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LEGAL ASSISTANT
Summary
Skills
  • MS Office proficient
  • Office management
  • Order and request filing
  • Criminal law familiarity
  • Daily docket reports
  • Legal research and writing
  • Case management
  • Database management
  • Risk management
  • Conflict mediation
  • Strong leadership
  • Time management
  • Time prioritization
  • Customer experience
  • Tutoring experience
  • Managerial experience
  • Leadership experience
  • Filing experience
  • Marketing and experience
Experience
Legal Assistant06/2019 to CurrentAscensusPhoenix , AZ
  • Researched cases and attained affidavits to support supervisors and case needs.
  • Efficiently managed office scheduling and kept accurate notes on deadlines, motions and other dates.
  • Gathered and organized pre-trial discovery, records and evidence, including witness interviews.
  • Handled clerical needs of an independent and busy attorney wherein I am the only employee/staff member.
  • Organized exhibits for trial, preparing materials and supporting documentation for easy display and admittance.
  • ***Met with clients to research cases, collect data, prepare settlement packages and interpret information for daily report generation.
  • Remained highly organized and detail-oriented while working on several cases simultaneously.
  • Participated in client interviews, observed questioning process and took notes to document information.
  • Collected data to prepare and draft settlement packages for clients.
  • Drafted new legislation using MS Word.
  • Assisted attorneys during court proceedings.
  • Gathered and organized documentation for legal briefs, responses to opposing counsel, motions and trial evidence.
  • Submitted electronic filings and organized court materials, schedules and actions.
  • Drafted various court documents, invoices and enclosures at attorneys' request.
  • Knowledgeable with pleadings, affidavits, motions and exhibit preparation.
  • ***Drafted wide breadth of legal documents, including interrogatories, admissions requests and examination materials.
  • ***Filed pleadings and required paperwork with court clerk (and e-file) according to strict deadlines.
  • ***Met with clients and other legal professionals to discuss case details.
  • ***Received promotion from simple Law Clerk to Legal Assistant position based on dedicated work ethic and legal acumen.
  • ***Aided senior leadership during executive decision-making process. (jury selection)
  • Prepared thorough, accurate and well-edited documents for cases, client communication and internal needs.
  • Maintained knowledge on case status, reviewing relevant records and reporting these updates back to my attorney.
  • Engaged customers and provided high level of service by carefully explaining details about documents.
Marketing and Research Assistant 04/2018 to 06/2019Bgc PartnersHouston , TX
  • ***Handled all delegated tasks, including [Task] and [Task].
  • ***Completed [Type] project resulting in [Result].
  • ***Learned [Task] and [Task] to support office needs.
  • ***Utilized [Type of Software] to compile data gathered from various sources.
  • Worked closely with team members to deliver project requirements, develop solutions and meet deadlines.
  • ***Collaborated in development of [Type] procedures.
  • Earned reputation for good attendance and hard work.
  • Assisted in developing marketing material for properties.
  • Actively follow-up with prospects and hot leads.
  • ***Promoted property sales through advertisements, open houses and participation in multiple listing services.
  • ***Maintained database of prospective customers.
  • Wrote contract documents, purchase agreements and closing statements.
  • ***Advertised properties to general public via networking, brochures, ads and multiple listing services to maximize exposure.
  • ***Generated lists of for-sale properties.
  • ***Gathered, distributed and maintained all materials for marketing plans.
  • ***Reviewed sales strategies and marketing plans to optimize strategies and enhance [Type] results.
Manager/Bartender/Server Captain02/2015 to 08/2018Npc InternationalIdaho Falls , ID
  • Conducted inventory counts by assessing current state of inventory integrity against target accuracy levels and tracking variances.
  • Collaborated with staff to maximize customer satisfaction, streamline procedures and improve bottom-line profitability.
  • Increased safety awareness among employees, resulting in zero injuries.
  • Evaluated operational trends and made proactive strategy adjustments to maintain alignment between performance and objectives.
  • Implemented merchandising plans to drive profitability, collaborating with visual merchandising team to develop strategies.
  • Opened and closed store by processing daily paperwork, balancing register drawers, producing staffing schedules and preparing deposits.
  • Greeted and encouraged feedback from customers, using feedback to implement positive changes within store.
  • Trained current employees on additional job positions to maintain coverage of roles at all times.
  • Educated guests on daily specials and menu offerings such as appetizers, entrees and desserts.
  • Operated POS terminals to input orders, split bills and calculate totals.
  • Satisfied customers by keeping drinks topped off and anticipating needs such as condiments and extra napkins.
  • Assisted individuals in selecting meal options, including entrees and desserts and recommended alternative items for those with food allergies and gluten intolerances.
