Onelia Santos
Cleveland,OH
Summary
Accomplished Legal Assistant with a proven track record, adept in client billing and case file management. Demonstrated expertise in maintaining data confidentiality and workload management, leading to a significant increase in client satisfaction. Skilled in legal document preparation and possesses exceptional attention to detail, ensuring meticulous proofreading and efficient task prioritization. Driven Legal Assistant with 20+ years of experience in civil law. Highly skilled at multitasking and prioritizing tasks to complete projects on time and determine appropriate courses of action. Committed to streamlining processes to facilitate growth in civil law law.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Legal Assistant
Marshall Dennehey, P.C.
01.2021 - 06.2024
- Maintained strict confidentiality, protecting sensitive client information as required by legal ethics and regulations.
- Handled office scheduling and made notes for deadlines, motions, and other important dates.
- Improved communication between attorneys and clients by scheduling meetings, providing status updates, and relaying critical information promptly.
- Completed electronic filings, initiated billing statements, and managed firm administrative matters.
Legal Assistant
Mannion Gray Merged With Lewis Brisbois
07.2014 - 01.2024
- Maintained strict confidentiality, protecting sensitive client information as required by legal ethics and regulations.
- Handled office scheduling and made notes for deadlines, motions, and other important dates.
- Improved communication between attorneys and clients by scheduling meetings, providing status updates, and relaying critical information promptly.
- Completed electronic filings, initiated billing statements, and managed firm administrative matters.
- Increased client satisfaction by efficiently managing case files and promptly addressing inquiries.
- Managed high-volume workload while maintaining strict attention to detail on every task such as drafting pleadings or summarizing depositions accurately.
- Reduced errors in court filings by meticulously proofreading documents for accuracy before submission.
- Handled billing tasks efficiently and accurately, ensuring smooth financial operations for the legal team.
- Assisted with trial preparation, including creation of exhibits, compilation of witness lists, and organization of evidence materials.
- Drafted accurate and persuasive legal correspondence, contributing to successful negotiations and settlements.
- Contacted clients to schedule appointments and discuss progress of cases.
- Prepared various exhibits for attorneys for public meetings, zoning commission meetings, and legal resolutions.
Legal Assistant/Billing
Reminger
07.2007 - 07.2014
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
Education
High School Diploma -
Clearview High School
Lorain, OHSkills
- Scheduling/Planning
- Microsoft Office
- E-filing
- Fluent in Spanish
- Proofreading
- Legal/Court Processes
- Exceptional telephone etiquette
- Advanced word processing
- Litigation Support
- Transcription
- Client Billing
- Proficient in MS Office
- Effective Multitasking
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Legal Assistant
Marshall Dennehey, P.C.
01.2021 - 06.2024
Legal Assistant
Mannion Gray Merged With Lewis Brisbois
07.2014 - 01.2024
Legal Assistant/Billing
Reminger
07.2007 - 07.2014
High School Diploma -
Clearview High School
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