NORMA CRUZ

407-***-**** • ad4vb3@r.postjobfree.com

EDUCATION

JURIS DOCTOR • 2023

Barry University, Dwayne Andreas

School of Law - Orlando, FL

BACHELOR OF ARTS –

ECONOMICS & BUSINESS

ADMINISTRATION • 2015

Rollins College - Winter Park, FL

KEY SKILLS

Legal research & writing

Knowledge of proper formats and

citations

Proficient in LexisNexis & Westlaw

Familiarity with court rules &

procedures

Experience with Microsoft Office,

Adobe, and E-filing

Strong ability to multi-task &

anticipate deadlines to ensure

completion of time sensitive tasks

Organized

Office Management

Fluent in English & Spanish

VOLUNTEER

EXPERIENCE

VITA – IRS Volunteer Income Tax

Assistance Program – Orlando, FL

• Basic tax return preparation

services for the local community

IDignity – Orlando, FL

• assisted local residents in obtaining

ID cards, birth certificates & social

security cards

EXPERIENCE

NOTARY SIGNING AGENT • NIRIS NOTARY SERVICES • 2023

- PRESENT

Commissioned Florida Notary Public providing mobile real estate closing services for lenders and title companies. Coordinate closing appointments with buyers & sellers, provide witness and notarizations for complex mortgage and loan documents, ensure documents are properly signed and executed, ensure documents are promptly returned for processing.

LEGAL SUPPORT • STATEFARM LAW DEPT • 2023

Andrew J. Gorman & Associates – Orlando, FL

Organized medical records, identified dates of service and treatment provider sources, communicated with internal and external parties, assisted with drafting discovery responses, expert witness & subpoena lists, e-filed motions & discovery documents. LEGAL ASSISTANT • MANLEY, DEAS & KOCHALSKI • 2021 - 2022

Orlando, FL

As an eviction coordinator for the foreclosure department, primary responsibilities included obtaining necessary court documents required to initiate court proceedings for evictions. Prepared motions for filing with the courts. Extensively communicated on a daily basis with clients, borrowers, occupants, and attorneys. Coordinated evictions and lockouts with local law enforcement departments in multiple states. Utilized client case management systems and communication portals to ensure legal cases were progressing in a timely manner.

OFFICE MANAGER • THE SPECTACLE SHOPPE • 2012 – 2019 Orlando, FL

Managed private optometry practice & optical boutique located on restaurant row in the Doctor Phillips area. Conducted interviews, hired, and trained employees. Conducted employee performance reviews. Created and implemented marketing strategies designed to increase patient base and increase revenue. Analyzed and streamlined practice management techniques to ensure efficiency while maintaining exceptional customer service.

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