Stephanie Esparza
El Paso,USA
Summary
Personable and organized with strong ability to manage legal documentation and assist in research and case preparation. Holds solid understanding of legal terminology and procedures, combined with proficiency in document management software and Microsoft Office. Committed to providing comprehensive support to legal teams, ensuring efficiency and accuracy in all tasks.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Legal Assistant
Herrara Law
- Served as a liaison responsible for managing both pre-litigated and litigated personal injury cases.
- Oversaw pre-trial tasks, trial preparations, and adherence to deadlines.
- Managed assignments and deadlines for trial tasks and projects assigned to participating firms, ensuring compliance with court-ordered deadlines and hearing dates.
- Ordered, reviewed, and summarized medical records.
- Collaborated closely with insurance adjusters to negotiate settlements.
- Drafted legal documents, including Summons and Complaints, Motions, Discovery Requests, and Interrogatories.
- Highlights: Document control Case Management Daily docket reports Calendar and scheduling Personal Injury familiarity Texas E- filing Court system
Legal Secretary
El Paso Public Defenders (JPD)
03.2019 - 09.2022
- Supports attorneys by gathering employment, medical, and other records, and provides administrative assistance to the department.
- Screens visitors and calls, responds to inquiries, and conducts preliminary interviews with prospective clients.
- Types and proofreads reports and correspondence for management review.
- Prepares legal documents, secures signatures, and manages the filing of records.
- Assists the public with inquiries and handles complex issues.
- Participates in meetings and training sessions to foster a positive work culture and develop professional skills.
- Duties Summary
Child Support Officer
Office of The Attorney General
09.2022 - 05.2022
- The role involves investigating absent parents, establishing paternity, enforcing court-ordered child support, and addressing customer inquiries.
- Key responsibilities include:
- - Locating parties, verifying employment, and assessing assets.
- - Preparing legal documents to establish or enforce child support.
- - Negotiating lump-sum payments from noncustodial parents for overdue support.
- - Facilitating out-of-court settlements.
- - Monitoring cases and referring delinquent accounts for enforcement.
- - Documenting actions in the Texas Child Support Enforcement System (TXCSES).
- - Staying informed on child support policies, Texas Family Law, and federal regulations.
- - Explaining program policies to customers and responding to inquiries and complaints.
- - Serving as a Notary Public.
- Duties Summary
Education
Bachelor of Science - Criminal Justice Administration
University of Phoenix
Tempe, AZ12.2018
Paralegal Studies
El Paso Community College
04-2026
High School Diploma -
Socorro High School
El Paso05-2010
Skills
- Experience with legal contracts
- Strong verbal communication
- Regulatory research
- Meticulous approach to completing tasks
- Proficient in MS Office
- Collaborative drafting
- Bilingual proficiency in English and Spanish
- Rapid skill acquisition
- Experienced with Microsoft Office applications
- Efficient data organization
- Time management skills
- Effective calendar organization
- Preparation of legal documents
Certification
- Texas Public Notary
- Date Issued September 2017
- Expiration Date September 2021
- Issued By Texas Notary Association
- Mental Health First Aid USA
- Date Issued April 2019
- Expiration Date No Expiration
- Issued By National Council for Community Behavioral Healthcare
Timeline
Child Support Officer
Office of The Attorney General
09.2022 - 05.2022
Legal Secretary
El Paso Public Defenders (JPD)
03.2019 - 09.2022
Legal Assistant
Herrara Law
Bachelor of Science - Criminal Justice Administration
University of Phoenix
Paralegal Studies
El Paso Community College
High School Diploma -
Socorro High School