Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Volunteer Work
Certification
Timeline
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Denisse Torres

Edmonton,AB

Overview

6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Senior Judicial Clerk, Full Time

Government of Alberta
Edmonton, AB
05.2022 - Current
  • Liaise with Judiciary, Lawyers, Police, Witnesses, Accused, Victims and general public.
  • Organize and manage administrative processes within the courtroom and outside of the courtroom.
  • Review and handle documents in adherence with the Alberta Rules of Court and various Provincial and Federal statutes.
  • Meticulously detailed management of 100+ files and voluminous records in preparation for complex court proceedings.
  • Prepare, file and sign 45+ orders weekly granted by judiciaries including but not limited to release documents, sentencing information, parenting orders and various child welfare orders on behalf of the Court of Justice.
  • Accurately complete endorsements on each file and prepared to provide administrative interpretation of any documentation as well as quickly assess and resolve problems as they arise.
  • Administer, interpret and explain court endorsements, dispositions and documents, ensuring that all terms and conditions are understood and the consequences of non-compliance are clear.
  • Manage and organize 58+ courtroom appearances weekly via alternative dispute resolutions ( Judicial Dispute Resolutions, Family Resolution hearings, Pre-Trial Conference, Case Management) ensuring the accurate production of correspondence, agreements, decisions and liaison between the Judiciary, Legal Counsel and the public.
  • Liaison with the Judicial Assistants, Trial coordinator, and the Judiciary to advise of any changes in schedules, court proceedings and adjournments on a daily basis.
  • Accurately complete 100+ orders of Pre-Sentence reports, Forensic Assessments, Risk Assessments, Gladue Reports, Records of Proceedings, and Victim Impact Statements ensuring those are received on time prior the scheduled appearance.

Dietary Administrator, Full Time

Revera Inc.
Edmonton, AB
12.2017 - 05.2022
  • Worked successfully with diverse group of coworkers to accomplish goals and address issues related to our products and services.
  • Facilitated effective communication of alterations in food preparation and standards to ensure adherence to prescribed diets and nutritional requirements for 150+ residents.
  • Created and maintained detailed weekly meal plans using Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Adobe Acrobat.
  • Anticipate changes in dietary requirements due to medical conditions or preferences and adjust meal plans accordingly.
  • Encourage open communication and feedback from colleagues to continuously improve processes and efficiency in dietary administration.

Education

Macewan University -

Paralegal Studies Diploma
Edmonton, AB
06-2025

Provincial Court Paralegal Program
Edmonton, AB
09-2023

Skills

  • 7 years of experience working with Microsoft Office Software (Word, Excel, Powerpoint, Outlook) and Google Software
  • 2 years of experience working with CASES, JOIN, FTR, 1Gx and other such government programs
  • 2 year of Paralegal studies with all-encompassing knowledge of core legal subjects including core Legal Databases (Westlaw, LexisNexis, CanLii, ESILaw)
  • 2 years comprehensive of Edmonton Law Courts filing and in-court procedures
  • 2 years experience in Family, Children Services and Youth Criminal Law
  • 2 years legal research experience and case-law analysis
  • 2 years experience in Immigration Law assistance, adept at handling complex immigration documentation through self-teaching methods
  • Bilingual proficiency in English and Spanish

Volunteer Work

Bilingual Immigration Facilitator

  • Successfully assist individuals from Latin America with the filing of complex immigration procedures and applications to obtain visas and other documentation for temporary entries and permanent residence.
  • Provide comprehensive guidance on immigration procedures in both English and Spanish.
  • Assist with gathering of evidence regarding applicant's claims about their home countries in accordance with the Immigration and Refuge Protection Act (IRPA).

Certification

  • Commissioner for Oaths Government of Alberta - 08/2022

Timeline

Senior Judicial Clerk, Full Time

Government of Alberta
05.2022 - Current

Dietary Administrator, Full Time

Revera Inc.
12.2017 - 05.2022

Macewan University -

Paralegal Studies Diploma

Provincial Court Paralegal Program
Denisse Torres