Zairy Vega Bonilla
Innisfil,ON
Summary
Respected Judge with five years of bench experience and uncompromising approach to legal adjudication. Background in penal law, rules and procedures. Dedicated to faithful interpretation of laws with deference to legislative intent and purpose. Hardworking and passionate job seeker with strong organizational skills eager to secure entry-level executive assistant position. Ready to help team achieve company goals. Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Criminal Judge
Judicial Power
06.2018 - 09.2023
- Prepared written opinions to defend rationale of rulings and inform public of new legal precedent arising from case.
- Reviewed legal documents and memos to make determinations on pre-trial issues, motions and final rulings.
- Met with litigants' legal counsel to discuss and decide on objections, pretrial motions, discovery issues and evidence.
- Heard oral debate and testimony before court to establish case facts and litigants' arguments.
- Reviewed pleadings, motions and evidence to assess admissibility and relevance to case.
- Monitored court proceedings for adherence to legal procedures and rules by attorneys and litigants.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
- Organized and detail-oriented with a strong work ethic.
- Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
Supply Assistant
Municipality of Siquirres
01.2018 - 06.2018
- Reorganized supplies and increased productivity.
- Unloaded, sorted and stocked merchandise according to store layout and product placement.
- Maintained effective team member communication.
- Placed products in correct storage locations to keep stock areas organized and inventory counts accurate.
- Performed inventory control, such as counting, and stocking merchandise.
- Answered customer questions and provided detailed product information.
- Kept work areas neat, clean and free from debris.
- Maintained tidy and clean work areas to promote optimal productivity and safety standards.
- Followed orders precisely for correct items, sizes and quantities.
Legal Advice Assistant
Municipality of Siquirres
06.2017 - 12.2017
- Organized documents to manage paper and electronic filing systems of clients.
- Filed court documents and legal pleadings with court clerk on behalf of attorneys.
- Prepared and drafted correspondence and legal forms to maintain smooth communications.
- Managed accounts and client records of clients, observing confidentiality, and extreme discretion.
- Handled office scheduling and made notes for deadlines, motions, and other important dates.
- Worked alongside attorneys, administrative assistants, and fellow legal assistants on complex cases and legal processes.
- Responded to client inquiries to provide accurate legal advice and offer assistance.
- Conducted legal research, compiled and organized evidence and identified relevant legal articles and statutes to use for legal proceedings.
- Communicated pertinent information to clients via phone, email, and mail.
- Reviewed, edited and proofread litigation for proper grammar, spelling and punctuation.
- Produced legal documents such as briefs, pleadings and appeals.
- Researched statutes, decisions, legal articles, and codes.
- Conducted background investigations on defendant.
Collection Department Assistant
Municipality of Siquirres
12.2014 - 01.2015
- Developed and implemented strategies to streamline office operations.
- Streamlined office operations by effectively monitoring and addressing client correspondence and data communications.
- Proofread and edited documents for accuracy and grammar.
- Performed wide-ranging administrative, financial and service-related functions.
- Increased customer service success rates by quickly resolving issues.
Collection Department Assistant
Municipality of Siquirres
06.2014 - 09.2014
- Monitored inventory of departmental supplies and replenished items to enable normal operations.
- Maintained departmental personnel records and recorded adjustments and additions to keep updated files.
- Performed data entry for targeted reports to facilitate dissemination of knowledge about departmental operations.
- Typed and distributed correspondence to internal and external partners to maintain good communications flow.
- Obeyed sensitive and confidential report and presentation guidelines to comply with government regulations.
- Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
- Followed detailed directions from management to complete daily paperwork and computer data entry.
Valuation and Cadastre Assistant
Municipality of Siquirres
11.2013 - 01.2014
- Answered incoming phone calls to process requests, transfer calls, or relay messages to appropriate personnel.
- Offered technical support and troubleshot issues to enhance office productivity.
- Developed and maintained filing systems to facilitate easy access to information.
- Reviewed and edited documents for accuracy, grammar and clarity.
- Developed and implemented strategies to streamline office operations.
- Followed detailed directions from management to complete daily paperwork and computer data entry.
Internal Audit Clerk
Municipality of Siquirres
06.2012 - 04.2013
- Collaborated with managers to obtain missing information.
- Delivered supporting documentation for records changes directly to auditor for analysis.
- Checked vast amounts of daily data to validate electronic transactions, system updates and employee actions.