  • Opened and closed store by processing daily paperwork, balancing register drawers, producing staffing schedules and preparing deposits.
  • Partnered with team members to efficiently serve food and beverages.
  • Restocked nonperishables and other items, including condiments and napkins from inventory to keep pantry well-supplied.
  • Checked patrons' identification to monitor minimum age requirements for consumption of alcoholic beverages.
  • Completed opening and closing checklists by emptying trash, safeguarding alcohol and polishing silverware.
  • Requested photo identification from patrons ordering alcoholic beverages to verify legal age of consumption.
  • Prepared both alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages as specified by patrons, consistently delivering to tables or bar without spillage.
  • Communicated with event coordinators to verify appropriate and adequate accommodations for larger parties.
  • Communicated effectively with patrons to establish preferences and dietary restrictions and make food and beverage recommendations.
  • Presented patrons with menus and specials promptly after seating, following up to address questions before taking orders.
  • Processed customers' payments and provided receipts.
  • Updated repeat customers on menu changes and new food and beverage offerings to maintain quality service relationships.
  • Attended to new customers quickly to inquire about drinks and start off dining experience with prompt beverage service.
  • Addressed concerns or complaints quickly to improve service and escalated more advanced issues to management for resolution.
  • Applied safe food handling and optimal cleaning strategies to protect customers from foodborne illness and maintain proper sanitation.
  • Checked on guests to verify satisfaction with meals and suggested additional items to increase restaurant sales.
  • Operated and maintained cleaning equipment and tools, including dishwasher, hand wash stations, pot-scrubbing station and trash compactor.
  • Maintained polite and professional demeanor to patrons to encourage inquiries and order placements.
  • Maintained knowledge of menu items, garnishes, ingredients and preparation methods to assist guests with menu selection.
  • Carefully transferred orders from kitchen and bar areas to tables and cleared plates as patrons finished food and beverage items.
  • Answered phone inquiries to schedule and confirm reservations, record takeout orders and respond to service questions.
  • Explained menu options to guests, offered suggestions and took orders for food and beverages.
  • Sent orders to kitchen staff by POS System.
  • Calculated charges, issued table checks and collected payments from customers.
  • Assisted kitchen staff with food counts by determining number of items required for complete service.
Team Member10/2016 to 12/2016Moe's Southwest GrillCity , STATE
  • Upheld high standards of productivity and quality in all areas of operations.
  • Maintained consistent quality and high accuracy when preparing identical dishes every day.
  • Kept stations stocked and ready for use to maximize productivity.
  • Modified standard recipes to account for ingredient issues or customer requests, including allergen concerns.
  • Maintained hygienic kitchen by regularly mopping, disinfecting workspace and washing all utensils and glassware.
  • Washed and peeled ingredients to prepare for use in different meals and recipes.
  • ***Placed frequently used food such as [Type] and [Type] in proper storage containers and placed perishable items in refrigerator.
  • Sanitized food preparation areas, grills and equipment to avoid cross-contamination from raw items.
  • ***Set up and performed initial prep work for food items such as soups, sauces and salads.
  • Precooked certain items during slow periods to reduce wait times at lunch and dinner rush.
  • Restocked all food items throughout shift to guarantee cooks had all necessary ingredients needed for service.
  • ***Precooked garnishes such as bacon pieces for later use to top off fresh dishes.
  • ***Marinated food items according to corporate-provided instructions and recipes.
  • Recorded and reported status of various ingredient stock levels to notify manager to reorder products.
  • Operated all kitchen equipment safely to avoid injuries.
  • Helped customers find specific products, answered questions and offered advice.
Education and Training
Bachelor of Science: Political Science And GovernmentExpected in 12/2020Sam Houston State UniversityCity, State
  • Double Minor in Legal and Communication Studies.
  • Member of College Republicans, Pre-Law Society, Kats For The Kids, Intrafraternal Council, Agriculture Business Club, Marketing Club, and Theta Chi Fraternity.
  • Dean's List Honoree Fall 2018, Spring 2019, and Fall 2020
  • 3.36 Cumulative GPA; 3.95 Major and Minor GPA
Some College (No Degree)Central Texas Community College City
  • Took extensive amounts of course loads of 22 hours from Summer 2017 to Summer 2018
High School Diploma06/2016Belton High SchoolCity, State
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School Attended

  • Sam Houston State University
  • Central Texas Community College
  • Belton High School

Job Titles Held:

  • Legal Assistant
  • Marketing and Research Assistant
  • Manager/Bartender/Server Captain
  • Team Member

Degrees

  • Bachelor of Science : Political Science And Government Expected in 12/2020
    Some College (No Degree)
    High School Diploma 06/2016

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