MARINA GONSALVES
* ******* **., ******, ** *****
Email: ***********@*****.***
Phone: 925-***-****
Objective
Seeking an opportunity to leverage my diverse skill set and extensive experience in administrative support, property management, and legal services to contribute to a dynamic team.
Key Skills
• Friendly, reliable, and hardworking; quick to learn new skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite: Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Access, Outlook.
• Experienced in Data Entry, AP/AR, and Billing.
• Knowledgeable in Medical and Legal Terminology, Transcription, and Case Management.
• Strong typing skills (65 wpm) and 10-key by touch.
• Experienced in Document Scanning and File Management.
• Authorized to work in the US for any employer.
Professional Experience
Property Manager
Brickdam Enterprises LLC., Concord, CA
2017 - 2024
• Managed rental properties, including advertising, tenant screening, and lease creation.
• Handled maintenance coordination, bill payments, and vendor relationships.
• Maintained digital and physical filing systems and tracked tenant issues.
• Processed evictions and implemented performance improvement plans for employees.
• Provided excellent customer service, managing tenant and employee relations with professionalism.
Legal Secretary, Special Education Law
Miller, Brown & Dannis, San Francisco, CA
January 2004 - June 2006
• Managed case files, prepared legal documents, and ensured compliance with legal procedures.
• Provided daily office support for 3-4 attorneys, including managing calendars and organizing evidence for hearings.
• Served as the liaison between clients, attorneys, and courts.
• Demonstrated fast and accurate typing and document formatting using Microsoft Office and legal software.
Legal Secretary
Crosby, Heafy, Roach & May, San Francisco, CA
1999 - 2002
• Edited, proofread, and finalized legal contracts, pleadings, and memos for filing with courts.
• Managed scheduling for attorney meetings and court deadlines.
• Maintained confidentiality and adhered to strict legal protocols while organizing and filing legal documents.
• Provided administrative support, including preparing travel reports and handling foreign currency conversions.
Caregiver
Family Member Caregiver, 2006 - 2010
• Provided full-time caregiving for a sick family member during a career break. Education
The Stride Center (Technical Institute), Oakland, CA 2010
• A+ Certification in Computer Building and Repair, Desktop Support, and Hardware/Software.
Mt. Diablo Adult Education, Concord, CA
1999 - 2010
• General Education Diploma (GED)
• Certification in Computer Operation and Medical Terminology
• Business Skills (Typing, 10 Key, Database Management) Paralegal Certification Courses
2000 - 2001
• San Francisco State University, San Francisco, CA
• Coursework in Law & Motion, Legal Research, and Legal Writing. Certifications
• A+ Certified Computer Repair Technician (July 2010 - July 2013)
• Driver’s License
Technical Skills
• Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Access, Outlook)
• Legal Software (Westlaw, Lexis, Acrobat)
• Scheduling & Calendar Management
• Data Entry & File Management
• Medical and Legal Transcription
Assessments
• Legal Skills: Highly Proficient
• Data Entry Clerk: Expert
• Receptionist Skills: Highly Proficient
• Customer Focus & Orientation: Highly Proficient
• Organizational Skills: Highly Proficient
• Administrative Assistant Skills: Proficient
References
Available upon request.