PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY

SKILLS

WORK HISTORY

Arla Kapuscinski-Ouellette

Sanford, FL 32771

407-***-**** adunnm@r.postjobfree.com

Motivated Entry Level Paralegal with solid understanding of litigation documentation, client relationship building and court procedures. Current degree in Associate in Science Degree. Eager to support legal team with research, documentation and investigative skills.

• Proficient in MS Office

• Document filing

• Excellent Investigative and Reporting Skills

• Civil Law

• Document preparation

• Administrative support

Specialty in Civil and Domestic Relations

law

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• Legal Research

• Document organization

• Court filings

• Legal documentation

• Civil law

• Electronic filing system organization

• Policy and procedure adherence

• Client Relationships

• Appointment Scheduling

• Telephone etiquette

ENTRY LEVEL PARALEGAL 11/2019 to Current

Priest Paralegal Services,LLC - Sanford, FL

• Accurately handled data entry for 25 clients into company-based software. Managed day-to-day legal activities such as subpoena services for Priest Paralegal Services, LLC.

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Developed polished legal documents, including motions and briefs, to support litigation processes and court proceedings.

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• Supervised appointment scheduling for Priest Paralegal Services, LLC. Adhered to privacy laws to avert possible information breaches and protect client data.

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• Prepared legal briefs, motions and pleadings.

• Drafted, signed and certified key legal documents for judicial review.

• Communicated pertinent information to clients via phone, email and mail.

• Conducted detailed client intakes and entered information into company database. EDUCATION

• Investigated facts and laws to determine causes of action and to prepare cases. Evaluated multiple facets of substantive law, including domestic relations and civil litigation.

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Analyzed elements of civil litigation, including evidence gathering and presentation and client counseling

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• Researched state statutes, decisions, legal articles, codes and documents.

• Assigned file numbers and recorded case numbers to prepare master client list. Conferred with clients and other involved parties to gather and track case information.

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• Organized legal filing system to maximize efficiency.

• Reviewed legal information and proofed documentation for errors. BARTENDER 06/2010 to 10/2019

On The Rocks - Sanford, FL

Consulted with managers to organize special events and promotions such as trivia nights to bring in new customers.

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• Kept alcoholic beverages well-stocked and organized to meet expected demands.

• Maintained secure cash drawers, promptly resolving discrepancies for accuracy. Polished glassware, bussed tables and removed debris to keep customer areas fresh and clean.

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Kept accurate inventories and notified management of ordering needs for liquor, beer, wine and bar supplies.

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• Upsold daily specials and beverage promotions to exceed daily sales goals. Applied excellent organizational and multitasking abilities to handle simultaneous customer, team and business needs while avoiding unnecessary delays or errors.

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Managed accurate register and produced daily sales reports backing up inventory usage numbers.

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Managed bar inventory, restocked supplies and placed orders for spirits, beer, wines and mixers.

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Organized bar inventory and storage procedures to keep stock within optimal levels and meet expected customer demands.

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• Closed out cash register with 100% accuracy and prepared cashier report. Poured and prepared mixed drinks for customers daily and created new libations drawing in clientele

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Daytona State College - Daytona Beach, FL Associate of Science Paralegal Studies, 05/2020

• Graduated with 2.8 GPA

• Member of Student Paralegal Association

Seminole State College of Florida - Sanford, FL GED 05/2001

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