Diego Ramirez
Barranquilla
Summary
Law student and Legal Assistant with hands-on experience supporting attorneys and legal teams in case preparation, legal research, and document management. Experienced in academic legal clinics and professional legal environments, with a strong understanding of procedural law. Detail-oriented, highly organized, and skilled in handling confidential information, coordinating case files, and supporting legal operations in fast-paced settings. Seeking to contribute as a Legal Assistant or Paralegal in a U.S.-based legal team.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Legal Assistant
The Probate Pro
06.2023 - Current
- Managed client communications, providing updates on case status and addressing inquiries promptly.
- Organized case files and maintained electronic records for efficient access and information retrieval.
- Improved communication between attorneys and clients by scheduling meetings, providing status updates, and relaying critical information promptly.
- Optimized document management processes, leading to quicker access to critical information during case preparation.
- Utilized case management software to track deadlines, improving workflow efficiency across the department.
Legal Clinic Intern
Universidad De La Costa
02.2024 - 11.2025
- Conducted legal research to support case preparation and ensure compliance with 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.
- Interviewed clients to obtain information relevant to cases.
- Increased client satisfaction with thorough research and prompt response to inquiries.
Education
Bachelor of Laws - Law
Universidad De La Costa
Barranquilla, Colombia06-2026
Skills
- Fast learner
- Microsoft office
- Legal research
- Administrative support
- Organizational efficiency
- Case management
- Contract review
- Project management
- Scheduling/Planning
- File organization
- Document preparation
Certification
- Commercial Law and Business Leadership Diploma, Universidad de la Costa (CUC) – Professional Training in corporate law, contracts, and business leadership.
- English Language Certificate (C1 Level – Six-Level Program), Multidiomas – Professional Language Training.
Languages
Spanish
Native language
English
Advanced
C1
Timeline
Legal Clinic Intern
Universidad De La Costa
02.2024 - 11.2025
Legal Assistant
The Probate Pro
06.2023 - Current
Bachelor of Laws - Law
Universidad De La Costa