Experience

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  INTERPOL

  • Lyon, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes, France

  • Lead Inspector

    • 1994 - 2022
    • Lyon, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes, France

    Post: Los AngelesInternational Assignments Upon Request in Investigations, Detainment, Deportation and Incarceration. Examination taken (by Scotland Yard recommendation), at API (Now ADT Security), an official law enforcement examination site, post State of California Private Investigation licensure examination.

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  State of California

  • Sacramento, California, United States

  • Investigator

    • 1992 - 2022
    • Sacramento, California, United States

    Provide investigative services for all government departments assigned by the Governor for internal auditory measures, compliance and quality assurance. Originally assigned in the position title of Ranger (State Police). Secret Shopper.

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  Anderson, McPharlin & Conners LLP

  • 707 Wilshire Blvd., Los Angeles, CA

  • Litigation Legal Secretary

    • Nov 2019 - Mar 2020
    • 707 Wilshire Blvd., Los Angeles, CA

    Litigation Legal Secretary providing assistance to Attorneys with filing documents with State and Federal Courts, preparing correspondence and pleadings using word processing software in addition to preparation of judicial council forms, maintaining attorney calendars, scheduling court appearances (e.g., reserving motions/hearing, mediation/arbitration dates, depositions, and inspections, corresponding with opposing counsel and staff, experts, mediators and vendors, with use of common business machines, software and use of basic legal industry standards and procedures in Insurance Defense practice.

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  Freeman Mathis & Gary, LLP

  • 550 S. Hope Street, Los Angeles

  • Litigation Legal Secretary

    • Jun 2019 - Sep 2019
    • 550 S. Hope Street, Los Angeles

    Litigation Legal Secretary providing assistance to Attorneys with filing documents with State and Federal Court, drafting correspondence and pleadings using word processing software in addition to preparation of judicial council forms, maintaining attorney calendars, scheduling court appearances (e.g., reserving motions/hearing, mediation/arbitration dates, depositions, and inspections, corresponding with opposing counsel and staff, experts, mediators and vendors, with use of common business machines, software and use of basic legal industry standards and procedures in Insurance Defense practice.

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  Selman Breitman LLP

  • 11766 Wilshire Blvd., Suite 600, Los Angeles, CA 90025

  • Legal Secretary

    • Jan 2017 - May 2019
    • 11766 Wilshire Blvd., Suite 600, Los Angeles, CA 90025

    Litigation Legal Secretary providing assistance to Attorneys with e-filing documents with State and Federal Courts, drafting correspondence and pleadings using word processing software in addition to preparation of judicial council forms, maintaining attorney calendars, scheduling court appearances (e.g., reserving motions/hearing, mediation/arbitration dates, depositions, and inspections, corresponding with opposing counsel, experts, mediators and vendors, with use of common business machines, software and legal industry standards in Insurance Defense practice.

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  Staffmark

  • 2601 S Figueroa Street, Los Angeles, CA

  • Litigation Legal Secretary

    • Mar 2016 - Jun 2016
    • 2601 S Figueroa Street, Los Angeles, CA

    Assignment: AAA - Interinsurance Exchange of Southern California

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  Adli Law Group P.C.

  • 444 S. Flower, Los Angeles, CA

  • Litigation Legal Secretary

    • Mar 2015 - Jan 2016
    • 444 S. Flower, Los Angeles, CA

    Litigation assistance to Attorneys with filing documents with both State and Federal Courts (including E-filing), drafting correspondence, pleadings and judicial council forms, recording billable time, maintaining attorney calendars, scheduling court appearances, depositions, and inspections, making travel arrangements, corresponding with opposing counsel and vendors, use of basic business machines and other daily duties upon request with Intellectual Property, Business litigation and Family Law practice areas.

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  Robert Half

  • United States
  • Staffing and Recruiting
  • 700 & Above Employee

  • Legal Secretary

    • 2013 - 2015

    Assignments:City of Pasadena, City Attorneys/Prosecuters OfficeTrope & DeCarolis, LLPYucaipa Corporation

  • Legal Secretary

    • 2011 - 2013

    AssignmentsThe Cochran Firm Bush Gottlieb, et al

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  California State Parks

  • Marina del Rey, California, United States

  • Ranger

    • 2009 - 2009
    • Marina del Rey, California, United States

    Mounted patrol at Dockweiler State Beach

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  Metropolitan Police

  • London, England, United Kingdom

  • Police Officer

    • Aug 2008 - Sep 2008
    • London, England, United Kingdom

    Mounted patrol (old guardTraffic Officer (New Scotland Yard)

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  Robert Half Technology

  • London, England, United Kingdom

  • Network Engineer

    • Apr 2008 - Jun 2008
    • London, England, United Kingdom

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  United States Marshals Service

  • Denver, Colorado, United States

  • Marshal (Sworn) Reserve

    • Jan 2008 - Mar 2008
    • Denver, Colorado, United States

    Armed Officer responsible for investigating and making arrests of federal level criminals.

