Laura Merida Navarro
San Luis
Summary
Detail-oriented Court Clerk experienced in case management across criminal, civil, and traffic courts. Delivered effective case processing and courtroom support while ensuring accurate records maintenance. Resourceful Spanish Interpreter provided sensitive translation services, leveraging expertise in legal and medical terminology to foster clear communication and maintain confidentiality.
Overview
27
27
years of professional experience
Work History
Civil Traffic Court Clerk
Civil Traffic Court
San Luis
06.2024 - Current
- Input information into databases accurately to support case management and legal processes.
- Processed billing and payments for fines, bonds, bail, and other court fees, recording payment details and notifying of missed deadlines or delinquency.
- Receipt fines, bonds, and other monies
- schedule court hearings for Judge and corresponding parties
- Recorded court proceedings accurately, capturing essential details during hearings.
- Case tracking and managed electronic and physical records, creating new case files, entering filings, hearings, trials and judgments and closing cases when complete.
- Provided customer service to improve client satisfaction and foster loyalty.
- Ensured confidentiality of sensitive client information.
- Format legal documents
- Handled mail distribution to ensure timely delivery.
Remote Spanish Interpreter
LanguageLine Solutions/Online Interpreters
San Luis
08.2020 - 06.2024
- Ensured effective communication by actively listening and responding promptly during calls.
- Facilitated accurate interpretation between Spanish and English during client calls.
- Provided real-time language support for diverse industries including healthcare and legal.
- Managed sensitive information with confidentiality and professionalism during sessions.
- Engaged in continuous training to stay updated on language nuances and cultural contexts.
Remote Spanish Interpreter
TransPerfect Remote Interpreters and Optimal Phone Interpreters
San Luis
01.2015 - 11.2019
- Provided real-time language support for diverse industries including healthcare and legal.
- Facilitated accurate interpretation between Spanish and English during client calls.
- Assisted clients in navigating complex conversations with clarity and precision.
- Maintained confidentiality of data during interpreting sessions due to the sensitive nature of discussions.
- Collaborated with healthcare providers to ensure accurate interpretation of medical terminology.
- Collaborated with team members to enhance interpretation protocols and processes.
- Managed sensitive information with confidentiality and professionalism during sessions.
- Engaged in continuous training to stay updated on language nuances and cultural contexts.
- Ensured effective communication by actively listening and responding promptly during calls.
Legal Secretary
Pima County Legal Defender’s Office
Tucson
06.2013 - 07.2014
- Organized legal documents and files for attorney review and case preparation.
- Maintained scheduling and calendar for attorneys' court appearances and meetings.
- Drafted legal correspondence and pleadings for various cases and clients.
- Managed incoming communication, directing inquiries to appropriate legal staff members.
- Supported client interactions by preparing necessary documentation and information requests.
- Prepared correspondence, memos, reports and other legal documents using Microsoft Word.
- Proofed documents and submitted to attorneys for review.
Legal Secretary
Yuma County Public Defender’s Office
Yuma
05.2012 - 06.2013
- Organized legal documents and files for attorney review and case preparation.
- Maintained scheduling and calendar for attorneys' court appearances and meetings.
- Drafted legal correspondence and pleadings for various cases and clients.
- Supported client interactions by preparing necessary documentation and information requests.
- Proofed documents and submitted to attorneys for review.
- Maintained attorney calendars by keeping track of appointments, meetings and conferences.
- Transcribed dictation from audio recordings into written form utilizing digital recording equipment.
- Coordinated court filings including scheduling hearings, filing deadlines and calendaring events.
- Organized and prioritized caseloads for attorneys.
Contract Interpreter/Translator
LM Interpreting Services
Yuma
07.2010 - 05.2012
- Facilitated clear communication between clients and service providers.
- Translated legal documents accurately for diverse legal cases.
- Researched cultural contexts to enhance interpretation accuracy and effectiveness.
- Provided real-time interpretation during meetings and conferences across sectors.
- Maintained confidentiality while handling sensitive client information and discussions.
- Sat in on meetings to provide members with oral translations of conversations and information.
- Performed consecutive interpretation during court hearings and legal proceedings.
- Proofread, edited and revised translated documents.
- Adhered to ethical codes protecting information confidentiality.
Bilingual Instructional Aide
Rio Vista Elementary School
01.2005 - 01.2010
- Assisted teachers in preparing classroom materials and resources for diverse learners.
- Supported bilingual students with instructional strategies to enhance language skills.
- Facilitated communication between teachers and non-English speaking parents.
- Implemented classroom management techniques to maintain a positive learning environment.
- Aided in the development of individualized education plans for students with special needs.
- Monitored student progress and provided feedback to educators on performance.
- Conducted assessments of students' proficiency levels in both languages.
- Participated in parent-teacher conferences, IEP meetings, district meetings, and other school events related to language services.
Front Desk Medical Receptionist
San Luis Walk-In Clinic
San Luis
01.2002 - 01.2003
- Scheduled appointments using the clinic's electronic health record system.
- Managed patient check-in and check-out processes efficiently.
- Maintained organized patient files in compliance with privacy regulations.
- Greeted patients, verified insurance information and collected copays.
- Checked-in patients when they arrived at the front desk; obtained necessary paperwork from them prior to check-in process.
- Photocopied insurance cards, documented details and verified patient coverage for upcoming procedures or appointments.
- Created new patient files upon request while adhering to organizational policies regarding file maintenance.
- Verified patient demographics, entered data into electronic health record system and provided support to physicians.
- Maintained a clean reception area by restocking supplies, cleaning furniture surfaces and vacuuming carpets.
Travel Agent
Viajes Menquer S.A. de C.V.
San Luis
01.1999 - 01.2002
- Coordinated travel itineraries to meet client preferences and budgets.
- Managed bookings for flights, hotels, and transportation services.
- Assisted clients in selecting travel destinations and accommodations.
- Created travel itineraries and made adjustments to meet client specifications.
- Provided travel information to customers and answered questions regarding passports, visas, transportation, accommodation, and tour packages.
- Researched availability of airfare and hotel rooms using reservation systems.
Education
Associates of Applied Science - Translation and Interpretation Studies
Pima Community College
Tucson, AZMedical and Court Interpreting Certification -
University of Arizona
Tucson, AZSkills
- Knowledge in legal software
- Data management
- Quality monitoring
- Accurate data entry
- Microsoft Office expertise
- Project organization
- Team leadership
- Multitasking
- Stress management
Timeline
Civil Traffic Court Clerk
Civil Traffic Court
06.2024 - Current
Remote Spanish Interpreter
LanguageLine Solutions/Online Interpreters
08.2020 - 06.2024
Remote Spanish Interpreter
TransPerfect Remote Interpreters and Optimal Phone Interpreters
01.2015 - 11.2019
Legal Secretary
Pima County Legal Defender’s Office
06.2013 - 07.2014
Legal Secretary
Yuma County Public Defender’s Office
05.2012 - 06.2013
Contract Interpreter/Translator
LM Interpreting Services
07.2010 - 05.2012
Bilingual Instructional Aide
Rio Vista Elementary School
01.2005 - 01.2010
Front Desk Medical Receptionist
San Luis Walk-In Clinic
01.2002 - 01.2003
Travel Agent
Viajes Menquer S.A. de C.V.
01.1999 - 01.2002
Associates of Applied Science - Translation and Interpretation Studies
Pima Community College
Medical and Court Interpreting Certification -
University of Arizona