Victoria Decker
Saint Petersburg,FL
Summary
Professional paralegal with strong background in legal support, equipped to handle variety of tasks in fast-paced environment. Expertise in legal research, document management, and case preparation, ensuring accuracy and compliance. Known for effective team collaboration and adaptability, always focused on achieving results and meeting deadlines. Strong organizational skills and proactive approach to problem-solving make for reliable asset.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
Paralegal
Perenich, Caulfield, Avril & Noyes, PA
05.2017 - Current
- Executed timely court filings to ensure compliance with legal deadlines and procedures.
- Performed in-depth legal research to support case strategies and provide accurate information to clients.
- Managed case files effectively, maintaining organization and facilitating efficient access to case-related documents.
- Communicated regularly with clients to provide updates, address concerns, and ensure clarity throughout the legal process.
- Drafted clear and concise legal documents that adhered to relevant laws and regulations.
- Organized and maintained evidence presentations to streamline court proceedings and uphold case integrity.
Paralegal
Leav & Steinberg, LLP
01.2016 - 02.2017
- Practice Areas: Personal Injury, Premises and Product Liability, Medical Malpractice, Criminal Defense and Civil Rights.
- Participated in initial client interview, prepared client status report and gathered relevant information to the case;
- Handling No-Fault claims for our clients, their lost wages, property damage and being in contact with insurance adjusters discussing possible early settlements.;
- Drafted legal documents, correspondence and pleadings, such as complaints, interrogatories, deposition notices, subpoenas, discovery requests, motions, etc.;
- Conducted factual and legal research, organized and analyzed documents including medical records;;
- Handled administrative tasks such as filling/e-filling legal documents and being responsible for overall case management under the supervision of the attorney;;
- Assisted attorney in preparation for trials and hearings; accompany him/her on trials, depositions and court or administrative hearings;;
Paralegal
Cascione, Purcigliotti & Galluzzi
01.2011 - 12.2015
- Practice Areas: Personal Injury, Premises and Product Liability, Medical Malpractice, Criminal Defense, Civil Rights, Workers' Compensation & Social Security Disability.
- Participated in initial client interview, prepared client status report and gathered relevant information to the case;;
- Drafted legal documents, correspondence and pleadings, such as complaints, interrogatories, deposition notices, subpoenas, discovery requests, motions, etc.;
- Conducted factual and legal research, organized and analyzed documents including medical records;;
- Responsible for overall case management under the supervision of the attorney;;
- Handled administrative tasks such as filling/e-filling legal documents and answering phone calls;;
- Assisted attorney in preparation for trials and hearings; accompany him/her on trials, depositions and court or administrative hearings;;
Front Desk Receptionist & Administrator
Royal A&Z Realty
09.2006 - 12.2009
- Answered phone calls and scheduled appointments for agents;;
- Worked with computer and internet advertising;;
- Managed all the tasks in the office, ordered supplies and drafted any paperwork needed by broker;;
Education
Master of Arts - Legal Studies
Kaplan University
01.2014
Bachelor of Arts - English
CUNY Queens College
01.2011
Skills
- Legal research & writing
- Case management & summaries
- Client communication
- Office administration
- Document drafting
- Notary public
- Calendar management & Administrative support
- Research and data collection
- Attorney support & Trial preparation assistance
- Litigation support & compliance
- Court filing
Languages
Russian
Professional Working
Romanian
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Paralegal
Perenich, Caulfield, Avril & Noyes, PA
05.2017 - Current
Paralegal
Leav & Steinberg, LLP
01.2016 - 02.2017
Paralegal
Cascione, Purcigliotti & Galluzzi
01.2011 - 12.2015
Front Desk Receptionist & Administrator
Royal A&Z Realty
09.2006 - 12.2009
Bachelor of Arts - English
CUNY Queens College
Master of Arts - Legal Studies
Kaplan University