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DORIS  MENDEZ

DORIS MENDEZ

LEGAL ASSISTANT
Panama

Summary

Goal-oriented Legal Assistant experienced in providing administrative support to legal departments with focus on document management. Demonstrated ability in interpreting legal documents and policies.

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience

Work History

BILINGUAL LEGAL ASSISTANT

LEGACY COMPANY
06.2024 - 09.2024

-Drafting, editing, and organizing a variety of legal documents, including contracts, agreements, and correspondence.
- Conducting legal research, compiling case materials, and summarizing relevant information for attorneys.
- Assisting with client communications and correspondence, ensuring prompt responses and maintaining client confidentiality.
- Accurately tracking billable hours to support our billing processes.
- Providing general administrative support to ensure smooth day-to-day operations.

LEGAL ASSISTANT - CORPORATE AND INMIGRATION AREA

ALCOGAL LAW FIRM
06.2022 - 05.2023
  • Responded to client inquiries, providing accurate legal advice and offering assistance.
  • Managed accounts and client records of clients, observing confidentiality, and extreme discretion.
  • Gathered key information during initial client intake interviews that contributed significantly to the formulation of effective legal arguments.
  • Handled office scheduling and made notes for deadlines, motions, and other important dates.
  • Increased client satisfaction by efficiently managing case files and promptly addressing inquiries.

COMPLIANCE OFFICER JR.

CLD LEGAL
09.2021 - 05.2022
  • Assisted with internal and external audits to confirm compliance with applicable laws and regulations.
  • Developed comprehensive training programs to increase employee awareness of compliance requirements and expectations.
  • Managed relationships with regulators, maintaining open lines of communication to ensure transparent operations.
  • Evaluated new regulations for potential impact on business operations, taking proactive measures to ensure readiness for implementation.
  • Mitigated legal risks by proactively identifying gaps in existing policies and recommending improvements.

BILINGUAL LEGAL ASSISTANT

PGS ATTORNEYS
09.2017 - 03.2021
  • Prioritized multiple tasks effectively under tight deadlines without compromising on the quality of work delivered.
  • Streamlined case management by efficiently organizing documents, files, and resources for attorneys.
  • Supported attorneys with comprehensive case analysis, resulting in well-informed litigation strategies.
  • Managed scheduling needs for multiple attorneys to ensure optimal time allocation for cases and appointments.

Education

Bachelor of Laws - Law (Pre-Law)

UNIVERSIDAD DE PANAMA
Panama City, Panama
05.2001 -

COMPLIANCE MANAGER - Compliance

ADEN UNIVERSITY
Panama City, Panama
05.2001 -

Skills

    Legal Research

    Document drafting

    File Organization

    Court filings

    Client Communication

    Legal Terminology

    Legal Translations

    Bilingual Writing

    Legal Document Preparation

    Corporate Law

    Document Preparation

Languages

English
Full Professional
Spanish
Native or Bilingual

Timeline

BILINGUAL LEGAL ASSISTANT

LEGACY COMPANY
06.2024 - 09.2024

LEGAL ASSISTANT - CORPORATE AND INMIGRATION AREA

ALCOGAL LAW FIRM
06.2022 - 05.2023

COMPLIANCE OFFICER JR.

CLD LEGAL
09.2021 - 05.2022

BILINGUAL LEGAL ASSISTANT

PGS ATTORNEYS
09.2017 - 03.2021

Bachelor of Laws - Law (Pre-Law)

UNIVERSIDAD DE PANAMA
05.2001 -

COMPLIANCE MANAGER - Compliance

ADEN UNIVERSITY
05.2001 -
DORIS MENDEZLEGAL ASSISTANT