Alejandra Santacruz
Los Angeles
Summary
Dynamic paralegal with extensive experience at Abir Cohen Treyzon Salo, LLP, skilled at drafting legal documents and managing complex case files. Proficient in Microsoft Office and Lexis Nexis, I excel in client communication and trial preparation, ensuring efficient legal processes and successful outcomes. Committed to delivering high-quality support in fast-paced environments.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Paralegal
Abir Cohen Treyzon Salo, LLP
Encino
01.2023 - Current
- Drafted legal documents, including pleadings and discovery requests for litigation cases.
- Assisted attorneys in trial preparation by compiling and organizing evidence and witness information for effective case presentation.
- Managed case files and organized documentation for attorney review and trial presentations.
- Reviewed and organized legal documents, such as pleadings, motions, and briefs.
- Drafted discovery responses including interrogatories and requests for production of documents.
- Filed pleadings and paperwork with court clerk to meet strict deadlines.
- Collaborated with attorneys in all stages of the litigation process.
- Coordinated schedules for depositions, meetings, and court appearances to ensure timely legal proceedings.
- Communicated with clients to gather relevant information and provide timely updates on case progress.
- Advised clients on procedural matters related to their cases.
- Coordinated subpoena services and other support activities for legal office.
- Participated in mediation sessions by preparing necessary materials and taking notes during meetings.
- Communicated with witnesses regarding deposition scheduling.
Paralegal
JT Legal Group
Glendale
11.2021 - 10.2022
- Prepared Summons and Complaints for personal injury lawsuits, ensuring timely initiation of legal proceedings
- Summarize deposition transcripts, bate stamp exhibits, coordinate deposition scheduling with deponents and treating physicians, prepare exhibits for deposition, prepare subpoenas for attorney review for personal appearance of deponents with request for production of documents
- Drafted deposition outlines for treating physician depositions, aiding attorney in effective case preparation
- Conducted discovery calls with clients to gather information for comprehensive discovery responses for attorney review
- Summarized defendant discovery responses for attorney review
- Assist attorney in writing Meet and Confer regarding Defendant’s Discovery Responses
- Prepare attorney declarations for review
- Reviewed attorney calendar to ensure all deadlines and weekly requirements were met
- Confirm case expenses when a matter has reached resolution
Paralegal
The Wallace Firm PC
Encino
09.2020 - 10.2021
- Drafted legal documents, including pleadings and discovery requests for litigation cases.
- Reviewed and organized legal documents, including pleadings, motions, and briefs, to ensure accuracy and accessibility.
- Filed pleadings and paperwork with court clerk to meet strict deadlines.
- Coordinated schedules for depositions, meetings, and court appearances, facilitating efficient legal team operations.
- Maintained calendars for upcoming court dates or deadlines related to cases.
- Communicated with clients to gather information and update on case progress, ensuring clarity and understanding.
- Maintained client files according to established protocols.
- Organized client calendars, prepared mailings and handled high call volumes.
- Handled pleadings, affidavits, motions, and exhibit preparation.
Litigation Calendar Clerk
05.2019 - 08.2020
- Assisted attorney and paralegal staff in managing critical calendaring deadlines to ensure timely case progression
- Calendared discovery deadlines, hearing dates, internal deadlines, Statement of Damages due date(s), and Case Management Statement due date(s)
- Scheduled attorney appearances such as Court Call and LA COURT CONNECT
- Prepared client correspondence for mediations, depositions, and court appearances to facilitate clear communication and case preparation
- Coordinated court reporters for depositions
- Conducted calendar meetings with attorney and paralegal to review essential action items related to case load and maintain organization
Education
Associates of Arts - Paralegal Studies from an ABA Approved Program
College of The Canyons
Santa Clarita, CA06-2024
Bachelor of Arts - Pre-Law Studies
National University
San Diego, CA05-2022
Legal Technology Certificate -
National Society for Legal Technology
Online05-2019
Skills
- Legal research
- Lexis Nexis
- West Law
- MyCase
- Litify
- CasePeer
- Smart Advocate
- Microsoft Office (Teams, Excel, Word)
- Outlook
Languages
Spanish-fluent writer and speaker
Timeline
Paralegal
Abir Cohen Treyzon Salo, LLP
01.2023 - Current
Paralegal
JT Legal Group
11.2021 - 10.2022
Paralegal
The Wallace Firm PC
09.2020 - 10.2021
Litigation Calendar Clerk
05.2019 - 08.2020
Associates of Arts - Paralegal Studies from an ABA Approved Program
College of The Canyons
Bachelor of Arts - Pre-Law Studies
National University
Legal Technology Certificate -
National Society for Legal Technology