Paralegal

JERRY G. OBANDO

MORENO VALLEY, CA ***** 657-***-**** ************@*****.***

SUMMARY

Hardworking and dedicated paralegal studies graduate anxious to find employment with a law firm that will promote growth within the industry.

EDUCATION

ASSOCIATE OF SCIENCE, PARALEGAL FREMONT COLLEGE – CERRITOS, CA 2016 – PRESENT

Completing ABA Approved Paralegal Studies program. Well prepared to perform the following tasks in a law office or similar setting:

Conduct research on relevant laws, regulations, and legal articles

Draft correspondence and legal documents, such as contracts and mortgages

Gather evidence and legal documents for attorney review and case preparation

Write reports to help lawyers prepare for trials

Obtain affidavits and other formal statements that may be used as evidence in court

Areas of study included:

Introduction to law and ethics

Civil procedure

Legal research and writing

Criminal law and procedure

Torts

Advanced legal research and writing

Family law

Real property law

Employment law

Contracts

ASSOCIATE OF SCIENCE, PARALEGAL WESTWOOD COLLEGE – ANAHEIM, CA 2015 –2016

Related coursework included:

Legal Research and Writing I & II

Contract Law for Paralegal

Law Office Operations

SKILLS

Comprehensive knowledge of laws related to civil procedure, property, family law, torts, business organizations, contracts, employment law, and criminal law and procedures.

Ethics oriented working style; understanding confidentiality, as well as maintaining and processing client records, files, and legal documents in a highly organized, efficient, and precise manner.

Excellent communication, organizational and analytical skills.

Bilingual Fluent in both English and Spanish.

WORK EXPERIENCE

SADDLE RANCH CHOPHOUSE SERVICE MECHANIC JANUARY 2016 – PRESENT

Maintain and repair all aspects of mechanical bull ride including gears, hydraulic lines and control board

Coordinate all vendors performing contracted work on site

Troubleshoot and effect minor repairs to office equipment (i.e. copiers, faxes, headsets, PBX board, and projectors)

Plumbing repairs to include drains, supply lines, ADA faucets, toilets, Sloan valves, hands free fixtures

Electrical repairs and installations of outlets, switches, light fixtures, panels, switch gear, high voltage fuses, replacement of ballast and light pole repairs

Painting, wall repair and installation of walls including framing of wood and steel studding

Floor installation (i.e. ceramic tile, VCT tile, Carpet tiles, sheet vinyl, base board, reducers, thresholds,)

Carpentry; repairs and installation of furniture, cabinets, doorframes, doors. Data cable installation (CAT5 cable, Coax cable)

AFLAC INSURANCE – LOS ALAMITOS, CA INSURANCE CONSULTANT MARCH 2015 – PRESENT

Set and complete appointments, group and individual presentation, explanation of benefits, filing of insurance forms, file and maintain records of insurance forms, sales of life, supplemental, dental, disability and medical coverage policies, maintain and follow up contact list of clients

Create and maintain client files

Personal follow up with clients by phone and personal visits to update on claim process

TILLY’S CLOTHING – IRVINE, CA FIELD SERVICE MECHANIC JANUARY 2014 – JANUARY 2015

Coordinate all vendors performing contracted work on site

Troubleshoot and effect minor repairs to office equipment (i.e. copiers, faxes, headsets, PBX board, and projectors)

Plumbing repairs to include drains, supply lines, ADA faucets, toilets, Sloan valves, hands free fixtures

Electrical repairs and installations of outlets, switches, light fixtures, panels, switch gear, high voltage fuses, replacement of ballast and light pole repairs

Painting, wall repair and installation of walls including framing of wood and steel studding

Floor installation (i.e. ceramic tile, VCT tile, Carpet tiles, sheet vinyl, base board, reducers, thresholds,)

Carpentry; repairs and installation of furniture, cabinets, door frames, doors. Data cable installation (CAT5 cable, Coax cable)

TALBERT MEDICAL GROUP--ANAHEIM, CA MECHANIC II SEPTEMBER 2001 – OCTOBER 2013

Maintained stock of maintenance and janitorial supplies

Managed janitorial night crew

Troubleshoot Bio-medical equipment, (i.e. X-ray tables, exam tables, blood pressure machine, pulse oximeters, scales,), troubleshoot and effect minor repairs to office equipment (i.e. copiers, faxes, headsets, PBX board, projectors)

Plumbing repairs to include drains, supply lines, hospital grade faucets, toilets, Sloan valves, hands free fixtures. Electrical repairs and installations of outlets, switches, light fixtures, panels, switch gear, high voltage fuses, replacement of ballast and light pole repairs

Painting, wall repair and installation of walls including framing of wood and steel studding

Floor installation (i.e. ceramic tile, VCT tile, Carpet tiles, sheet vinyl, base board, reducers, thresholds)

Carpentry; repairs and installation of furniture, cabinets, door frames, doors. Data cable installation (CAT5 cable, Coax cable)

JERRY G. OBANDO

MORENO VALLEY, CA 92551 657-***-**** ************@*****.***

REFERENCES

Deanna Porras Personal Reference (known 17 years) 714-***-****

Gina Garcia Personal Reference/Healthcare Partners Phlebotomist (known 10 years) 714-***-****

Maryjane Cambell Business Associate/Hoag 714-***-****

Wayne Kendrick Former Supervisor 714-***-****

Barry Bryan Business Associate/Owner B.W.E. 949-***-****

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