Maria Alejandra Cantera Correa
Legal Asistant
Santiago De Cali
Summary
Dynamic legal assistant with a proven track record at Latorre Law, excelling in legal document preparation and client communication. Recognized for enhancing operational efficiency and reducing errors in court filings. Adept at managing high-volume workloads while maintaining meticulous attention to detail and fostering strong client relations.
Experienced with legal research, drafting legal documents, and case management. Utilizes organizational skills and attention to detail to ensure accuracy and compliance with legal standards. Knowledge of legal procedures and effective communication skills to support attorneys in achieving favorable outcomes.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Legal Asistant
Latorre Law
04.2022 - 02.2025
- Assisted with trial preparation, including creation of exhibits, compilation of witness lists, and organization of evidence materials.
- Drafted legal documents, including pleadings and motions, to support attorneys in various cases.
- Handled billing tasks efficiently and accurately, ensuring smooth financial operations for the legal team.
- Maintained strict confidentiality, protecting sensitive client information as required by legal ethics and regulations.
- Handled office scheduling and made notes for deadlines, motions, and other important dates.
- Responded to client inquiries, providing accurate legal advice and offering assistance.
- Facilitated timely resolution of legal matters by preparing and organizing essential documents.
- Managed high-volume workload while maintaining strict attention to detail on every task such as drafting pleadings or summarizing depositions accurately.
- Improved communication between attorneys and clients by scheduling meetings, providing status updates, and relaying critical information promptly.
- Reduced errors in court filings by meticulously proofreading documents for accuracy before submission.
Executive Assistant
Universidad Del Valle
06.2020 - 04.2022
- Handled confidential and sensitive information with discretion and tact.
- Managed executive calendars, scheduling meetings and appointments and coordinating travel arrangements to optimize time.
- Maintained confidentiality with sensitive documents, ensuring proper storage and distribution as needed.
- Processed travel expenses and reimbursements for executive team and senior management group.
- Streamlined executive communication by managing emails, phone calls, and scheduling appointments.
- Served as a liaison between departments to facilitate effective communication throughout the company.
- Organized and coordinated conferences and monthly meetings.
- Used advanced software to prepare documents, reports, and presentations.
- Wrote reports, executive summaries and newsletters.
- Took notes and dictation at meetings.
- Handled logistics, catering, agendas and travel arrangements for meeting and event planning for board of directors, president and executive vice president.
- Updated and maintained confidential databases and records.
- Managed mail and both incoming and outgoing correspondence, mail, email and faxes.
Customer Service Manager
Platillos Voladores
08.2018 - 03.2020
- Resolved customer complaints while prioritizing customer satisfaction and loyalty.
- Took ownership of customer issues and followed problems through to resolution.
- Managed a team of customer service representatives, fostering a positive work environment focused on teamwork and collaboration.
- Reduced customer complaints, proactively addressing issues and implementing effective solutions.
- Trained and regularly mentored associates on performance-oriented strategies and customer service techniques.
- Supervised employees and assessed performances to determine training needs and define accurate plans for decreasing process lags.
- Followed through with client requests to resolve problems.
- Actively listened to customers, handled concerns quickly and escalated major issues to supervisor.
Education
Associate of Political Science - Political Science And Government
Univalle Del Valle
Santiago De Cali, Colombia12-2025
Skills
- Legal research
- Report writing
- Case management
- Client communication
- Microsoft office
- Attention to detail
- Legal document preparation
- Administrative support
- Document drafting
- Client relations
- Writing and editing
- Client support
Languages
English
Professional Working
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Legal Asistant
Latorre Law
04.2022 - 02.2025
Executive Assistant
Universidad Del Valle
06.2020 - 04.2022
Customer Service Manager
Platillos Voladores
08.2018 - 03.2020
Associate of Political Science - Political Science And Government
Univalle Del Valle
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