LAITITIA C. AYCARDO
PARALEGAL
Summary
Dedicated and detail-oriented paralegal with six years of experience in legal research, document handling, and case management. Career progression demonstrates hard work, continuous learning, and genuine passion for the law. Proficient in drafting and reviewing contracts, pleadings, and legal correspondence. Skilled in utilizing legal research databases and maintaining organized records. Strong organizational skills for managing multiple cases and deadlines. Effective communication skills for collaborating with clients and colleagues. Committed to upholding legal ethics and confidentiality to ensure client information security. Excited to leverage experience and passion for the law in a virtual paralegal role, contributing to firm's success.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
PARALEGAL II
Kisling, Nestico, & Reddick LLC
07.2024 - 02.2025
- Case Management and Oversight: Managed a variety of personal injury cases, overseeing all stages from initial intake to resolution, ensuring deadlines were met and client expectations were effectively managed.
- Client Communication and Support: Acted as the primary point of contact for clients, providing regular updates on case progress, addressing concerns, and ensuring clients were informed throughout the legal process.
- Demand Letter Preparation: Prepared and generated demand letters, detailing claims and supporting evidence, and presented them to opposing parties to facilitate settlement discussions.
- Document and Case Record Review: Conducted comprehensive reviews of case documents, including contracts, evidence, and court records, ensuring accuracy and proper documentation.
- Attorney Support and Coordination: Supported attorneys by scheduling meetings, preparing case files, drafting correspondence, and maintaining communication with clients and other stakeholders.
- Medical Bill and Record Review: Thoroughly reviewed medical bills and records related to personal injury claims, verifying accuracy and ensuring proper documentation was included.
- Document and File Organization: Streamlined case efficiency by organizing and maintaining legal documents, files, and correspondence.
- Client Inquiry Management: Managed client inquiries promptly and professionally, improving communication between clients and legal staff.
- Legal Document Proofreading: Edited and proofread legal documents to ensure accuracy and compliance with legal standards.
- Firm-Client Relationship Building: Contributed to firm-client relationship building by interacting professionally with clients and maintaining confidentiality.
- Routine Legal Document Drafting: Reduced attorney workload by drafting routine legal documents such as pleadings, motions, and affidavits.
- Collaboration and Teamwork: Collaborated with paralegals and legal staff to complete tasks on schedule and ensure case continuity.
- Information Gathering and Tracking: Gathered and tracked case information by conferring with clients and other involved parties.
- Client Intake and Data Entry: Conducted detailed client intakes and accurately entered data into the company's database.
- Use of Legal Software Tools: Utilized specialized software tools such as Litify, Docrio, and Microsoft platforms to efficiently manage complex cases and track information related to multiple parties over long periods of time.
Chief of Legal Researchers Division
Local Government Unit of Tacloban City
02.2022 - 06.2024
- Led a team of 10 highly trained and educated paralegals in conducting legal research.
- Drafted and reviewed legal documents, including pleadings and contracts.
- Drafted legislative issuances, memoranda, and ordinances.
- Conducted initial client meetings and gathered essential information.
- Managed multiple case files and efficiently prioritized tasks.
- Conducted thorough legal research and created concise summaries.
- Coordinated lawyer appointments and maintained organized schedules.
- Assisted with day-to-day operations, working efficiently and productively with all team members.
- Paid close attention to detail while completing assignments.
Senior Paralegal
TDCT and Partners Law Offices
06.2019 - 01.2021
- Drafted and reviewed various legal documents, including pleadings and contracts.
- Conducted initial client meetings, gathering essential information for case preparation.
- Managed multiple case files, efficiently prioritizing tasks to meet deadlines.
- Conducted thorough legal research and created clear, concise summaries for the legal team.
- Coordinated lawyer appointments and maintained organized schedules to ensure smooth office operations.
- Drafted well-organized pleadings, motions, and briefs to support case positions effectively.
- Assisted attorneys in preparing for trials, leading to successful outcomes and client satisfaction.
- Mentored junior paralegals, contributing to their professional development and growth.
- Streamlined the process of obtaining critical information from opposing counsel through effective negotiation techniques.
- Coordinated with expert witnesses for accurate testimony preparation and presentation at trial.
- Cultivated a strong network of industry professionals that facilitated collaboration on various cases and projects.
Senior Technical Team Agent
IQOR, RMS Collect Philippines
08.2018 - 05.2019
- Provided remote technical assistance to customers, resolving issues efficiently.
- Acted as the highest escalation body, fostering and maintaining strong client relationships.
- Walked clients through resolving technical issues on their phones using remote tools and guides.
- Informed clients of policies and procedures.
- De-escalated and resolved customer complaints with punctual, polite and professional service.
- Delivered exceptional customer service by proactively addressing concerns and fostering a positive experience throughout all interactions.
- Assisted clients in navigating the claims process, ensuring timely resolution of issues and optimal outcomes.
- Enhanced client satisfaction by promptly addressing inquiries and providing accurate information on products and services.
- Streamlined internal processes for improved efficiency and productivity within the agency.
Home-Based Researcher & Data Encoder
Professor Don Eliseo Prisno III, Xi'an Jiaotong U
03.2015 - 03.2017
- Led research on trauma and behavioral impact of Typhoon Yolanda victims.
- Gathered and organized information for research purposes.
- Conducted thorough literature reviews to identify gaps in knowledge and inform future research directions.
- Maintained detailed records of experimental procedures, observations, and results for accurate reporting and replication purposes.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to conduct comprehensive studies and generate valuable insights.
- Managed multiple research projects simultaneously, ensuring timely completion within budget constraints.
- Designed experiments with rigorous controls to maximize validity of findings.
- Synthesized large volumes of information, identifying key trends and patterns relevant to research objectives.
- Applied ethical considerations throughout all stages of the research process, safeguarding participant welfare and data integrity.
- Streamlined data analysis processes with custom software solutions, improving speed and accuracy of results.
- Enhanced research methodology robustness by integrating advanced statistical analysis techniques.
- Navigated complex ethical considerations, ensuring all research practices adhered to highest standards.
- Translated complex research findings into actionable recommendations for industry stakeholders.
- Enhanced participant recruitment strategies, ensuring diverse and representative sample sizes.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Political Science
Leyte Normal University
Tacloban City, Province Of Leyte, Philippines03-2018
Juris Doctor - Law
Dr. Vicente Orestes Romualdez Educational Foundation, College of Law
Tacloban City, Province Of Leyte, Philippines06-2027
Skills
- Client Interaction
- Legal writing
- Legal research
- Document filing
- Client communication
- Litigation support
- Attention to Detail
- Communication Skills
- Time Management
Disclaimer
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Timeline
PARALEGAL II
Kisling, Nestico, & Reddick LLC
07.2024 - 02.2025
Chief of Legal Researchers Division
Local Government Unit of Tacloban City
02.2022 - 06.2024
Senior Paralegal
TDCT and Partners Law Offices
06.2019 - 01.2021
Senior Technical Team Agent
IQOR, RMS Collect Philippines
08.2018 - 05.2019
Home-Based Researcher & Data Encoder
Professor Don Eliseo Prisno III, Xi'an Jiaotong U
03.2015 - 03.2017
Bachelor of Arts - Political Science
Leyte Normal University
Juris Doctor - Law
Dr. Vicente Orestes Romualdez Educational Foundation, College of Law
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