ANJELICA PERALTA
Mesa
Summary
Legal professional with proven track record in providing comprehensive support to attorneys. Capable of managing complex legal documentation and ensuring case files are meticulously organized. Team-oriented and results-driven, always adapting to meet shifting priorities. Skilled in legal research and document preparation, valued for reliability and flexibility.
Experienced with legal research, document preparation, and case management. Uses organizational skills and attention to detail to maintain accurate case files and support attorneys effectively. Knowledge of legal procedures and protocols ensures seamless workflow and contributes to successful case outcomes.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Paralegal
The Peterson Law Firm
Tempe, AZ
07.2022 - Current
- Drafted client and attorney correspondence to facilitate communication and case progression.
- Reviewed and organized legal documents, including pleadings, motions, and briefs, to ensure compliance and readiness for court.
- Reviewed and organized legal documents, such as pleadings, motions, and briefs.
- Organized evidence for use at trial or hearing proceedings.
- Drafted correspondence to clients and other attorneys.
- Proofread documents prior to filing them with courts or submitting them to opposing counsel.
- Maintained calendars for court dates and case deadlines to support timely legal actions.
- Managed the process of issuing subpoenas for evidence collection and other support activities for legal office.
- Attended court proceedings to observe trials or hearings.
Paralegal
Denton Peterson Dunn, PLLC
Mesa, AZ
11.2021 - 05.2022
- Drafted motions, disclosure statements, and legal documents to support case strategy.
- Drafted motions, disclosure statements and other legal documents.
- Organized trial exhibits by preparing materials and documentation for efficient presentation.
- Used WestLaw to examine secondary sources, statutory and case law and federal and state regulations.
- Utilized WestLaw to research secondary sources, statutory and case law, and regulations to inform legal arguments.
Dependency Specialist
Office of the Legal Defender
Phoenix, AZ
11.2020 - 11.2021
- Initiated and updated case management records using record systems such as iCIS and Justware.
- Identified and resolved potential conflicts between parties and attorney representation to facilitate smoother case progression.
- Tracked and reported attorney assignments and caseloads to ensure effective management of legal resources.
- Reviewed and interpreted court/case documents, entering critical information into database and court calendaring system for accurate case management.
- Updated and coordinated attorney calendars to avoid scheduling conflicts.
Court Services Clerk
Gilbert Municipal Court
Gilbert, AZ
07.2019 - 03.2020
- Processed and entered granted petitions for Orders of Protection and Injunctions Against Harassment, ensuring accurate maintenance and timely updates of physical and electronic case file dispositions.
- Issued arrest warrants and orders quashing warrants for arrest pursuant to judge's order, and updated court dispositions with MVD and DPS as required.
- Issued arrest warrants and orders quashing warrants for arrest pursuant to judge's order.
- Processed billing and payments for fines, restitution, public defender fees, bonds, bail and other court fees.
- Managed electronic and physical records by tracking cases, creating new case files, and entering relevant filings, hearings, trials, and judgments to support case progression.
Court Operations Specialist
Maricopa County Superior Court
Mesa, AZ
03.2017 - 07.2019
- Answered face-to-face and telephone inquiries regarding warrants, citations, and court procedures, enhancing public understanding and access to information.
- Entered and processed Orders of Protection and Injunctions Against Harassment into the court electronic case management system.
- Maintained and organized court records by sorting and merging documents according to case type, case number, and year, ensuring efficient retrieval and compliance.
- Maintained court records along with sorting and merging documents by case type, case number and year.
- Prepared and issued summons, complaints, and warrants, facilitating smooth daily courtroom operations and adherence to legal timelines.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Paralegal Studies
Rio Salado Community College
Tempe, AZ01-2027
Certificate of Completion - Administration of Justice
Rio Salado Community College
Tempe, AZ09-2025
Skills
- Family law procedures
- Court procedures
- Motion drafting
- Legal research
- Technical writing
- Case management
- Proficient in MS office
- Notary public
- Organizational skills
- Project management
Certification
Certification of Completion - Administration of Justice
Timeline
Paralegal
The Peterson Law Firm
07.2022 - Current
Paralegal
Denton Peterson Dunn, PLLC
11.2021 - 05.2022
Dependency Specialist
Office of the Legal Defender
11.2020 - 11.2021
Court Services Clerk
Gilbert Municipal Court
07.2019 - 03.2020
Court Operations Specialist
Maricopa County Superior Court
03.2017 - 07.2019
Certificate of Completion - Administration of Justice
Rio Salado Community College
Associate of Applied Science - Paralegal Studies
Rio Salado Community College