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SAMANTHA GARCIA-GALLEGOS

Thornton

Summary

Paralegal student with hands-on experience in case prep and file management. Skilled in reviewing police reports, organizing case
materials, analyzing 911 calls, updating information in JustWare, and using
CM/ECF and LegalServer. Brings strong work ethic, attention to detail, growing experience excitement and motivation to learn court systems and criminal law.

Work History

PARALEGAL INTERN

Federal Pro Se Clinic
Denver
05.2026 - Current
  • Review intake cases and checked filings in CM/ECF and LegalServer to determine eligibility.
  • Assist during scheduled client meetings by listening, taking notes, and organizing documents.
  • Located sample complaints and filings using CM/ECF and basic legal research.
  • Close older Federal Pro Se bankruptcy cases to help streamline the clinic's caseload.
  • Maintain confidentiality and handled sensitive information professionally.

PARALEGAL INTERN

City Attorney's Office
Denver
05.2026 - Current
  • Added e‑files and organized digital case materials in JustWare.
  • Updated and added agencies, involved parties, and case details in JustWare.
  • Sent GO reports for CCMF hearings.
  • Scanned certified documents and uploaded them into JustWare, ensuring proper access for authorized staff members.
  • Added Axon videos and photos into JustWare.
  • Reassigned courtrooms and updated scheduling information.
  • Pulled 911 calls for case preparation and evidentiary review.
  • Sent subpoenas and tracked responses.
  • Sent discovery requests and ensured required materials were obtained.
  • Prepared, requested, and obtained documentation needed for hearings, discovery, and case development.
  • Identified essential evidence and ensured proper organization within case files.
  • Ran criminal background checks and added matching records to case files.
  • Observed arraignments and court hearings

Education

Paralegal Certificate - 2025-2026 - Honor Roll 4.0 GPA

Community College of Denver
08-2026

Associate Degree in Science - 3.5 GPA

JOHNSON & WALES
01-2018

Skills

  • Organizing
  • Multi-Tasking
  • Problem solving
  • Time Management
  • Legal Research (Westlaw)
  • Legal Writing
  • Document Drafting
  • Case Management
  • Attention to detail
  • Legal terminology
  • Microsoft Office 365
  • Client relationships

Timeline

PARALEGAL INTERN

Federal Pro Se Clinic
05.2026 - Current

PARALEGAL INTERN

City Attorney's Office
05.2026 - Current

Paralegal Certificate - 2025-2026 - Honor Roll 4.0 GPA

Community College of Denver

Associate Degree in Science - 3.5 GPA

JOHNSON & WALES
SAMANTHA GARCIA-GALLEGOS