Vanilka Maiolino
Avondale Estates,GA
Summary
Focused and dedicated Legal Assistant with exceptional work ethic and proven strengths in case management support. Strong multitasker skilled at managing high-volume caseloads while consistently meeting deadlines. Persistent and resourceful problem-solver with excellent research and communication skills.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Bilingual Legal Assistant
Morgan & Morgan, P.A.
Atlanta, GA
08.2020 - Current
- Responded promptly to inquiries from clients regarding their cases.
- Translated legal documents from English to Spanish and vice versa.
- Drafted motions, briefs and other legal documents.
- Filed pleadings and paperwork with court clerk to meet strict deadlines.
- Interpreted verbal conversations between attorneys and non-English speaking clients or witnesses at depositions or trials.
- Handled telephone calls, meeting plans and conference organization requirements.
- Provided administrative support by scheduling appointments, preparing agendas and taking minutes during meetings.
- Contacted witnesses and scheduled interviews and evaluations.
- Organized exhibits for trial use by the attorney team.
- Corresponded daily with clients, insurance adjusters, doctors and attorneys.
- Compiled evidence such as witness statements, medical reports, police reports into a cohesive document package for trial use.
- Conducted client meetings in both languages to discuss case details.
- Created case files for clients, including organizing and maintaining electronic and hard copy records.
- Proofread translated documents to ensure accuracy of language usage.
- Filed pleadings and appeals with court clerks to expedite trial proceedings.
- Drafted correspondence, documented data and submitted materials to appropriate parties.
- Liaised between attorney and outside counsel, exchanging information.
- Participated in client interviews, observed questioning process and documented information.
- Prepared and processed expense reports for reimbursing attorneys.
- Oversaw legal team appointments, hearings and depositions schedules.
- Processed closing documents and transactional documents for legal review.
- Managed office scheduling and kept accurate notes on deadlines, motions, and other dates.
- Knowledgeable dealing with pleadings, affidavits, motions and exhibit preparation.
- Filed clients' legal documents in relevant courts for processing.
- Organized and prepared case exhibits and evidence for trial.
- Created and updated case management and client account databases.
- Responded to client calls and inquiries to deliver applicable information.
- Organized legal documents in company filing systems and databases.
- Met with clients and attorneys to discuss case details and evidence.
- Mailed and arranged for delivery of legal correspondence to clients, witnesses and court officials.
- Maintained knowledge on case status by reviewing relevant records and reporting back to clients.
- Displayed strong telephone etiquette, effectively handling difficult calls.
- Approached customers and engaged in conversation through use of effective interpersonal and people skills.
- Recognized by management for providing exceptional customer service.
- Prioritized and organized tasks to efficiently accomplish service goals.
Bilingual Legal Assistant
The Rice Law Firm, LLC.
Atlanta, GA
02.2013 - 08.2020
- Responded promptly to inquiries from clients regarding their cases.
- Delivered subpoenas and coordinated law office activities.
- Translated legal documents from English to Spanish and vice versa.
- Drafted motions, briefs and other legal documents.
- Filed pleadings and paperwork with court clerk to meet strict deadlines.
- Interpreted verbal conversations between attorneys and non-English speaking clients or witnesses at depositions or trials.
- Handled telephone calls, meeting plans and conference organization requirements.
- Provided administrative support by scheduling appointments, preparing agendas and taking minutes during meetings.
- Contacted witnesses and scheduled interviews and evaluations.
- Organized exhibits for trial use by the attorney team.
- Compiled evidence such as witness statements, medical reports, police reports into a cohesive document package for trial use.
- Conducted client meetings in both languages to discuss case details.
- Created case files for clients, including organizing and maintaining electronic and hard copy records.
- Filed pleadings and appeals with court clerks to expedite trial proceedings.
- Drafted correspondence, documented data and submitted materials to appropriate parties.
- Assisted lawyers with preparing pleadings, motions and other legal documents as needed.
- Participated in client interviews, observed questioning process and documented information.