- Created daily operating report highlighting total and area-specific revenue.
- Responded to routine requests for information from other departments, managers and customers.
Tax Administration Clerk
Municipality of Siquirres
12.2010 - 04.2011
- Handled incoming phone calls and answered questions from callers.
- Typed, formatted and edited professional correspondence.
- Scheduled appointments and managed calendars for staff members.
- Interacted with customers by phone, email, or in-person to provide information.
- Established and maintained standard office procedures to achieve demanding targets.
- Provided clerical support, addressing routine, and special requirements.
- Provided quality clerical support through data entry, document management, email correspondence, and overseeing operation of office equipment.
- Processed documents and materials to disseminate information to appropriate parties.
- Routed business correspondence, documents, and messages to correct departments and staff members.
- Managed tax drawers, resolved variances and filed company receipts.
- Input data into spreadsheets and databases.
- Utilized office management software to record and track customer information.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Law Studies
Universidad Latina De Costa Rica
Costa Rica04.2015
Executive Secretarial Technician - Executive Assistant
Colegio Tecnico Profesional De Siquirres
Costa Rica12.2010
Skills
- Oratory Communication
- Critical Thinking
- Public Speaking
- Resolving Disputes
- Court Document Processing
- Case Interpretation
- Legal Document Review
- Mail Handling
- Executive Support
Applied Studies
- Notarial and Registry Law, Universidad Fidélitas, 2019
- Lawyer, Costa Rican Bar Association, August, 2015
- Law Degree, Universidad Latina, 2014
- Medium Technician in Executive Secretariat, CTP de Siquirres, 2010
- Bachelor of Secondary Education, CTP de Siquirres, 2010
- Third cycle approved, CTP de Siquirres, 2007
- Complete Primary, Las Palmiras School, 2004
Other Studies And Training
- Drug Trafficking, Judicial School Judicial Branch, July, 2023
- New Trends in Economic Criminal Law, Judicial School Judicial Power, June, 2019
- Recent modifications in Costa Rican Labor Law that impact labor relations, College of Lawyers and Lawyers of Costa Rica, June, 2019
- Labor Procedure Reform, College of Lawyers of Costa Rica, August, 2017
- Criminal Procedure Law: Preparation course for the criminal judge exam 3, College of Lawyers of Costa Rica, October, 2016
- Contests of crimes in criminal matters, College of Lawyers of Costa Rica, September, 2016
- Criminal Law: Theory of Crime, precautionary measures and means of challenge, College of Lawyers of Costa Rica, June, 2016
- Internal Control-virtual modality, Judicial Power, December, 2015
- No to sexual harassment-virtual modality, Judicial Power, December, 2013
- Psychological Harassment at work-virtual modality, Judicial Power, December, 2013
- Quality public service-virtual modality, Judicial Power, December, 2013
- How to lead a quality public service-virtual modality, Judicial Power, December, 2013
- Administrative Contracting Regime, Costa Rican Bar Association, August, 2012
- Rhetorical Resources for Legal Orality, College of Lawyers of Costa Rica, July, 2012
- Oral Skills to function in Hearings, College of Lawyers of Costa Rica, July, 2012
- Computer Equipment Technician, I.N.A, 2009
- Computer Equipment Operator, I.N.A, 2008
Personal Information
- ID Number: 7-216-120
- Marital Status: Single
- Date of Birth: 10/03/92
- Nationality: Costa Rican
- Driving License: B-1
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
English
Limited Working
Timeline
Criminal Judge
Judicial Power
06.2018 - 09.2023
Supply Assistant
Municipality of Siquirres
01.2018 - 06.2018
Legal Advice Assistant
Municipality of Siquirres
06.2017 - 12.2017
Collection Department Assistant
Municipality of Siquirres
12.2014 - 01.2015
Collection Department Assistant
Municipality of Siquirres
06.2014 - 09.2014
Valuation and Cadastre Assistant
Municipality of Siquirres
11.2013 - 01.2014
Internal Audit Clerk
Municipality of Siquirres
06.2012 - 04.2013
Tax Administration Clerk
Municipality of Siquirres
12.2010 - 04.2011
Bachelor of Science - Law Studies
Universidad Latina De Costa Rica
Executive Secretarial Technician - Executive Assistant
Colegio Tecnico Profesional De Siquirres
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