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Yanaa K. Avn Rhon

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Professional Summary

Paralegal with 5 years of experience in a fast-paced county prosecutor office. Excellent clerical and organizational skills. Computer savvy. Proven track record of reliable and accurate results in duties for domestic violence, CES (case evaluation system) and animal welfare court.

Experience

Paralegal, 01/2010 to 10/2014
Pima County Attorney Office – Tucson, AZ

Prepare affidavits and other documents, such as legal correspondence, motions or pleadings.
Organize and maintain documents in paper and electronic filing systems.
Prepare for trial by performing tasks such as organizing exhibits, ordering prior criminal records on victims and witnesses and develop case summaries.
Obtain and disclose evidence such as videos, photos, 911 calls, certified documents and statements.
Meet in person or by phone with clients and other professionals to discuss details of case.
Investigate facts and law of cases and search pertinent sources, such as public records, to determine causes of action and to prepare cases.
File pleadings with court clerk.
Mail, fax, or arrange for delivery of legal correspondence to clients, witnesses, defense counsel and court officials.
Make photocopies of correspondence, documents, and other printed matter.
Assist attorneys in collecting information such as employment, medical, and other records.
Draft and type office memos.
Attend legal meetings, such as client interviews, hearings, or depositions, and take notes.
Perform and analyze database searches such as statutes, legal articles and codes to identify laws and court decisions relevant to pending cases.
Sole paralegal for pioneer Animal Welfare court, as additional responsibility to assigned position.
Trained new personnel and interns.

Patient Care Tech, 10/2006 to 04/2009
St. Mary's Hospital – Tucson, AZ

Complete physical checks and monitor patients to detect unusual or harmful behavior and report observations to professional staff.

Record and maintain patient information, such as vital signs, eating habits, behavior, progress notes, treatments, or discharge plans.

Maintain patients' restrictions to assigned areas.

Provide patients with assistance in bathing, dressing, or grooming, demonstrating these skills as necessary.

Clean and disinfect rooms and furnishings to maintain a safe and orderly environment.

Aid patients as necessary to prevent injury.

Provide mentally impaired or emotionally disturbed patients with routine physical, emotional, psychological, or rehabilitation care under the direction of nursing or medical staff.

Serve meals or feed patients needing assistance or persuasion.

Aid patients in becoming accustomed to hospital routine.

Accompany patients to and from wards for medical, religious or recreational events.

Participate in recreational activities with patients, including card games, television viewing or social activities.

Complete administrative tasks, such as answering telephone calls, or maintaining medical and facility information.

Interview patients upon admission and record information.

Loan Officer, 05/2001 to 03/2006
First Magnus Financial Corp – Tucson, AZ

Analyze applicants' financial status, credit, and property evaluations to determine feasibility of granting loans.
Obtain and compile copies of loan applicants' credit histories, corporate financial statements, and other financial information.
Explain to customers the different types of loans and credit options that are available, as well as the terms of those services.
Review loan agreements to ensure that they are complete and accurate according to policy.
Approve loans within specified limits, and refer loan applications outside those limits to management for approval.
Handle customer complaints and take appropriate action to resolve them.
Review and update credit and loan files.
Compute payment schedules
Work with clients to identify their financial goals and to find ways of reaching those goals.

Education