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GREAN AÑONUEVO
Paralegal / Legal Assistant
San Pedro, Province Of Laguna
Summary
Experienced legal professional with a strong background in writing, organizing, and project managing cases in Family Law, Intellectual Property Law, and Corporate Law. Skilled in thorough research, collecting witness statements, and efficient file organization. Adept at working with diverse populations for optimal representation.
Goal-oriented Paralegal/Legal Assistant with expertise in providing administrative support to legal departments, with a focus on document management. Demonstrated proficiency in interpreting complex legal documents and policies.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Paralegal
The Law Office of Frank Bruno, Jr.
11.2023 - 09.2024
- Prepared legal briefs, motions, and pleadings.
- E-filed documents via NYSCEF
- Researched cases in NYSCEF, Surrogates Court, and other e-courts.
- Assisted and supported Attorneys in their hearings and Client appointments.
- Enhanced case efficiency by organizing and maintaining legal documents, files, and correspondence.
- Managed scheduling of court calendars and deadlines to maintain smooth flow of firm operations.
- Streamlined communication between clients and legal staff by managing client inquiries promptly and professionally.
- Facilitated timely and accurate billing by recording billable hours, expenses, and other relevant information in the firm''s billing system.
- Edited and proofread legal documents to verify accuracy.
- Assisted in preparation of settlement proposals and agreements to help attorneys negotiate settlement in best interest of client.
- Communicated with clients, opposing counsel and court personnel to keep all parties informed on case updates.
- Assisted attorneys with trial preparation through thorough research and analysis of relevant laws and regulations.
- Helped attorneys prepare for trial by organizing exhibits and calling on witnesses to testify at hearings.
- Reduced attorney workload by drafting routine legal documents such as pleadings, motions, and affidavits.
- Assisted counsel in preparing answers, providing documentation, and information for discovery request.
- Liaised with other paralegals and legal staff to complete common tasks on schedule.
Legal Officer / Consultant
NRVP Corp.
07.2021 - 04.2023
- Drafted and reviewed a wide range of legal documents to ensure compliance with applicable laws and regulations.
- Drafted and reviewed Client/brand deals and contracts.
- Negotiated favorable settlements in multiple cases involving Intellectual Property Rights with local, multi-national and international Clients/Brands, as well as minimizing financial exposure for the company.
- Enhanced client satisfaction by providing timely and accurate legal advice on various matters.
- Provided legal support in the development and execution of strategic partnerships, joint ventures, and other collaborative arrangements.
- Assisted in the development of corporate policies and procedures, ensuring alignment with legal requirements and best practices.
Freelance SEO Writer / Creative Writer
Freelance-writers
04.2016 - 08.2020
- Collaborated with web developers to ensure proper implementation of structured data markup, improving the appearance of search results listings.
- Increased website traffic by creating high-quality, SEO-optimized content for various clients.
- Conducted thorough competitor analysis to identify gaps in the market and create unique content that stands out among competitors.
- Generated increased organic search visibility by conducting comprehensive site audits and implementing recommended changes.
- Utilized Google Analytics data to monitor website performance trends, adjusting SEO strategy as needed based on data-driven insights.
- Boosted client rankings on search engines through effective keyword research and implementation within content pieces.
- Optimized existing content for improved search engine performance, resulting in higher click-through rates from search results.
Social Studies Instructor
San Pedro College of Business Administration
02.2015 - 01.2016
- Gave assignments, graded work and regularly discussed performance with students.
- Conducted regular parent-teacher conferences to keep parents informed of student progress.
- Established and supported positive educational environment for student learning.
- Maintained awareness of relevant current events and quickly incorporated study into curriculum.
- Established and communicated clear learning objectives and expectations to students.
Paralegal
Gonzales Law Offices
04.2014 - 09.2015
- Prepared legal briefs, motions, and pleadings.
- Enhanced case efficiency by organizing and maintaining legal documents, files, and correspondence.
- Streamlined communication between clients and legal staff by managing client inquiries promptly and professionally.
- Edited and proofread legal documents to verify accuracy.
- Assisted attorneys with trial preparation through thorough research and analysis of relevant laws and regulations.
- Helped attorneys prepare for trial by organizing exhibits and calling on witnesses to testify at hearings.
- Assisted counsel in preparing answers, providing documentation, and information for discovery request.
Election Paralegal
Office of the Mayor of Makato, Province of Aklan
05.2013 - 05.2014
- Assisted attorneys with trial preparation through thorough research and analysis of relevant election laws and regulations.
- Reduced attorney workload by drafting routine legal documents such as pleadings, motions, and affidavits.
- Liaised with other paralegals and legal staff to complete common tasks on schedule.
- Promoted a positive work environment by providing training and guidance to junior paralegals or interns as needed.
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge of changes in laws or regulations relevant to practice areas through continuous professional development opportunities such as seminars or webinars.
- Conducted in-depth legal research for supporting case strategy development, significantly contributing to positive outcomes.
- Improved team productivity by coordinating with attorneys to prioritize and delegate tasks effectively.
Intern Researcher
Philippine Rural Reconstruction Movement
04.2011 - 05.2013
- Completed research, compiled data, and assisted in timely reporting.
- Enhanced research quality by conducting thorough literature reviews and compiling relevant information.
- Established collaborations with external organizations to broaden the scope of research studies.
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge on industry trends, advances, and best practices through regular participation in training programs and workshops.
- Contributed to the publication of several high-quality research papers in reputable academic journals.
- Developed strong research skills through continuous learning on latest tools and methodologies in the field.
Education
J.D. - Law
San Beda College Alabang - School of Law
Philippines 04.2001 -
Bachelor of Arts - Political Science
The Pontifical And Royal University of Santo Tomas
Philippines 04.2001 -
Skills
Legal writing
Legal research
Document filing
Litigation support
Client communication
Document preparation
Contract review
Records management
Attorney support
Administrative support
Document drafting
Exceptional writer
Software
Microsoft Teams
Ring Central
Microsoft Office
Dropbox
Timeline
Paralegal
The Law Office of Frank Bruno, Jr.
11.2023 - 09.2024
Legal Officer / Consultant
NRVP Corp.
07.2021 - 04.2023
Freelance SEO Writer / Creative Writer
Freelance-writers
04.2016 - 08.2020
Social Studies Instructor
San Pedro College of Business Administration
02.2015 - 01.2016
Paralegal
Gonzales Law Offices
04.2014 - 09.2015
Election Paralegal
Office of the Mayor of Makato, Province of Aklan
05.2013 - 05.2014
Intern Researcher
Philippine Rural Reconstruction Movement
04.2011 - 05.2013
J.D. - Law
San Beda College Alabang - School of Law
04.2001 -
Bachelor of Arts - Political Science
The Pontifical And Royal University of Santo Tomas
04.2001 -
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