Paralegal
Profile Statement
Recent Legal Studies BS graduate with a record of success executing time management
skills in high pressure environments with a reputable record of ethical standards.
Seeking a Legal Secretary/Paralegal position utilizing my legal research, writing,
problem solving, multi-tasking, organizational, and sales skills.
Education
University of Central Florida
Bachelor of Science, Legal Studies Orlando, Florida
August, 2016 – December, 2020
• 3.3 GPA
• Graduated: December, 2020
Work Experience
Brevard County Public Defender’s Office
Paralegal Viera, Florida
August, 2020 – December, 2020
• Strategically advised attorney of the contents of Discovery files to win a Motion to Dismiss on a Felony Murder Stand Your Ground case.
• Provided stellar assistance to attorneys with interpreting and organizing Discovery files on Misdemeanor and Felony cases.
• Transcribed and documented all relevant facts from Defendant and witness interviews into Excel spreadsheets.
• Efficiently drafted Motions to Suppress and Motions to Dismiss for Misdemeanor cases.
Cocoa Beach Marketing Cocoa Beach, Florida
Independent Sales Contractor March, 2013 - May, 2015
• Successfully guided visitors to embark on a Timeshare tour of the Ron Jon Resort.
• Achieved the ability to work independently as well as in a team environment.
Law Office of Vance, Lotane & Bookhardt, PA Cocoa, Florida
Recovery Specialist May, 2011 – May, 2012
• Respectfully contacted Defendants of Subrogation to collect outstanding debts.
• Strictly adhered to FDCPA (Fair Debt Collection Practices Act) guidelines regarding debt collections with zero violations.
Law Office of Deratany, Goldfarb, Riehl & Reid, PA Indialantic, Florida
File Clerk/Office Assistant January, 2009 - November, 2009
• Acquired comprehensive knowledge of the Criminal Justice System, and legal secretarial principles, practices, methods and techniques.
• Demonstrated acute competency in confidentiality, ethics, and law office practices.
• Maintained contact with current and new clients regarding court dates, monies owed, and messages from Attorneys regarding client’s legal questions.
Additional Qualifications
• Proficient in Microsoft Word, Outlook, and Power Point
• Experienced in STAC, Microsoft Excel, and Access
• Ability to consistently type a minimum of 60 words per minute
• Adept at Internet usage and research
Profile Statement
Recent Legal Studies BS graduate with a record of success executing time management
skills in high pressure environments with a reputable record of ethical standards.
Seeking a Legal Secretary/Paralegal position utilizing my legal research, writing,
problem solving, multi-tasking, organizational, and sales skills.
Education
University of Central Florida
Bachelor of Science, Legal Studies Orlando, Florida
August, 2016 – December, 2020
• 3.3 GPA
• Graduated: December, 2020
Work Experience
Brevard County Public Defender’s Office
Paralegal Viera, Florida
August, 2020 – December, 2020
• Strategically advised attorney of the contents of Discovery files to win a Motion to Dismiss on a Felony Murder Stand Your Ground case.
• Provided stellar assistance to attorneys with interpreting and organizing Discovery files on Misdemeanor and Felony cases.
• Transcribed and documented all relevant facts from Defendant and witness interviews into Excel spreadsheets.
• Efficiently drafted Motions to Suppress and Motions to Dismiss for Misdemeanor cases.
Cocoa Beach Marketing Cocoa Beach, Florida
Independent Sales Contractor March, 2013 - May, 2015
• Successfully guided visitors to embark on a Timeshare tour of the Ron Jon Resort.
• Achieved the ability to work independently as well as in a team environment.
Law Office of Vance, Lotane & Bookhardt, PA Cocoa, Florida
Recovery Specialist May, 2011 – May, 2012
• Respectfully contacted Defendants of Subrogation to collect outstanding debts.
• Strictly adhered to FDCPA (Fair Debt Collection Practices Act) guidelines regarding debt collections with zero violations.
Law Office of Deratany, Goldfarb, Riehl & Reid, PA Indialantic, Florida
File Clerk/Office Assistant January, 2009 - November, 2009
• Acquired comprehensive knowledge of the Criminal Justice System, and legal secretarial principles, practices, methods and techniques.
• Demonstrated acute competency in confidentiality, ethics, and law office practices.
• Maintained contact with current and new clients regarding court dates, monies owed, and messages from Attorneys regarding client’s legal questions.
Additional Qualifications
• Proficient in Microsoft Word, Outlook, and Power Point
• Experienced in STAC, Microsoft Excel, and Access
• Ability to consistently type a minimum of 60 words per minute
• Adept at Internet usage and research