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Samya Emanuel

New York,NY

Overview

12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Legal Assistant

Joint Industry Board
New York, New York
01.2022 - Current
  • Communicated with clients to gather information and provide updates on cases.
  • Reviewed and summarized discovery materials for attorney review.
  • Interviewed clients to obtain vital case information to support associates.
  • Drafted various court documents, invoices and enclosures at attorneys' request.
  • Analyzed legal statutes, codes and previous court decisions to determine optimal course of action.

Legal Assistant

Connect America
New York, New York
02.2020 - 01.2022
  • Assisted in preparing for court hearings and client meetings.
  • Provided administrative support to attorneys by managing calendars, scheduling appointments, organizing files, preparing correspondence, filing court documents and obtaining necessary signatures.
  • Filed clients' legal documents in relevant courts for processing.
  • Updated databases with new information received from attorneys or clients.

Legal Assistant

St. John’s Episcopal
New York, New York
05.2017 - 02.2020
  • Provided administrative support to attorneys by managing calendars, scheduling appointments, organizing files, preparing correspondence, filing court documents, and obtaining necessary signatures.
  • Proofread drafts of legal documents for accuracy in grammar and punctuation.
  • Updated databases with new information received from attorneys or clients.
  • Assisted with document production and deposition preparation.

Legal Administrative Assistant

Jacob Katsman Law Firm
New York, New York
03.2014 - 12.2019
  • Supported attorneys during 20+ depositions by meticulously taking notes and providing necessary resources, enhancing the accuracy and effectiveness of case preparations.
  • Monitored court dockets and provided timely updates to attorneys.
  • Developed compliance policies aligned with regulatory requirements and industry standards.
  • Planned and executed compliance audits to check company policies, procedures and controls.

Education

Legal Studies -

Berkeley College
New York, NY

Skills

  • Case management
  • Legal compliance
  • Litigation support
  • Corporate law
  • Legal file maintenance

Certification

  • Hofstra University

Paralegal Certificate

Timeline

Legal Assistant

Joint Industry Board
01.2022 - Current

Legal Assistant

Connect America
02.2020 - 01.2022

Legal Assistant

St. John’s Episcopal
05.2017 - 02.2020

Legal Administrative Assistant

Jacob Katsman Law Firm
03.2014 - 12.2019

Legal Studies -

Berkeley College

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