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Sina Abbott

Brookline

Summary

Detail-oriented and driven attorney recently admitted to the bar with hands-on legal experience through internships in personal injury, family, and real estate law. Skilled in legal research, drafting pleadings and motions, reviewing contracts and discovery materials, and supporting trial preparation. Demonstrated ability to manage multiple cases in fast-paced environments while maintaining client-focused advocacy. Eager to contribute strong analytical, writing, and case management skills to a dynamic legal team.

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Legal Assistant

Paul E Piazza Law Office
06.2023 - Current
  • Remote work
  • Assisted in drafting Wills and Trusts
  • Managed confidential client documentation, ensuring accurate preparation and filing of legal documents including wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and health care directives.
  • Conducted legal research and compiled findings to support case preparation and strategy, focusing on state-specific estate laws and tax implications.
  • Served as a primary point of contact for clients, providing empathetic communication and handling sensitive information with discretion, thereby maintaining trust and confidentiality.

Legal Intern

Silva & Salinas LLC
07.2024 - 12.2024
  • Assisted attorneys with a broad range of family law matters, including divorce, child custody, and support disputes
  • Drafted pleadings, motions, and discovery requests under attorney supervision
  • Attended court hearings and client meetings, gaining firsthand experience in case strategy and courtroom procedure
  • Conducted legal research and prepared case summaries for use in litigation and negotiation
  • Communicated directly with clients, helping gather facts, explain legal processes, and provide updates on case progress
  • Managed case files efficiently, ensuring easy accessibility for attorneys when needed.
  • Organized legal filing system to maximize efficiency.
  • Reviewed legal information and proofed documentation for errors.

Legal Assistant

Gens & Stanton P.C.
12.2022 - 12.2023
  • Prepared and filed basic motions for cases.
  • Kept up with case deadlines by monitoring timelines and coordinating smooth records processing.
  • Conducted legal research and gathered pertinent legal information.
  • Supported contract administration with document scanning, client updates, and data management.
  • Managed large volumes of hard and soft copy documents and files.
  • Utilized legal database systems like Westlaw or LexisNexis for efficient research purposes.
  • Conducted research on case law and regulations relevant to ongoing cases.
  • Attended court proceedings when requested to provide support to attorneys during trials or hearings.
  • Prepared and filed legal documents, including pleadings, motions, and briefs.

Licensed Real Estate Salesperson

29 Realty Group
02.2022 - Current
  • Managed contracts, negotiations, and all aspects of sales to finalize purchases and exceed customer expectations
  • Negotiated, facilitated, and managed real estate transactions
  • Communicated with clients to understand property needs and preferences
  • Maintained connections with clients to encourage repeat business and referrals.

Office Administrator

Roya S. Abbott Dmd
06.2018 - 08.2023
  • Interacted with customers by phone, email, or in-person to provide information
  • Answered multi-line phone system, routing calls, delivered messages to staff, and greeting visitors
  • Maintained electronic and paper filing systems for easy retrieval of information
  • Coordinated communications, financial processing, registration, recordkeeping, and other administrative functions.

Licensed Real Estate Salesperson

MDM Realty Inc.
08.2020 - 01.2022
  • Part-time, Remote

Education

Juris Doctor (J.D.) -

Massachusetts School of Law
12.2024

Bachelor of Arts - Economics

University of Massachusetts - Lowell
05.2020

High School Diploma -

Saint Johns High School
05.2016

Skills

  • Case management support
  • Legal Research
  • Case Management
  • Task Prioritization
  • Document Drafting
  • Client Support
  • Legal Writing
  • Schedule Coordination
  • LexisNexis

Certification

Licensed Attorney in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts.


Real Estate Salesperson License-MA.

Timeline

Legal Intern

Silva & Salinas LLC
07.2024 - 12.2024

Legal Assistant

Paul E Piazza Law Office
06.2023 - Current

Legal Assistant

Gens & Stanton P.C.
12.2022 - 12.2023

Licensed Real Estate Salesperson

29 Realty Group
02.2022 - Current

Licensed Real Estate Salesperson

MDM Realty Inc.
08.2020 - 01.2022

Office Administrator

Roya S. Abbott Dmd
06.2018 - 08.2023

Bachelor of Arts - Economics

University of Massachusetts - Lowell

High School Diploma -

Saint Johns High School

Juris Doctor (J.D.) -

Massachusetts School of Law
Sina Abbott