Gustavo Pereira
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New York, New York 10040
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Education And Training
Diploma in Paralegal Studies, ABA approved New York University
May 2012
Bachelor of Arts, Mathematics New York University
January 2002
Skills And Qualifications
. Twelve years' experience assisting in all facets of NYU's Continuing
Education Programs in Finance and Law, and interacting with faculty and
students, who are professionals in the legal and finance industry.
. Well developed and efficient statutory and case law research skills using
Westlaw, LexisNexis and the Internet, cite checking and proper use of
Bluebook citation.
. Ability to research, prepare and draft legal memoranda, case briefs,
correspondence and other legal documents.
. Trained in litigation and case management: drafting court documents and
pleadings including complaints, answers, subpoenas, orders and various
motions in compliance with current NY Civil Practice Law and Rules.
Gained practical exposure to the trial and court procedures adhered to in
NYS.
. In depth knowledge of pertinent laws impacting business operations,
including corporate law and the legal formation of business
organizations, as well as laws dealing with real estate, securities
transactions, secured transactions, commercial paper, intellectual
property, income tax and bankruptcy.
. Familiar with the preparation of various federal and state filings
required for business incorporation and/or for ongoing operations such as
business registrations and certificates, licensing and permit
applications, and federal/state tax forms.
. Understanding of proper formation and fulfillment of contracts, including
remedies available for contractual breaches.
. A solid knowledge of the various elements pertaining to the concepts and
procedure of probate law and trust administration, including management
of estate administration from petition through accounting: analyzing and
execution of a will, preparing documents for estate litigation, preparing
and filing of income, estate and gift tax returns, trust administration.
Professional Experience
New York University, SCPS, Finance and Law Programs
February 2001 - present
. Coordinate and prioritize daily program operations for the Diploma
Program in Paralegal Studies and Continuing Education Programs in
Finance and Law, including corresponding with current and prospective
students and faculty
. Assist the Associate Director in all aspects of compliance with
American Bar Association guidelines and the implementation of
recommendations per the visiting site team's report
. Serve as liaison with University-wide offices providing quality
customer service to students and faculty
. Assist the Associate Director in the planning and commencement of
preparing and maintaining accreditation reports with the American Bar
Association
. Assume primary responsibility for training and supervising student
workers and casual employees
. Assist the Associate Director in semester course planning for
Continuing Education Programs
. Process and track all expenses associated with program administration
including faculty payment
. Tabulate and assist in review of student evaluations to identify
faculty performance issues
. Facilitate student registration and orientation sessions prior to the
start of each semester
. Plan program class schedules and compile orientation materials
. Initiate in the implementation of a paperless office using Adobe
Acrobat for document management
. Maintain and update student, faculty and course information databases
using Excel and Access
. Schedule Faculty and Advisory Committee meetings
Additional Skills And Strengths
Online Research: Westlaw, LexisNexis, Explorer Microsoft Office:
Word, Excel, Access, Outlook, PowerPoint
Adobe Acrobat, WordPerfect Professional demeanor,
personable, supportive and dependable
Fluent in Spanish Entrusted with handling
confidential and sensitive information
Well organized and detailed oriented Ability to multi-task under
pressure when faced with deadlines
Notary Public