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As a Litigation Paralegal and Certified Notary at McCarter & English LLP, I am responsible for a wide range of duties, including office administration, document review and drafting, and client coordination. In my role, I work closely with two partners, Carlos Gimenez Jr. and Tania Cruz, both of whom were named in the 2023 edition of The Best Lawyers in America by Best Lawyers in partnership with US News & World Report.As a Litigation Paralegal and Certified Notary at McCarter & English LLP, my responsibilities include:- Reviewing and drafting legal documents to be filed with the court- Coordinating meetings between attorneys and clients- Receiving and managing all correspondence- Paying invoices- Ordering necessary office supplies- Managing office administration tasks, such as scheduling appointments and answering phone calls- Conducting legal research and analysis- Assisting with case management and trial preparation- Serving as a liaison between clients, attorneys, and other legal professionals- Communicating with courts, government agencies, and opposing counsel- Ensuring compliance with all relevant legal and ethical standards- Maintaining accurate and organized case files- Participating in legal team meetings and strategy sessionsAs the first hire at the firm's Miami location, I take pride in my ability to handle any issues that arise, whether they are related to office management or legal support. My strong organizational and communication skills, combined with my attention to detail and dedication to client satisfaction, have helped me succeed in this fast-paced and challenging environment.

As a Senior Paralegal at the Downs Law Group, I worked alongside renowned litigator Charles David Durkee to provide legal support to clients affected by the BP Deepwater Horizon oil spill in Florida, Texas, Louisiana, Alabama, Mississippi, and throughout the Gulf Coast. With over 25 years of experience, C. David Durkee has successfully tried cases to verdict for both plaintiffs and defendants, obtaining several million-dollar verdicts for individual clients he represented in the past ten (10) years. Through his efforts with the legislature and in the court system, he has helped to change the law to better protect individual rights.Key responsibilities in this role included:- Speaking with clients to obtain detailed reports about their claims, including every single detail.- Scheduling appointments for clients with medical experts to ensure that their claims were factual.- Providing support to other attorneys at the firm as needed, given my direct work with the senior litigator.Serving as a Spanish-to-English translator for clients and colleagues.- Generating reimbursement reports and submitting legal documents to the Florida e-filing portal.Working on the BP Deepwater Horizon oil spill litigation lawsuit, I gained a deep understanding of the complexities of mass tort litigation and the ways in which it impacts individuals and communities. Through my work, I contributed to the success of the firm in obtaining reimbursement and damages for medical expenses on behalf of our clients. I am proud to have worked with such a dedicated and accomplished team and to have played a role in seeking justice for those affected by the BP oil spill.

As a Legal Assistant and Certified Florida Notary at Capote Grandal, I was responsible for providing administrative and paralegal support to attorneys specializing in insurance claims for plaintiffs. In this entry-level position, I was also in charge of office administration, managing all day-to-day office operations and serving as the primary point of contact for clients.Key responsibilities included:- Receiving clients in the office and answering any questions they had about their case.- Calling clients to provide updates on their case and address any concerns they had.- Calling adjusters to request updates on each case and ensure that everything was proceeding smoothly.- Communicating with Judicial Assistants and Judge Chambers to obtain information about procedures and case updates.- Filing pleadings and serving discovery, ensuring that all court documents were filed in a timely and accurate manner.- Coordinating meetings, conference calls, hearings, depositions, and mediations between attorneys to ensure that all parties were informed and prepared.- Managing office administration as the only employee, including ordering supplies, receiving mail, and paying outstanding bills.- Performing notarial services for clients, including notarizing legal documents and verifying the authenticity of signatures.Through my work as a Legal Assistant and Certified Florida Notary at Capote Grandal, I developed strong organizational and communication skills, as well as a deep understanding of the legal system and the procedures required to move a case forward. I am proud to have contributed to the success of the firm and to have provided valuable support to both clients and attorneys.