La Tia Poisson
Legal Assistant / Office Coordinator
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Experienced administrative and legal support professional with a strong background in office operations, scheduling coordination, client communication, and high-volume workflow management. Skilled in calendar management, document preparation, compliance-focused administrative support, and maintaining professionalism in fast-paced environments. Recognized for strong organizational abilities, adaptability, attention to detail, and the ability to manage sensitive information with discretion and accuracy.
Seeking a paralegal, administrative, operations, or office support position where I can contribute strong communication, coordination, and organizational skills.
Experience
Paralegal (Contract) at DASPIT LAW FIRM (2026-03 – 2026-05) • Served as overflow support during a large-scale project conducted for Texas Brain Institute within a fast-paced personal injury litigation environment.
- Coordinated and scheduled depositions, mediations, hearings, and client appointments for attorneys.
- Maintained attorneys' litigation calendars and personal schedules to ensure organization and deadline compliance.
- Drafted Supplemental Disclosures, Petitions, and Docket Control Orders in accordance with court procedures and litigation deadlines.
- Communicated professionally with clients, opposing counsel, court staff, and third-party vendors regarding scheduling and case matters.
- Assisted with electronic filing, document management, and maintaining organized digital case files.
- Monitored deadlines and supported attorneys with day-to-day legal and administrative responsibilities in a high-volume practice. Paralegal at SOSA FAMILY LAW PLLC (2025-10 – 2026-02) • Managed family law case files and maintained organized electronic documentation in a fast-paced legal environment.
- Coordinated court filings, scheduling, and procedural deadline tracking to ensure compliance with court requirements.
- Communicated with courts, opposing counsel, and clients regarding procedural matters, scheduling, and documentation.
- Assisted with preparation and filing of legal forms, pleadings, and supporting documentation.
- Maintained calendars for hearings, mediations, and court-related deadlines.
- Supported attorneys through administrative coordination and detailed case management.
Legal
Assistant / Receptionist at CLOUTHIER LAW PLLC (2024-09 – 2025-04) • Supported attorneys and senior paralegals within an appellate law firm specializing in criminal law matters.
- Managed front-desk operations while coordinating attorney calendars, scheduling, and office communications.
- Assisted with preparation and organization of appellate filings and legal documentation.
- Communicated professionally with court personnel, clients, and families regarding case updates and procedural matters.
- Maintained confidential files and ensured organized recordkeeping within a high-volume office setting.
- Demonstrated professionalism, discretion, and strong organizational skills while balancing multiple responsibilities simultaneously.
Express Claims
Adjuster at AIG CLAIMS (2021-11 – 2024-09) • Managed a high volume of AMEX cell phone and travel claims while ensuring compliance with policy requirements and company procedures.
- Reviewed documentation, verified information, and made claim determinations with accuracy and attention to detail.
- Provided professional customer support while handling sensitive and time-sensitive matters.
- Collaborated with multiple departments to resolve escalated issues and improve workflow efficiency.
- Assisted with onboarding and training new team members regarding compliance standards and operational procedures.
- Maintained detailed documentation and case records in accordance with company policies.
Service
Rep at AMERICAN GENERAL LIFE INSURANCE (2020-10 – 2021-11) • Assisted customers with policy inquiries, documentation requests, account updates, and payment processing.
- Maintained accurate documentation of customer interactions and case updates.
- Handled high call volumes while maintaining professionalism and customer service standards.
- Coordinated with cross-functional teams to resolve customer concerns efficiently.
- Demonstrated strong communication and problem-solving skills within a regulated environment.
Senior
Processor at ALLIANCE DATA CARD SERVICES (2017-06 – 2020-08) • Processed lockbox payments and prepared account documentation with accuracy and efficiency.
- Troubleshot transaction inconsistencies and collaborated with management to resolve operational issues.
- Promoted into Quality Assurance responsibilities involving production tracking, quality reviews, and system updates.
- Assisted with production reporting and workflow coordination as Assistant Statistician.
- Demonstrated adaptability, analytical skills, and attention to detail in a fast-paced operational environment.
Education
Certificate in Paralegal Studies – RICE UNIVERSITY (2024-04 – 2024-08)
Degree in Vocal Performance Major with a Minor in Criminal Justice – ST. CLOUD STATE UNIVERSITY (2009-01 – 2011-05)
Degree in Vocal Performance Major – INDIANA STATE UNIVERSITY (2007-08 – 2007-12)


