Tatiana Mcbride
Orlando,FL
Summary
Driven Legal Assistant with 2 years of experience in five different types of law: Personal Injury, Workers' Compensation, VA Disability, Social Security, and Long-Term Disability. I am committed to working hard and putting my best foot forward in everything I do. I love achieving the best outcome for clients.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Legal Assistant
Avard Law Offices
2022.04 - 2024.06
- Organized documents to manage paper and electronic filing systems of clients.
- Prepared and drafted correspondence and legal forms to maintain smooth communications.
- Managed accounts and client records of clients, observing confidentiality, and extreme discretion.
- Handled office scheduling and made notes for deadlines, motions, and other important dates.
- Worked alongside attorneys, administrative assistants, and fellow legal assistants on complex cases and legal processes.
- Scheduled appointments, court appearances, and depositions for busy law firm.
- Responded to client inquiries to provide accurate legal advice and offer assistance.
- Completed electronic filings, initiated billing statements, and managed firm administrative matters.
- Generated leads to meet and exceed revenue goals by identifying new clients.
- Researched and analyzed legal issues and cases to provide accurate advice to clients.
- Collaborated with attorneys to develop strategies for each case.
- Interviewed clients to obtain information relevant to cases.
- Contacted clients to schedule appointments and discuss progress of cases.
- Conducted legal research, compiled and organized evidence.
- Created spreadsheets to track client progress.
- Increased client satisfaction by efficiently managing case files and promptly addressing inquiries.
- Facilitated timely resolution of legal matters by preparing and organizing essential documents.
- Supported attorneys in achieving favorable outcomes through thorough research and analysis of complex legal issues.
- Enhanced office productivity by implementing efficient document management systems for easy retrieval and storage.
- Improved communication between attorneys and clients by scheduling meetings, providing status updates, and relaying critical information promptly.
- Developed polished motions to support litigation processes and court proceedings.
- Communicated pertinent information to clients via phone, email, and mail.
- Provided valuable training and support to junior staff members as needed, fostering a collaborative work culture that promoted professional growth for all team members.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Political Science And Pre Law
University of Central Florida
Orlando, FLHigh School Diploma -
Ida S Baker Highschool
Cape Coral, FL05.2024
Skills
- Fast Learner
- Customer Relationship Management
- Organizational Efficiency
- Correspondence
- Writing and Editing
- Document Preparation
- Client Relations
- Exceptional Telephone Etiquette
- Case Management
- Scheduling/Planning
- Task Prioritization
- Client Service and Support
- Data Management
- Client Communication
- Document drafting
- File Organization
- Critical Thinking
- Time Management
- Attention to Detail
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Conflict Resolution
- Fluent in Spanish
Certification
Certified in Microsoft Word, Excel, and Power Point.
Languages
Spanish - Native or Bilingual
Accomplishments
- Promoted to Legal Assistant after 6 months of administrative assistant work.
Awards
AP Capstone Diploma, AP Scholar Award, National Hispanic Recognition Program Award from College Board
Club History
College:
I am currently involved with the Phi Eta Sigma National Honor Society, Theta Alpha Delta, Wags for Walks, Cru, and Model UN.
Highschool:
President of National Technical Honor society during sophomore year. Vice President of Mock Trial during sophomore year. I was in History Club during sophomore and junior year. I was in National Honor Society since junior year. I was apart of The Student Advisory Committee Junior and Senior year. I was my school's representative.
Timeline
Legal Assistant
Avard Law Offices
2022.04 - 2024.06
Bachelor of Science - Political Science And Pre Law
University of Central Florida
High School Diploma -
Ida S Baker Highschool