Experience

Rescue Roofing Construction

• United States
• Construction
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Owner

  • Jul 2020 - 3 years 6 months

  Los Angeles County, California, United States Commercial & Residential Roofs with No Change Orders



Schweitzer Law Partners

• United States
• Law Practice
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Managing Senior Paralegal

  • Mar 2016 - Jul 2020

  Pasadena, CA Senior Paralegal for Family Law Attorney and Estate Planning Attorney; Prepare bi-monthly training sessions for paralegals; Assist managing attorney with employee reviews and conduct interviews for new staff; Prepare online filings for various counties for family and probate matters; assist with trial preparation, including exhibit books and poster boards



Washor & Associates

• Law Practice

• Operations Director

  • Jun 2010 - May 2018

  Woodland Hills, CA Washor & Associates brings together large firm capabilities at small firm prices. They handle corporate transactions, securities, start-up business set up and evaluation, contract work, and some litigation for some well known businesses. To learn more, visit www.washor.com. • Procuring contracts focusing on minimizing and maintaining business expenses at the law firm • Successfully reducing monthly costs in excess of $10,000 while increasing staff • Maintaining tedious… Show more Washor & Associates brings together large firm capabilities at small firm prices. They handle corporate transactions, securities, start-up business set up and evaluation, contract work, and some litigation for some well known businesses. To learn more, visit www.washor.com. • Procuring contracts focusing on minimizing and maintaining business expenses at the law firm • Successfully reducing monthly costs in excess of $10,000 while increasing staff • Maintaining tedious bookkeeping and financial records using QuickBooks and Microsoft Excel • Prepared federal filings, blue-back preparation and electronic filing using CM/ECF • Prepared subpoenas, proof of services and other forms using Essential Forms • Extensive use in Timeslips for billing and Abacus for case management. • Supervising staff hours, benefits, and handing other HR related duties • Currently working on increasing client base for remainder of year • Wearing different hats as needed, including managing administrative/general duties Show less



Run Amok Tek, LLC

• Managing Director

  • Sep 2011 - Dec 2017

  Los Angeles, CA • Conceptualize and develop applications and deploy to iTunes Market for sale • Coordinate and supervise sub-contractors and act as liaison between clients and developers and designers. • Monitor office budget effectively and maintain financial records using QuickBooks and Microsoft Excel • Design and implement focus groups and surveys before release of “Minimum Viable Product” (MVP) • Assess and evaluate emerging programs, technologies, and developing industry… Show more • Conceptualize and develop applications and deploy to iTunes Market for sale • Coordinate and supervise sub-contractors and act as liaison between clients and developers and designers. • Monitor office budget effectively and maintain financial records using QuickBooks and Microsoft Excel • Design and implement focus groups and surveys before release of “Minimum Viable Product” (MVP) • Assess and evaluate emerging programs, technologies, and developing industry trends • Represent Run Amok Tek at relevant industry conferences (SXSW, Women2.0, Innovate Pasadena) Show less



University of the People

• United States
• Higher Education
• 700 & Above Employee

• Instructor

  • Apr 2015 - Sep 2017

  Pasadena, CA Instructor of business law; held online discussion boards and related current events to matters learned.



Northern CA Regional Intelligence Center and HIDTA

• Law Enforcement
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Microsoft Office Trainer (Independent Contractor)

  • Sep 2009 - May 2010

  Los Angeles, CA Taught administrative staff both basic and advanced uses of Microsoft Excel, including how to organize views, create pivot tables, merge documents, create labels, utilize macros, create charts, and efficiently format for financial and inventory purposes.



Los Angeles County District Attorney's Office

• Volunteer Law Clerk (Consumer Protection Division)

  • Mar 2009 - Sep 2009

  Los Angeles, CA • Worked in Elder Abuse subdivision with great care in managing highly confidential/sensitive information • Assisted five attorneys with research, trial preparation, and developing legal theories for cases • Prepared and presented briefs/memos for various high profile and difficult cases, including one that involved the death penalty • Conducted interviews of victims' families and contacted detectives/officers throughout LA County to obtain detailed information, evidence… Show more • Worked in Elder Abuse subdivision with great care in managing highly confidential/sensitive information • Assisted five attorneys with research, trial preparation, and developing legal theories for cases • Prepared and presented briefs/memos for various high profile and difficult cases, including one that involved the death penalty • Conducted interviews of victims' families and contacted detectives/officers throughout LA County to obtain detailed information, evidence, and witness lists for cases • Strengthened and developed new research skills while using Westlaw and Lexis-Nexis to complete various tasks • Efficiently completed several additional delegated tasks as needed by Deputy District Attorneys Show less



California Department of Justice

• United States
• Law Enforcement
• 700 & Above Employee

• Law Clerk (Licensing Division)

