Abigail Ocampo
Chicago
Summary
Optimistic and resourceful Legal Assistant known for high productivity and efficient task completion. A sunny disposition who is open to learning, growing and supporting a team with her exceptional work ethic.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Legal Assistant
Ankin Law Office
Chicago
08.2022 - Current
- Coordinated meetings and provided translation and assistance to multiple attorneys simultaneously
- Administrative lead in the workers compensation department, serving as liaison between attorneys and clerical staff
- Specialized in litigated matters, advising and mitigating high-conflict situations while upholding ethical and professional standards
- Oversaw training of incoming paralegals, including drafting reference guides
- Administrated over 500 claims and excelled in all given quotas
- Translated documents, templates and materials that are used in the office case filing system – Litify
Legal Assistant
Aceves & Perez, P.C.
Chicago
04.2020 - 07.2022
- Drafted motions, settlement contracts, representation agreements, and applications for workers compensation and personal injury claims
- Coordinated with partner on management of over 400 claims, ensuring timely progress and resolution
- Participated in negotiations, spoke with adjusters, clients and medical facilities
- Organized and streamlined incoming medical records, invoices, and balances for claimants, enhancing accessibility for case processing
- Electronically filed motions and contracts via the IWCC ‘Compfile’ portal
- Developed and maintained an efficient filing system via Google Drive for easy retrieval of legal documents
Communications Partner Assistant
Clifford Law Offices
Chicago
08.2009 - 01.2019
- Coordinated Continuing Legal Education webinar and live program, enhancing professional development opportunities
- Managed Senior Partner's (Mr. Robert A. Clifford) email, ensuring timely communication and organization.
- Developed spreadsheets and presentations to support managing partners in decision-making
Administrative Assistant
Clifford Law Offices
Chicago
08.2009 - 01.2019
- Processed, distributed, verified accuracy, and maintained invoices while coordinating with a nationwide network of vendors and suppliers.
- Maintained office database (Aderant) by retrieving and organizing information for clients, firm cases, and vendors.
- Engaged daily with organizational staff, executives, clients, and vendors to facilitate effective communication.
- Filed and recorded corporate documentation and electronic files, including incoming invoices and legal documents.
Education
Bachelor - Communication, Spanish
University of Illinois at Chicago (UIC)
Chicago, IL05-2017
Skills
- Administrative operations proficiency
- Microsoft Office
- Office management
- Conflict mediation
- Negotiation
- Writing and editing
- Confident client communication
- Multitasking & problem solving
- Adaptive learner, open to growth
Leadership Experience
- Volunteer English teacher and tutor for adults, Teresian Association, Cicero, IL, Fall 2014, Spring 2015
- Youth Ministry Leader, Saint Frances of Rome, Cicero, IL, Fall 2012, Spring 2014
Languages
English
Native/ Bilingual
Spanish
Native/ Bilingual
Timeline
Legal Assistant
Ankin Law Office
08.2022 - Current
Legal Assistant
Aceves & Perez, P.C.
04.2020 - 07.2022
Communications Partner Assistant
Clifford Law Offices
08.2009 - 01.2019
Administrative Assistant
Clifford Law Offices
08.2009 - 01.2019
Bachelor - Communication, Spanish
University of Illinois at Chicago (UIC)