Viktor Nikiforov
Palm Coast ,FL
Summary
Dynamic Professional Tennis Coach and Attorney Assistant at Odessa Lawyers Firm, adept in adaptive teaching methods and multilingual communication. Excelled in expanding program visibility and streamlining legal processes, demonstrating strong leadership and continuous learning. Achieved championship victories and enhanced client satisfaction through effective strategy and meticulous legal support.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Professional Tennis Coach
Self-employeed
01.2012 - 09.2021
- Expanded the program''s visibility within the community through outreach events such as clinics and charity tournaments.
- Improved players'' technical skills in serving, volleying, and groundstrokes with focused drills and exercises.
- Evaluated player progress through regular assessments, providing constructive feedback for improvement opportunities.
- Led team to multiple championship victories through effective communication, motivation, and teamwork strategies.
Attorney Assistant
Odessa Lawyers Firm
09.2015 - 09.2018
- Supported attorneys during trial proceedings by organizing exhibits, taking notes, and monitoring jury reactions.
- Improved client satisfaction by promptly responding to inquiries and providing accurate information regarding legal matters.
- Developed strong relationships with court personnel to facilitate smoother interactions when coordinating hearings or submitting filings.
- Enhanced communication between clients and attorneys by scheduling meetings and conference calls in a timely manner.
- Coordinated the execution of wills and trusts by preparing necessary paperwork for signatures while ensuring adherence to state laws.
- Organized large volumes of electronic data related to cases using e-discovery tools which enabled easy access when needed.
- Supported attorneys during negotiations resulting in favorable outcomes for clients by providing essential documentation and notes.
- Assisted attorneys in case preparation, conducting thorough research and analysis of relevant laws and regulations.
- Collaborated effectively with opposing counsel to schedule depositions, mediations, and other necessary events throughout litigation processes.
- Expedited legal research using various databases for updated information on statutes, case law precedents, regulations, and legislative developments.
- Managed billing processes accurately tracking billable hours spent on each case resulting in a more streamlined financial operation.
- Ensured compliance with court rules and deadlines by diligently monitoring case progress from inception to resolution.
- Facilitated the discovery process by managing document production requests and maintaining up-to-date records of all exchanged materials.
- Contributed to a positive work environment by providing administrative support to colleagues, fostering teamwork and collaboration across the firm.
- Streamlined office procedures for increased efficiency, implementing an organized filing system for important documents.
- Maintained strict confidentiality of sensitive client information, adhering to professional ethics standards at all times.
- Increased client retention through exceptional customer service, establishing rapport with new clients during initial consultations.
- Contributed to successful case outcomes with diligent fact-checking and attention to detail in drafting legal documents.
- Reduced attorney workload by drafting correspondence, pleadings, motions, briefs, and other essential legal documents under supervision.
- Maintained attorney calendars for efficient time management, coordinating appointments, hearings, depositions, and other critical events.
- Handled office scheduling and made notes for deadlines, motions, and other important dates.
- Managed accounts and client records of clients, observing confidentiality, and extreme discretion.
- Responded to client inquiries, providing accurate legal advice and offering assistance.
- Completed data entry of legal documents into electronic filing systems.
- Filed documents with courts on behalf of attorney.
- Created and printed legal documents for attorneys to review.
- Prepared and processed invoices for attorney billing.
- Developed and maintained positive relationships with clients and colleagues.
- Transcribed information from typed or handwritten notes, shorthand or dictation and confirmed accuracy and correct formatting of documents.
- Communicated professionally with clients, colleagues and legal partnership verbally and in writing.
- Arranged for delivery of legal correspondence to clients, witnesses, and court officials.
- Prioritized and handled multiple assignments and maintained firm commitment to deadlines.
- Scheduled and made appointments for Number attorneys.
- Managed check requests, expense reimbursement requests, invoices and accounts payable and receivable information.
- Diligently edited legal correspondence for grammar and spelling.
- Assisted with preparation of trial materials and documents.
- Planned and organized internal and external events, meetings and conferences.
- Produced and filed various legal documents and electronically preserved updated case record system.
- Composed contracts, pleadings and motions in accordance with established guidelines.
- Worked with outside vendors to coordinate purchasing of supplies and maintenance of office complex.
- Conducted research on legal cases and prepared summaries for attorneys.
- Generated documents and presentations using large repertoire of software programs.
- Researched and identified legal precedents and statutes.
- Researched and booked reasonably-priced and comfortable airfare, hotels and ground transportation for senior leadership.
Education
Bachelor Degree - Law (Pre-Law)
National University "Odesa Law Academy
Odessa ,Ukraine 08.2015
Skills
- Strong leadership abilities
- Continuous Learning Attitude
- Adaptive Teaching Methods
- Multilingual Communication
Certification
ITF sertificate
Languages
Russian
Native or Bilingual
Ukrainian
Native or Bilingual
Polish
Elementary
Timeline
Attorney Assistant
Odessa Lawyers Firm
09.2015 - 09.2018
Professional Tennis Coach
Self-employeed
01.2012 - 09.2021
Bachelor Degree - Law (Pre-Law)
National University "Odesa Law Academy
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