Gerry Sanchez Email & Phone Number

Torrance, California, Us

• Act as liaison between Worker’s Compensation Appeals Board and clients• Manage a large amount of Workers' Compensation case files• Prepare & file applications for adjudication, Declarations (DOR’s), pleadings and motions utilizing computer software• Draft mediation briefs and demand letters for personal injury cases• Prepare clients and represent them at WC Board hearings, depositions, and mediations• Communicate with clients, attorneys, and claim adjusters• Schedule medical evaluation appointments for clients

Managed immigration asylum case files and visited clients at detention centers to draft declarations and other forms essential to immigration court for applications for U-visas, work permits, and waivers.

Torrance, California, Us

• Manage case files, prepare correspondence and mailings, answer telephone calls, and take messages• Assist with gathering and production of documents in preparation for trial and court hearings• Help draft case management statements, summons & complaints, notices, subpoenas and other legal pleadings• File legal documents with the court and ensure proper service• Coordinate and calendar appointments, meetings, depositions, mediations and court hearings• Subpoena medical records and other key documents in personal injury cases• Communicate with clients, courts, expert witnesses, attorneys, and other legal staff • Interview clients for case intake, help propound and respond to discovery, prepare clients for depositions• Interpret for Spanish-speaking clients at mediations and meetings

Orange, Ca, Us

• Generate reports from computer in accordance with established procedures• Input data into and assure accuracy of billing for all accounts• Review printed reports • Maintain billing file/records by batch in accordance with the established protocol• Issue invoices/statements for customers

Los Angeles, Ca, Us

As a paralegal intern, I supported Public Counsel staff by conducting case file management and producing, analyzing, and interpreting professional letters in a timely manner. I managed and prioritized a diverse and substantial workload while performing under minimal supervision on a daily basis. This position allowed me to communicate complex issues to clients effectively and clearly, both orally and in writing. I was also required to demonstrate bilingual skills by proper use of the Spanish language, including grammar, punctuation, usage, spelling, style, and proofreading skills.

Chico, Ca, Us

CLIC offers free legal information and assistance to clients wishing to represent themselves in Family Law court. As a paralegal intern I investigated clients’ questions relating to Family Law through Westlaw and other internet research. I gathered and analyzed research data, such as statutes, decisions, and legal articles, codes, and documents. I demonstrated advanced communication skills through client interaction by listening to their legal issues and identifying specific legal questions. This position required me to be knowledgeable of forms found in Dissolution of Marriage, Paternity, and Request for Order packets. The interns were required to attend weekly meetings to discuss details of the cases with the supervising attorney. As a paralegal intern I answered phone calls, drafted messages and scheduled appointments as well as organize and maintain case files and documents.

Oxford, Ohio, Us

Collaborated with community leaders to arrange volunteering opportunities for members and focused community enrichment. I reported to the National Headquarters with volunteer work and service hours executed by the chapter. The service hours completed by the chapter under my leadership brought the chapter to a “five-star” status and was eligible for the fraternity’s highest national award.

Conducted research, compiled data, and prepared papers and presentation for the Program Director to develop brochures and posters relating to the student’s first year experience in higher education. Demonstrated the ability to learn new organizational processes and office procedures. I created spreadsheets and other data-based documents to improve the administration of the program. This position held me responsible to assure the organization of office was neat, and stocked with necessary tools for functionality. I assisted with planning and execution of office meetings and program events as well as input data, office errands, and assisted first-year students in person, through e-mail and via phone.

Certificate, Paralegal Studies

Bachelor Of Arts (Ba), History