Oscar Del Cid
Tolleson,AZ
Summary
Resourceful legal support professional known for unparalleled productivity and the ability to efficiently complete tasks. Possess specialized skills in legal research, document drafting, and case management that contribute to successful legal outcomes. Excel in critical thinking, communication, and time management, utilizing these soft skills to navigate complex legal environments effectively. Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong work ethic, adaptability, and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Legal Support Clerk
Maricopa County Attorney's Office
Phoenix, AZ
10.2021 - 05.2025
- Coordinate with multiple Bureaus overseeing in-custody criminal cases, facilitating prompt processing and communication with detention facilities.
- Organize, evaluate, and oversee case documents for prosecuting attorneys.
- Interact with law enforcement, legal staff, and jail personnel regarding court dates, evidence, and procedural needs.
- Ensure confidentiality is maintained alongside adherence to court-mandated deadlines and procedures.
- Compiled evidence and other legal documents for attorney review.
- Entered data into databases for tracking of cases or related information.
- Prepared legal documents such as pleadings, motions, briefs and contracts.
- Reviewed original documents for accuracy and completeness prior to filing.
- Created spreadsheets for tracking of case progress and deadlines.
- Facilitated communication between attorneys, clients, and court personnel.
- Conducted research on relevant laws, regulations and court decisions.
- Scanned documents into the document management system for storage purposes.
- Organized exhibits for use in court proceedings.
- Retrieved records from courthouse or other public offices as requested by the legal team.
- Responded to inquiries from external sources regarding cases handled by the firm.
- Maintained physical and electronic files in accordance with established procedures.
- Assisted with preparation of trial notebooks and deposition summaries.
- Assisted with special projects such as preparing reports or presentations.
- Updated calendars with upcoming court dates, deadlines or other important events related to ongoing cases.
- Attended depositions, hearings or trials when needed by the legal team.
- Conducted thorough research and review of case information to assist attorneys.
- Provided administrative support to boost firm's document production and legal correspondence.
- Filed clients' legal documents in relevant courts for processing.
- Drafted legal complaints, summonses and interrogatories.
- Prepared and processed expense reports for reimbursing attorneys.
- Participated in client interviews, observed questioning process and documented information.
- Redacted confidential information from legal documents on case-by-case basis.
- Provided administrative support and conducted research to assist attorneys in civil litigation preparation.
- Coordinated the distribution of legal materials to other parties as required.
- Maintained knowledge on case status by reviewing relevant records and reporting back to clients.
- Answered phones, greeted clients, scheduled appointments and made travel arrangements.
- Conducted legal research to aid professionals with positive outcomes.
- Contributed to professional development initiatives for continuous improvement and updated knowledge of current trends and industry best practices.
- Strengthened traceability by developing organization systems for DUI and armed robbery records, reports, general counsel agreements, and agendas.
- Revised documents, organized travel arrangements, submitted billable hours and coordinated court documentation for timely filings.
- Prepared thorough, accurate and well-edited documents for cases, client communication, and internal needs.
- Gathered and organized pre-trial discovery, records and evidence and witness interviews.
- Remained highly organized and detail-oriented while working on several cases simultaneously.
Immigration Legal Assistant
Amendes Immigration Services
Phoenix, AZ
07.2016 - 08.2018
- Conducted research on various immigration laws and regulations.
- Advocated on behalf of immigrant rights organizations at local, state, and federal levels.
- Collaborated with clients to ensure accuracy of paperwork and completion of all necessary forms.
- Ensured that all relevant information was included in documents submitted to USCIS for review.
- Assisted immigration attorneys in preparing legal documents such as petitions, applications, and briefs.
- Provided translations of foreign language documents into English.
- Prepared affidavits of support for immigrants applying for permanent residence status.
- Facilitated communication between clients and third-party organizations related to their immigration status.
- Researched current news stories related to immigration policies and procedures.
- Assisted with initial client intake to obtain relevant case information and evaluated case issues and case strategy in coordination with attorney or case manager.
- Translated documents into language for client and interpreted verbal communications to enable client to understand immigration process.
- Analyzed legal documents for discrepancies to streamline procedures and avoid delays.
- Translated immigration documents to explain relevance to potential residents.
- Responded to client calls and inquiries to deliver applicable information.
Education
Master of Science - Legal Studies
Grand Canyon University
Phoenix, AZ04-2025
Bachelor of Arts - Government With Emphasis in Legal Studies
Grand Canyon University
Phoenix, AZ12-2021
Skills
- Legal research
- Document drafting
- Case management
- Client communication
- Confidentiality assurance
- Critical thinking
- Data entry
- Proofreading
- Legal document drafting
- Document management
- Confidentiality
- Microsoft office
- Case preparation
- Legal terminology
- Litigation support
- Document editing
- Organizational efficiency
- Legal writing
- Interviewing clients
- Legal document preparation
- Cross-functional communication
- Document filing
- Document preparation
- Legal research and writing
- Relationship building
- Fast learner
- Analytical thinking
- Problem solving
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Verbal communication
- Computer skills
- Excellent communication
- Research
- Microsoft Word
- Organizational skills
- Fluent Spanish speaker
- Literary translation
- Translation expertise
- Spanish language translation
- French language translation
- Legal translation
- Fluent french speaker
- Time management
- Attention to detail
- Client support
- Client relations
- Risk management
- Troubleshooting complex problems
- Civil and criminal law expertise
- Writing and editing
- Task prioritization
- File organization
- Client service and support
Languages
English
Native/ Bilingual
Spanish
Native/ Bilingual
French
Professional
Certification
- Gang Net Access Certified
- TALK Access Certified
- ICIS Access Certified
- Karpel Certified
- JWI Certified
Accomplishments
- National Honor Society (2017-2018)
Affiliations
- D1 Soccer team
- Student Councils
- Debate club
- Mock Trial
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Legal Support Clerk
Maricopa County Attorney's Office
10.2021 - 05.2025
Immigration Legal Assistant
Amendes Immigration Services
07.2016 - 08.2018
Master of Science - Legal Studies
Grand Canyon University
Bachelor of Arts - Government With Emphasis in Legal Studies
Grand Canyon University
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