1. BENITA HARRIS
16810 VILLAGE LANE UNIT F, FONTANA CA 92336
harris.benita.61@gmail.com Tel.: (951) 454-6026
References: Available upon request
Career Objective: To obtain a position in a law firm that practices integrity, where my upbeat
attitude will be an asset, and where I can further my professional and legal skills and add value to
the firm.
Education: Ohio Wesleyan University- Delaware, OH 2002-2003
Virginia Wesleyan College- Norfolk, VA 2004
Riverside Community College – Riverside, CA -2012- 2015
A.S- Paralegal Studies
Cal State University Los Angeles- Los Angeles, Ca 2015-2017
Bachelors in progress
Legal Highlights: Form Complaints, Civil Complaints, Answers, Demurrers, Propounding,
Responding and Analyzing Discovery, Dissolutions, Paternity Actions,
Request for Orders, Declarations, Stipulations, Findings and Orders after
Hearing, Judgments, Memoranda Points of Authorities, Notices,
Unlawful Detainer Complaints, Collecting and Organizing
exhibits/witness list, Organizing a file for trial, Electronic & Manual
calendaring, Maintain case costs by verifying outstanding balances with
attorneys, clients, and providers; Maintaining client contact;
Communicate case progress to clients, Input information into file
database and case management software, Confirm case status with
attorney, Court runner, Filing, E-filing
Professional Skills: 50 wpm, Proficient in Microsoft Office, data entry, highly organized,
ability to multi task, resourceful and able to work independently with
minimal supervision. I am an expert at using a copier, fax machine,
scanner, and multi-phone line system. Maintain a reception area, and can
provide general clerical support. I have strong verbal and written
communication skills. I have exceptional customer service skills and I
am detail orientated. I possess a willingness to learn and am self-
motivated. I am proactive and able to manage changing priorities with
ease.
Employment: The Law Offices of Richard Lepore, Ontario Ca. 04/2013 to Present
Legal Assistant/ Calendar clerk
Studio One, Ranch Cucamonga Ca 08-2012 to 04-2013
Packer/ General Warehouse
Head Start, Moreno Valley, CA 08-2010 to 06-2011
Volunteer/ Teachers Aid
Advanced Services Inc., Norfolk, VA 10-2006 to 02-2010
Customer Service Specialists