SANTIAGO ORTIZ
Venice,FL
Summary
Meticulous legal assistant with extensive experience in case preparation and documentation management. Demonstrated strengths in critical thinking and professionalism, ensuring compliance in all legal processes. Eager to leverage skills, proactive and goal-oriented with excellent time management and problem-solving skills.
Motivated and dependable professional with a strong work ethic and a commitment to continuous learning. Adaptable, responsible, and willing to take on new challenges to develop skills.
Dedicated to demonstrating my abilities through hard work, attention to detail, and a positive attitude.
Overview
1
1
Certification
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Warehouse Packer
Id Logistics
Columbus, OH
01.2026 - 06.2026
- Packaged products efficiently for distribution, ensuring accuracy in order fulfillment.
- Operated packaging machinery to maintain production flow and meet daily targets.
- Collaborated with team members to optimize workflow.
- Conducted quality checks on packaged goods to ensure compliance with company standards.
Judge Assistant
Pichincha Judicial Court
Quito, Ecuador
03.2015 - 10.2025
- Assisted judges in case preparation and legal research.
- Organized case files and maintained documentation to ensure accurate record-keeping and accessibility.
- Coordinated communication between court personnel, attorneys, and the public to facilitate information flow.
- Reviewed legal documents for compliance with procedural standards.
- Managed scheduling of hearings and trials, optimizing court calendars.
- Enhanced communication between the court and external parties by drafting correspondence and scheduling hearings.
- Assisted judges in reaching informed decisions by analyzing case materials, presenting findings clearly, and offering sound recommendations.
Legal Assistant
Metythaler & Zambrano Abogados
Quito, Ecuador
02.2013 - 02.2015
- Managed case files and documentation for efficient client information retrieval.
- Drafted legal correspondence and documents.
- Assisted attorneys in trial preparation.
- Maintained strict confidentiality, protecting sensitive client information as required by legal ethics and regulations.
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge of legal developments and changes in law.
- Conducted legal research to support case strategies and informed decision-making.
Restaurant Bar Owner
Self-employeed
Quito Ecuador
03.2012 - 10.2012
- Developed comprehensive beverage menu.
- Managed financial aspects of the business, including budgeting, profit/loss analysis, and cash flow management.
- Set employee schedules, delegated work, and monitored food quality and service performance.
- Managed payroll, daily deposits, and cost controls.
- Managed daily operations, ensuring efficient workflow and high-quality service standards.
- Trained and mentored staff in mixology techniques and customer service excellence.
- Oversaw inventory management, optimizing stock levels to minimize waste and ensure availability.
Housekeeping Room Attendant
Ramada Hotel
Alexandria, LA
07.2009 - 09.2009
- Cleaned and maintained guest rooms.
- Inspected rooms for maintenance issues and reported them.
- Organized and replenished housekeeping supplies to optimize workflow.
- Managed inventory of linens and toiletries, ensuring adequate stock levels at all times.
- Replaced used towels and other bathroom amenities such as shampoo, paper towels, and soap.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Law
Universidad Internacional Del Ecuador
Quito, Ecuador07-2025
Bachelor of Science - Hotel Management
Universidad Tecnolologica Equinoccial Del Ecuador
Quito, Ecuador07-2011
Skills
- Punctual and reliable
- Attention to detail
- Order documentation
- Critical thinking
- Professionalism and ethics
- Client confidentiality
- Fast learner
- Courtroom etiquette
- Case management
- Forklift operation
Certification
OSHA Forklift Operator Certification
Completed OSHA-compliant forklift safety training 2026
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
English
Full Professional
Timeline
Warehouse Packer
Id Logistics
01.2026 - 06.2026
Judge Assistant
Pichincha Judicial Court
03.2015 - 10.2025
Legal Assistant
Metythaler & Zambrano Abogados
02.2013 - 02.2015
Restaurant Bar Owner
Self-employeed
03.2012 - 10.2012
Housekeeping Room Attendant
Ramada Hotel
07.2009 - 09.2009
Bachelor of Science - Law
Universidad Internacional Del Ecuador
Bachelor of Science - Hotel Management
Universidad Tecnolologica Equinoccial Del Ecuador