongside attorney. Consulted and coordinated with parties, experts, and witnesses. Prepared criminal trial binders. Conducted legal research and drafted, reviewed and prepared legal documents, including motions, petitions, opinions, demands and disclosures. Attended trial and assisted attorneys with conducting research and coordinating witnesses for their trial testimony. Handled large volume of cases.
Paralegal
Legal Aid Services of Oklahoma
02.2017 - 05.2018
Prepared routine legal correspondence and memoranda for attorney partners. Case management, Registered Court Interpreter, Networking with other non-profit agencies, Assist attorneys in obtaining pertinent case information, Legal research.
Administrative Assistant
Alvarez de Bennett Law, P.C
04.2013 - 08.2015
Successfully scheduled client appointments. Closely trained front desk receptionist. Managed front desk and multi-line phone for various offices. Conducted client interviews and all client intake services. Processed all assigned cases according to company and client service level agreements. Managed communication with courts regarding status of petitions and granted orders. Drafted various court documents, invoices and enclosures at attorney's request. Composed and typed routine letters of correspondence. Directed incoming calls to appropriate staff members. Opened new claim files.
Education
Bachelors - Early Childhood Education
Interamerican University of Puerto Rico, Metro Campus
Cupey, PR
01.2026
Courses - Forensic Psychology
University of Puerto Rico, Bayamon Campus
Bayamon, PR
01.2010
High School Diploma - undefined
Colegio Beato Carlos Manuel Rodríguez
Bayamón, PR
01.2007
Skills
Client-focused
Quick learner
File/records maintenance
Data base managing
Fully Bilingual
Daily Docket Reports
Case Management
MILITARY EXPERIENCE
Chemical, Biological, Radiological, AND Nuclear (CBRN) Specialist (74D) | June 2013- June 2019 | US Army Reserves
Assist in the establishment of CBRN defense measures. Provide training advice and supervision regarding CBRN equipment and operations. Train military and civilian personnel on CBRN response operations. Operate and maintain CBRN detection and decontamination equipment. Serve on Biological Integrated Detection Teams, STRYKER NBC Reconnaissance Platoons, Technical Escort Battalions, Special Forces and Ranger Units.
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Legal Administrative Support
Christina Stone & Associates, Legal Counsel for State Farm
02.2023 - Current
Legal Assistant
Law Office of Keith J. Nedwick, P.C
07.2019 - 01.2022
Paralegal
Legal Aid Services of Oklahoma
02.2017 - 05.2018
Administrative Assistant
Alvarez de Bennett Law, P.C
04.2013 - 08.2015
Bachelors - Early Childhood Education
Interamerican University of Puerto Rico, Metro Campus