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  United States Courts

  • New Orleans, Louisiana, United States

  • Federal Officer

    • 2008 - 2008
    • New Orleans, Louisiana, United States

    Armed police officer responsible for carrying out security detail.

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  United States Department of Defense

  • Norfolk, Virginia, United States

  • Military Police Officer

    • 1988 - 2008
    • Norfolk, Virginia, United States

    Lifer ReservesLast pinned rank 5 1/4 Star General (Administrative)Last post Master at Arms (Rear Admiral), U.S.S. Colin Powell (2008)Military Fort, Base, Camp, site, vessel, vehicle, aircraft, equipment, staff and unit activity inspection.Search and retrieval of staff and all available resources for optimal military usage during and/or in preparation of local and foreign warfare.Green Beret (Retired) Helicopter Pilot

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  LADOT

  • Los Angeles Metropolitan Area

  • Safety Inspector

    • 2005 - 2006
    • Los Angeles Metropolitan Area

    Inspect business vehicles for issuance of license plates, add driver liability information to DMV record, issue tags and license plates. Perform investigations of unlawful driving activities of businesses, Issue tickets and warnings for business liability accidents, and provide expert opinions in accident reconstruction investigations.Institute the "How am I driving" program.

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  State Bar of California

  • Los Angeles Metropolitan Area

  • Investigator

    • Jan 2005 - Feb 2005
    • Los Angeles Metropolitan Area

    Pre-Licensure background checks, investigate claims of misconduct and/or ethical issues which would require disciplinary action. Update membership database with disciplinary actions.

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  Veatch Carlson Grogan & Nelson

  • Los Angeles Metropolitan Area

  • Legal Secretary

    • 2003 - 2004
    • Los Angeles Metropolitan Area

    Assist Insurance Commissioner of the California Dept. Of Insurance with legal actions, research and investigations and Litigation attorneys with insurance defense litigation.

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  Waters McCluskey & Boehle

  • Los Angeles Metropolitan Area

  • Legal Secretary

    • 2001 - 2003
    • Los Angeles Metropolitan Area

    Now - McCluskey & Montgomery

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  Bert's Mega Mall

  • Covina, California, United States

  • Retail Salesperson

    • 1999 - 2002
    • Covina, California, United States

    Sales, Leasing and rentals of enthusiast motor sports (Motorcycles, speedboats, sailboats, and other novelties.

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  Parsons Corporation

  • Pasadena, California, United States

  • Administrative Assistant

    • 2000 - 2001
    • Pasadena, California, United States

    Engineering, Infrastructure and Technology Department with multiple areas of responsibilities supporting one main project construct by Los Angeles Metropolitan Transit Authority through the USDOT of the Subway and Light Railway Systems in accordance with local and Federal contracting licensure policies and guidelines. All contractual agreements were consistently reviewed by the EPA, SCAQMD, LADWP, The Gas Company, Southern California Edison, City of Los Angeles City Planner and intern staff, District City Supervisors as oversight community committees. All related duties were under the direction of LACMTA Attorney, Ms. Melanie Lomax

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  Los Angeles County Superior Court

  • Los Angeles Metropolitan Area

  • Database Administrator

    • 1993 - 1994
    • Los Angeles Metropolitan Area

    Create, Beta-Test and Augment Pacer ProgramLos Angeles Municipal CourtCulver City Courthouse- Robertson (WLA) Courthoue

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  LA School of Gymnastics

  • Culver City, California, United States

  • Membership Director

    • 1991 - 1992
    • Culver City, California, United States

    Part-Time (Mights/Weekends) Administrative Assistant to the Executive Director and the U.S.A. Olympic Gymnastics Team Coach with multiple areas of responsibility including employment, accounting, marketing and advertising, event coordination, product sales, light dance class instruction, keeping calendars and schedules of coaches, trainers, instructors and administrative staff, in addition to general daily duties. Limited off-duty LAPD Officer Security on premises and at events, as requested. Coordinated move to larger, expansive facility.

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  US Navy

  • San Diego, California, United States

  • Naval Aviator

    • 1990 - 1991
    • San Diego, California, United States

    Honorable discharge

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  Jacoby & Meyers Attorneys LLP

  • Inglewood, California, United States

  • Legal Receptionist

    • 1989 - 1990
    • Inglewood, California, United States

    Answering main office phone as the operator, pre-qualifying client intake, light word processing and general office duties upon request.

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  United States Air Force

  • Edwards, California, United States

  • Fighter Pilot

    • 1987 - 1990
    • Edwards, California, United States

    Transfer to US Navy, Long Beach (Terminal Island), while attending Air Force (JAG) Judge Advocacy (Research Assistant) Program

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  Los Angeles Unified School District

  • Police Officer

    • 1986 - 1988

    Assigned (Per Diem thru LAPD Academy) to:Los Angeles Senior High (Cadet, Jr. Detective Program)Centennial High School, Susan Miller Dorsey and Crenshaw-Dorsey Community Adult High School