SYLVIA E. CHAPA
Alice,Texas
Summary
Detail-oriented individual with exceptional communication and project management skills. Proven ability to handle multiple tasks effectively and efficiently in fast-paced environments. Little to no supervision needed. Recognized for taking proactive approach to identifying and addressing issues, with focus on optimizing processes and supporting team objectives.
Overview
33
33
years of professional experience
Work History
Jim Wells & Brooks Counties District Attorney’s Office
Alice, Texas
01.2013 - Current
- District Attorney Carlos O. Garcia/Office Manager Vivian Lara Immediate Supervisor: Margarito Perez, Chief Investigator, 200 N. Almond, Alice, Texas 78332, Main Office (361)668-5716; Responsible for all Asset Forfeiture matters for Jim Wells and Brooks Counties. Receive and review asset forfeiture matters, review offense reports, enter case information into Abacus, prepare all legal paperwork: State’s Petition, Citations, Postings, Agreed Judgments, Default Judgments, Non-Suits, Interrogatories. Set Court dates with District Judge’s Office, eFile all paperwork with the Court’s filing system, consult with Respondents/Defendants and Defense Attorneys etc.; contact law enforcement agencies and make arrangements for vehicles and/or property to be released. Proficient in Texas e-Filing System, Abacus, Word, Access, Outlook and Excel programs. Copier, scanner, facsimile, ten-key by touch, answer telephones, incoming and outgoing mail, answer phones, greet individuals at the front desk. Handled felony cases from April 2017 – May 2018. Case load consisted of Burglary of a Habitation, Evading Arrest and Felony Theft cases.
- All information is streamlined through paperless sources. From accepting cases from the law enforcement agency via dropbox and/or email and filing with the Court system through Texas E-File.
Kleberg & Kenedy Counties District Attorney’s Office
Kingsville, Texas
10.2000 - 12.2012
- District Attorney John T. Hubert/Office Manager: Jessica Balderas f/k/a Nueces County District Attorney’s Office Previous Supervisor: D. Randolph Booth, Jr., Chief, Asset Forfeiture Division, Assistant District Attorney for the 105TH Judicial District Handle all Asset Forfeiture cases for Nueces, Kleberg and Kenedy Counties: open and close case files, copies, facsimile, ten-key by touch, answer telephones, incoming and outgoing mail, consult with Respondents/Defendants and Attorneys; prepare all legal paperwork: Plaintiff’s Petition, Citations, Postings, Agreed Judgments, Default Judgments, Non-Suits, Interrogatories, Set Court dates, etc.; contact law enforcement agencies and make arrangements for vehicles and/or property to be released. Word, Access and Excel programs used.
Wings-N-More Restaurant
Corpus Christi, Texas
01.1999 - 05.1999
- Duties included working Drive-Thru and Hostess; till and took orders over the phone.
Homer E. Dean, Jr., (Deceased) Attorney at Law
Alice, Texas
08.1993 - 12.1998
- Previously Dean & Hunt, P.C. (Estate Planning and Probate Attorney) Supervisor: Edna M. Reyna – (361)562-5890 Duties included opening and closing client files; prepared all legal paperwork, answered telephones, mail, copies, set client appointments, payroll, client billing, accounts payable and receivable, paid all personal bills for Homer E. Dean, Jr. using his personal checking account.
Education
Graduate -
Alice High School
Alice, Texas01-1994
Skills
- Friendly, positive attitude
- Multitasking
- Excellent communication
- Critical thinking
- Computer skills
- Organizational skills
- Decision-making
Timeline
Jim Wells & Brooks Counties District Attorney’s Office
01.2013 - Current
Kleberg & Kenedy Counties District Attorney’s Office
10.2000 - 12.2012
Wings-N-More Restaurant
01.1999 - 05.1999
Homer E. Dean, Jr., (Deceased) Attorney at Law
08.1993 - 12.1998
Graduate -
Alice High School