Angela Ortiz

Rochester, NY

adkdzi@r.postjobfree.com

210-***-****

Dedicated and focused individual who excels at prioritizing, completing multiple tasks simultaneously and following through to achieve project goals. Seeking a role of increased responsibility and authority.

WORK EXPERIENCE

Legal Secretary

Ward Greenberg Heller & Reidy - Rochester, NY

July 2019 to February 2020

• Trial preparation.

• Deposition and trial testimony summarization.

• Document preparation and review.

• Analyze and manage discovery requests and pertinent court deadlines.

• Communicate with clients, experts, insurance carriers, opposing counsel and outside agencies.

• Perform research and assist with investigations. Paralegal

Osborn Reed & Burke, LLP - Rochester, NY

February 2018 to May 2019

• Document preparation and review.

• Research articles, history and case law, cite checking cases from briefs.

• Research expert witnesses, including their background and history.

• All aspects of trial preparation.

• Assist with training of new employees.

Legal Assistant

Cellino & Barnes, P.C - Rochester, NY

October 2016 to January 2018

• Review and analyze insurance information relating to personal injury files.

• Fact investigation to determine causation, damages, and extent of injuries.

• Independently developed litigation plan to track and control legal expenses.

• Document preparation and legal research.

• Negotiate with insurance adjusters and outside counsel regarding settlement.

• Maintain litigation docket and calendar.

Legal Secretary

Goldman & Associates PLLC - San Antonio, TX

June 2012 to April 2016

• Provide legal and administrative support to managing partner/owner.

• Managed all aspects of litigation support and file management, from file opening to close.

• Prepare monthly reports and budget analysis for insurance adjusters.

• Serve as liaison to clients, expert witnesses, insurance adjusters, opposing counsel, court reporters, and government agencies.

• Trial preparation.

• Document preparation.

• Assist in human resource department with maintaining employee records, tracking of license requirements, employee benefits, etc. Legal Assistant

Underberg & Kessler LLP - Rochester, NY

March 2007 to June 2011

• Maintain corporate files such as minute books and LLC documentation.

• Manage discovery requests and responses in commercial litigation cases.

• Process incoming audit letters and the preparation of responses to clientele.

• Maintain calendars, meetings, travel arrangements as well as time input.

• Document production, including business and marketing expense reports.

• Assist clients in filing documentation to establish LLCs, LLPs and corporations.

• Maintained legal library.

Legal Assistant

Moran & Kufta - Rochester, NY

August 2003 to March 2007

• Manage all aspects of personal injury cases from onset to pre-suit negotiation.

• Prepare PowerPoint presentations for use at mediation.

• Interview prospective clients and assist in the evaluation of cases to determine legal matter.

• Correspond with medical professionals regarding client treatment and progress.

• Conducted research.

EDUCATION

Master of Science in Administration of Justice and Security University of Phoenix

September 2007 to December 2013

SKILLS

Extensive litigation and administrative experience. Advanced skills in all Microsoft programs, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Access, Publisher and Outlook. Knowledgeable in QuickBooks software and Paylocity payroll software. Experience in document management systems such as iManage DeskSite and Concordance, as well as records management systems such as LegalKey, ProLaw, and Firm Central. Proficient in performing legal research using programs such as Westlaw and Lexis Nexis. Experience in training and development. Excellent communication and organizational skills. Ability to work well under pressure.

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