Lynette Irizarry
3191 Palm Trace Ldgs Dr., apt 1004* Davie, FL 33314 * 914-483-7197
lynette.irizarry@yahoo.com

Objective
A challenging administrative or paralegal/legal assistant position in a fast paced environment that will allow for personal growth and career advancement.

Experience

The Law offices of Cohn and Smith, P.A.

Personal Injury Investigative Paralegal 2015-Present 

The Law Offices of David M. Benenfeld, P.A.
Workers Compensation Paralegal 2007-2011

Provide professional legal support to attorneys through legal research, filing preparations
and general administration of claims, lawsuits and litigations.
Obtain and review the client’s medical records and files from the client’s employer, wage
information and employer records as well as from the insurance carrier. Manage
telephone and attorney’s calendar, schedule Motion hearings, Final Hearings, depositions
and State and Private Mediations. Prepare and e-file legal documents for each case,
interview new clients, prepare settlement documents, respond to Request for Productions.
Ensure that clients complete and sign all documents and release forms necessary
throughout their case.

University of Phoenix, Plantation, Fl
Enrollment Counselor, 2005 – 2007

Responsible for advising undergraduate and graduate students regarding admissions and degree completion requirements, as well as enrolling students for the University’s graduate, undergraduate and certificate programs. This includes developing academic plans for degree or certificate completion, following standardized University guidelines and procedures. Ensuring students are well prepared for embarking on their to success. Guiding students towards the right path in choosing a degree program that is right for them.

Johnson Medical Center, Hollywood, Fl
Marketing Director/Personal Injury Advisor, 2004 – 2005
Responsible for increased sales through use of aggressive city-wide marketing campaigns. Designing ads and writing articles for several magazines. Responsible for developing business relationships. Advised personal injury patients on the process of medical claims and referred them to personal injury lawyers.

Steven J. Kaye and Associates, Brooklyn, NY
Paralegal/Office Manager, 2001-2004
Responsible for client’s personal injury, property damage and lost wages claims. Updated and maintained client’s database. Developed relationships with Medical and physical therapy facilities. Administered trainings for all employees.

Education

University of Phoenix, Plantation, FL
Bachelor of Science in Business and Marketing, 2005-Present

Skills

Knowledgeable with the higher education, marketing, sales, workers compensation and personal injury law markets and industries, results oriented and have the ability to perform multiple tasks efficiently and effectively. High level of interpersonal and communication skills, ability to work independently and manage multiple tasks efficiently and effectively. Technologically savvy, great phones skills, team player/leader and have the ability to lead a team into success.