- Managed office scheduling and kept accurate notes on deadlines, motions, and other dates.
- Knowledgeable dealing with pleadings, affidavits, motions and exhibit preparation.
- Created and updated case management and client account databases.
- Drafted correspondence in both languages according to court standards.
- Organized legal documents in company filing systems and databases.
- Responded to client calls and inquiries to deliver applicable information.
- Attended court hearings with attorneys and provided simultaneous interpretation services.
- Met with clients and attorneys to discuss case details and evidence.
- Called witnesses to give testimonies during court hearings.
- Mailed and arranged for delivery of legal correspondence to clients, witnesses and court officials.
- Redacted confidential information from legal documents on case-by-case basis.
- Prepared summaries of depositions conducted in Spanish for review by the attorneys.
- Organized exhibits and arguments to present evidence on behalf of clients.
- Displayed strong telephone etiquette, effectively handling difficult calls.
- Approached customers and engaged in conversation through use of effective interpersonal and people skills.
- Completed day-to-day duties accurately and efficiently.
- Prioritized and organized tasks to efficiently accomplish service goals.
Legal Assistant
Bomar Rice, LLC.
Atlanta, GA
06.2012 - 01.2013
- Conducted interviews with potential witnesses to obtain statements relevant to pending cases.
- Maintained knowledge on case status by reviewing relevant records and reporting back to clients.
- Mailed and arranged for delivery of legal correspondence to clients, witnesses and court officials.
- Managed office scheduling and kept accurate notes on deadlines, motions, and other dates.
- Scanned physical documents into electronic format for storage in a secure database system.
- Responded to client calls and inquiries to deliver applicable information.
- Corresponded daily with clients, insurance adjusters, doctors and attorneys.
- Maintained client confidentiality in all matters.
- Organized legal documents in company filing systems and databases.
- Organized and executed court calendar with daily cases and supervisor meetings.
- Handled telephone calls, meeting plans and conference organization requirements.
- Processed incoming mail on a daily basis.
- Provided excellent service and attention to customers when face-to-face or through phone conversations.
Receptionist
Gillen, Whiters & Lake, LLC.
Atlanta, GA
02.2010 - 06.2012
- Greeted customers, answered general questions and directed to appropriate locations.
- Supervised setup of conference rooms for meetings and office events in common areas.
- Maintained an organized filing system of confidential client information in accordance with company policy.
- Provided excellent customer service at all times while interacting with both internal and external customers.
- Answered and directed incoming calls using multi-line telephone system.
- Maintained business office inventory and equipment by checking stock for needed supplies.
- Organized conference room reservations for meetings or events.
- Delivered administrative support to team members by making copies, sending faxes, organizing documents and rearranging schedules.
- Answered incoming calls, took messages, and transferred calls to appropriate departments or personnel.
- Oversaw office inventory by restocking supplies and submitting purchase orders.
- Assisted with special projects assigned by management when required.
Education
BBA - Business
Universidad Central Del Este
Dominican RepublicHigh School Diploma -
Colegio San Pedro Apostol
Dominican RepublicSkills
- Litigation Support
- Court Reporting
- Multi-Line Switchboard
- MS Office Proficient
- Order and Request Filing
- Document Control
- Organizational Efficiency
- Task Prioritization
- Client Service and Support
- Legal Document Preparation
- Document Editing
- Administrative Assistance
- Interviewing Clients
- Client Relations
- Case Management
- Administrative Support
Languages
Spanish
Native/ Bilingual
English
Full Professional
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Bilingual Legal Assistant
Morgan & Morgan, P.A.
08.2020 - Current
Bilingual Legal Assistant
The Rice Law Firm, LLC.
02.2013 - 08.2020
Legal Assistant
Bomar Rice, LLC.
06.2012 - 01.2013
Receptionist
Gillen, Whiters & Lake, LLC.
02.2010 - 06.2012
BBA - Business
Universidad Central Del Este
High School Diploma -
Colegio San Pedro Apostol
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