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PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY
Motivated and detail-oriented 5th-year Law Student with solid experience in administrative and legal procedures, currently working at the Brazilian Social Security Institute (INSS). Highly organized and capable of managing case files, meeting strict deadlines, and providing excellent client communication. Bilingual (Portuguese and English) and eager to leverage analytical skills and legal background to support attorneys as a Virtual Legal Assistant in a fast-paced US law firm.
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
Municipal Court of Guararapes (Fórum Municipal - 2ª Vara) | Guararapes, SP, Brazil Judicial Assistant / Legal Intern | [2022 – 2026] (4136 Hours).
• Assisted court clerks and judges with the daily administration of the 2nd Court, managing high volumes of sensitive and confidential legal documents.
• Certified and accurately logged over 200 procedural due dates daily, ensuring strict compliance with court schedules and preventing case progression delays.
• Processed over 300 daily court-ordered financial holds and releases (asset freezing and unfreezing) on bank accounts via the National Judicial Asset Search System (SISBAJUD), demonstrating extreme accuracy and trustworthiness with sensitive financial data.
• Drafted initial court orders, legal summaries, and official correspondence with high accuracy and professional terminology.
• Provided direct customer service to attorneys and citizens, gathering necessary information and answering inquiries regarding case developments.
Instituto Nacional do Seguro Social (INSS) | Araçatuba, SP, Brazil Legal Intern | [2025 – Present].
• Review and organize extensive legal and administrative case files to ensure all documentation is accurate and compliant with current regulations.
• Draft legal summaries, administrative decisions, and internal communications, maintaining a high level of accuracy and professional terminology.
• Manage case tracking systems and monitor procedural deadlines to prevent delays in the analysis of social security benefits.
• Communicate effectively with internal departments and the public to gather necessary documents and provide updates on case statuses.
• Apply problem-solving skills to analyze complex administrative requests, significantly improving workflow efficiency.
KEY SKILLS
• Legal & Administrative: Legal Document Drafting, High-Volume Case File Management, Calendar Management, Deadline Tracking, E-filing, Legal Research.
• Soft Skills: Detail-oriented, Adaptability, High Attention to Confidentiality, Discretion, Strong Interpersonal Skills, Problem-Solving under pressure.
• Tools & Technology: Tech-savvy, Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, OneDrive), Document Management Systems, Virtual Communication Tools.
• Languages: Portuguese (Native), English (Advanced/Fluent).
EDUCATION
Universidade Católica Salesiano Auxilium | Araçatuba, SP, Brazil Bachelor of Laws |
Expected Graduation: 2026
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PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY
Motivated and detail-oriented 5th-year Law Student with solid experience in administrative and legal procedures, currently working at the Brazilian Social Security Institute (INSS). Highly organized and capable of managing case files, meeting strict deadlines, and providing excellent client communication. Bilingual (Portuguese and English) and eager to leverage analytical skills and legal background to support attorneys as a Virtual Legal Assistant in a fast-paced US law firm.