Thomas Sciarrino III
Tampa,FL
Summary
Resourceful Collections Paralegal recognized for high productivity and efficient task completion. Excel in client negotiation, legal document preparation, and case management, ensuring smooth operational flow and compliance. Possess strong skills in communication, problem-solving, and time management which pave way for success in resolving complex cases and maintaining professional relationships.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
Work History
Collections Paralegal
Wetherington Hamilton PA
Tampa, FL
02.2013 - 08.2026
- Managed case files and maintained accurate documentation for collections processes.
- Assisted attorneys in preparing legal documents and correspondence for court filings.
- Conducted legal research supporting collections cases, ensuring compliance with regulations.
- Communicated with defendants regarding payment plans and collection strategies effectively.
- Collaborated with team members to streamline workflows and improve operational efficiency.
- Reviewed contracts and agreements to identify potential collection opportunities.
- Negotiated settlements with debtors, achieving favorable outcomes for clients.
- Conducted lien searches to identify potential creditors and and or liens on property.
- Prepared spreadsheets documenting financial information related to collections cases.
- Prepared post-judgment collection documents such as wage garnishments, bank levies, writs of execution.
- Corresponded with debtors via telephone or mail regarding payment plans or settlement agreements.
- Performed bankruptcy research to determine the status of a debtor's assets or liabilities.
Frontline Team Leader
Target
Riverview, FL
08.2009 - 12.2012
- Supervised daily operations, ensuring team efficiency and customer satisfaction.
- Trained new team members on store policies and operational procedures.
- Coordinated inventory management processes to maintain stock levels and organization.
Warehouse Order Selector
Sweetbay Warehouse
Plant City, Florida
01.2007 - 08.2009
- Operated forklifts to efficiently move products within the warehouse.
- Selected and packed customer orders accurately for timely shipping.
- Utilized inventory management systems to track stock levels and locations.
Customer Service Representative
Rooms To Go
Seffner, Florida
07.2004 - 08.2006
- Resolved customer complaints through effective communication and problem-solving.
- Assisted customers with product inquiries and order placements.
- Maintained accurate records of customer interactions and transactions.
Education
Armwood High School
Seffner, FLSkills
- Legal research
- Document preparation
- Litigation support
- Debt negotiation
- Debt recovery
- Judgment enforcement
- Garnishment procedures
- Compliance assessment
- Case management
- Payment processing
- Skip tracing techniques
- Workflow optimization
- Attention to detail
- Negotiation
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Collections Paralegal
Wetherington Hamilton PA
02.2013 - 08.2026
Frontline Team Leader
Target
08.2009 - 12.2012
Warehouse Order Selector
Sweetbay Warehouse
01.2007 - 08.2009
Customer Service Representative
Rooms To Go
07.2004 - 08.2006
Armwood High School