  • Jul 2007 - Mar 2008

  Los Angeles, CA • Conducted legal research for several Administrative cases, including Automotive, Dental, Nursing, Behavioral Science, and Athletic Commissions • Tried 3 cases in front of an Administrative Law judge, each successfully revoking professional licenses of individuals who committed violations • Prepared briefs/memos and additional materials for various cases and trials • Drafted monthly reports regarding Dental cases • Created Disciplinary Guidelines for entire… Show more • Conducted legal research for several Administrative cases, including Automotive, Dental, Nursing, Behavioral Science, and Athletic Commissions • Tried 3 cases in front of an Administrative Law judge, each successfully revoking professional licenses of individuals who committed violations • Prepared briefs/memos and additional materials for various cases and trials • Drafted monthly reports regarding Dental cases • Created Disciplinary Guidelines for entire Licensing Division • Completed other various delegated tasks needed by Deputy Attorney Generals Show less



Law Offices of Jerome Sklerov

• Legal Secretary

  • Aug 2004 - Oct 2005

  Sherman Oaks, CA • Prepared several trial and legal documents for court filing on an ongoing basis • Utilized Legal Solutions to prepare case profiles and other court forms for personal injury cases • Created and streamlined client database to more efficiently obtain necessary information and generate reports • Acted as a liaison for clients and doctors' offices and scheduled appointments • Transcribed dictation into various types of reports and letters as needed • Conducted… Show more • Prepared several trial and legal documents for court filing on an ongoing basis • Utilized Legal Solutions to prepare case profiles and other court forms for personal injury cases • Created and streamlined client database to more efficiently obtain necessary information and generate reports • Acted as a liaison for clients and doctors' offices and scheduled appointments • Transcribed dictation into various types of reports and letters as needed • Conducted legal research on certain code sections relating to workers’ compensation and personal injury cases Show less



Glendale Community College

• United States
• Higher Education
• 400 - 500 Employee

• Student Ambassador

  • Jan 2001 - Dec 2001

  Glendale, CA • Provided prospective students with wide range of information regarding various college programs, courses, and other opportunities • Reviewed and assessed students' academic progress towards certificate/transfer requirements; setup meetings with department heads for students interested in specific vocational certifications and opportunities • Helped launch, organize, and conduct Start Smart Day - a campus wide event to attract high school students from neighboring cities •… Show more • Provided prospective students with wide range of information regarding various college programs, courses, and other opportunities • Reviewed and assessed students' academic progress towards certificate/transfer requirements; setup meetings with department heads for students interested in specific vocational certifications and opportunities • Helped launch, organize, and conduct Start Smart Day - a campus wide event to attract high school students from neighboring cities • Conducted college campus tours for prospective students and parents • Visited high schools in Glendale, Burbank, and greater Los Angeles for various academic and career fairs • Completed several additional general administrative/clerical tasks as needed Show less



Employment Development Department

• United States
• Government Administration
• 700 & Above Employee

• Youth Employment Specialist

  • Jan 2000 - Dec 2000

  Glendale, CA • Managed caseload of 20-25 individuals seeking part-time employment and provided guidance towards educational goals • Conducted several seminars emphasizing skills for success in higher education • Conducted job search calls by contacting various employers and introducing them to EDD’s CalJobs • Advised both high school and college students about work etiquette and interviewing skills • Volunteered hours to local shelters and organizations to promote EDD’s Youth… Show more • Managed caseload of 20-25 individuals seeking part-time employment and provided guidance towards educational goals • Conducted several seminars emphasizing skills for success in higher education • Conducted job search calls by contacting various employers and introducing them to EDD’s CalJobs • Advised both high school and college students about work etiquette and interviewing skills • Volunteered hours to local shelters and organizations to promote EDD’s Youth Employment Program • Received awards and recognition for high volume of successful case closures, in which students achieved their desired goals Show less



Susy Industrial Engineering

• Administrative Assistant

  • 1998 - 2000

  Glendale, CA • Maintained client contact list, daily work calendar, and various administrative files • Tracked, filed, and retrieved important business contracts, licenses, and paperwork • Prepared and presented subcontracting bids for electrical work; scheduled with various contractors for job sites • Designed and maintained business website • Kept meticulous inventory of several business goods valued at approximately $250,000 • Prepared various letters, estimates, and… Show more • Maintained client contact list, daily work calendar, and various administrative files • Tracked, filed, and retrieved important business contracts, licenses, and paperwork • Prepared and presented subcontracting bids for electrical work; scheduled with various contractors for job sites • Designed and maintained business website • Kept meticulous inventory of several business goods valued at approximately $250,000 • Prepared various letters, estimates, and invoices; managed accounting on Quickbooks Show less