Merari Padua Monroy
Summary
Legal professional with experience in supporting attorneys and legal teams. Skilled in managing case files, drafting legal documents, and legal support. Strong focus on team collaboration, reliable under changing needs, and results-driven. Known for communication skills, organizational abilities, and confidentiality.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
LEGAL ASSISTANT, INTERPRETER, & OFFICE MANAGER
Jennifer Allen Law, PLLC
01.2026 - Current
- Assisted attorney in case preparation by systematically organizing evidence to support case strategy.
- Maintained strict confidentiality, protecting sensitive client information as required by legal ethics and regulations.
- File documents with the appropriate court or office within set deadlines.
- Managed office correspondence and administrative tasks, including phone calls, communications with opposing attorney offices, and email responses, ensuring smooth daily operations.
- Performed various tasks to enhance office efficiency and streamline workflows.
LEGAL ASSISTANT, RECEPTIONIST, & INTERPRETER
O'Brien & Dekker Law Firm
01.2023 - 01.2025
- Collaborated with attorneys and clients to gather requirements and prepare detailed documentation, demonstrating strong organizational and client-focused skills.
- Facilitated communication between attorneys and clients by scheduling meetings, providing status updates, and relaying critical information.
- Coordinated schedules, deadlines, and case files to maintain accuracy and streamline workflow.
- Balanced multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment demonstrating adaptability and problem-solving.
- Implemented document management systems that improved retrieval and storage processes.
Education
High School Diploma -
William Henry Harrison High School
01-2019
Associate of Applied Science - Paralegal Studies
Durham Technical Community College
Durham, NCSkills
- Legal Document Management
- Court filing
- Litigation assistance
- Motion preparation
- Legal Software Applications
- Client Legal Assistance
- Court coordination
- Appointment scheduling
- Admin support
- Organization
- Attention to detail
- Bilingual speaker
- Client support
- Communication
Timeline
LEGAL ASSISTANT, INTERPRETER, & OFFICE MANAGER
Jennifer Allen Law, PLLC
01.2026 - Current
LEGAL ASSISTANT, RECEPTIONIST, & INTERPRETER
O'Brien & Dekker Law Firm
01.2023 - 01.2025
High School Diploma -
William Henry Harrison High School
Associate of Applied Science - Paralegal Studies
Durham Technical Community College