Victoria Gonzalez
Miami,FL
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
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Legal Assistant
Cole, Scott & Kissane
Miami, FL
02.2022 - 03.2023
- Maintained schedule of class assignments to meet deadlines.
- Filed pleadings and appeals with court clerks to expedite trial proceedings.
- Prepared correspondence to clients, courts, insurance companies, and other parties involved in the case.
- Collected case materials such as evidence, exhibits, motions and subpoenas.
- Assisted attorneys in preparing for trial by organizing exhibits and witness files.
- Organized and executed court calendar with daily cases and supervisor meetings.
- Detailed rules for trial procedure and requirements for class action suits.
- Prepared reports, correspondence and other documents related to cases.
- Organized case files, including maintaining filing systems, photocopying documents and scanning records into databases.
- Organized system up-to-date on ATO and iManage.
- Filed Court documents onto eFiling and CourtMap.
Legal Assistant/Supervisor
The Cavada Law Firm, P.A.
Doral, FL
07.2020 - 10.2021
- Provided administrative support to attorneys by managing calendars; scheduling appointments; organizing files; preparing correspondence; filing court documents; and obtaining necessary signatures.
- Mailed and arranged for delivery of legal correspondence to clients, witnesses and court officials.
- Handled telephone calls, meeting plans and conference organization requirements.
- Organized attorney calendar for hearings, pretrial, etc
- Filed Pleadings for small claims on eFiling and CourtMap.
- Maintained professional relationships with court personnel including clerks, judges and opposing counsels.
- Coordinated attorney schedules, including hearings, depositions, and client meetings.
Family Law Paralegal
Alex Hanna, P.A
Miami, FL
06.2019 - 03.2020
- Organized exhibits and arguments to present evidence on behalf of clients.
- Assisted attorneys in preparing divorce settlements, child custody agreements, and other family law matters.
- Met with clients and attorneys to discuss case details and evidence.
- Interpreted complex statutes and regulations relating to family law matters.
- Drafted motions, briefs and other legal documents.
- Drafted correspondence, documented data and submitted materials to appropriate parties.
- Organized and prepared case exhibits and evidence for trial.
- Organized client calendars, prepared mailings and handled high call volumes.
- Interviewed clients and obtained vital case information to support associates.
- Proofread all legal documents prior to filing them with the court.
- Filed pleadings and appeals with court clerks to expedite trial proceedings.
- Organized evidence for presentation at hearings or trials.
- Filed pleadings and paperwork with court clerk to meet strict deadlines.
- Drafted pleadings, motions, declarations, and other legal documents for family law cases.
- Maintained contact with clients throughout the duration of their case.
- Maintained docket for hearings, conferences, and meetings.
- Filed pleadings electronically through e-filing systems.
- Displayed strong telephone etiquette, effectively handling difficult calls.
- Worked successfully with diverse group of coworkers to accomplish goals and address issues related to our products and services.
Legal Assistant
The Law Offices of Gonzalez & Associates
Doral, FL
01.2017 - 01.2019
- Drafted motions, briefs and other legal documents.
- Filed pleadings and appeals with court clerks to expedite trial proceedings.
- Knowledgeable dealing with pleadings, affidavits, motions and exhibit preparation.
- Organized evidence for presentation at hearings or trials.
- Attended mediations conferences with attorney.
- Maintained docket for hearings, conferences, and meetings.
- Prepared legal documents such as pleadings, motions and discovery requests for court proceedings.
- Follow Judge procedures in regards to filing any court documents using eFiling system or CourtMap.
- Collaborated with co-counsel and pro bono counsel to negotiate on any hearings.
- Met with clients and attorneys to discuss case details and evidence.
- Organized client files, drafted pleadings, motions, and discovery requests.
- Participated in client meetings with attorneys to discuss progress of cases.
Education
High School Diploma -
G. Holmes Braddock Senior High School
Miami, FL05.2015
Skills
- Litigation Support
- Daily Docket Reports
- Data Management
- Court Reporting
- Legal Document Preparation
- Administrative Support
- Client Service and Support
- Client Billing
- Organizational Efficiency
- Relationship Building
- Interviewing Clients
- Document Preparation
- Case Management
- Document Scanning
- File Organization
- Court Procedures
- Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, Data Entry, Power Point, and Outlook
- Goal-Oriented individual with strong leadership, motivational capabilities
- Email Correspondence
- File and Record Keeping
- Fast Learner
- Schedule and Calendar Management
- Time Management
Languages
English
Native/ Bilingual
Spanish
Native/ Bilingual
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Legal Assistant
Cole, Scott & Kissane
02.2022 - 03.2023
Legal Assistant/Supervisor
The Cavada Law Firm, P.A.
07.2020 - 10.2021
Family Law Paralegal
Alex Hanna, P.A
06.2019 - 03.2020
Legal Assistant
The Law Offices of Gonzalez & Associates
01.2017 - 01.2019
High School Diploma -
G. Holmes Braddock Senior High School
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