Kelly Mahaney

About

I am an experienced legal professional with a strong background in case management, document analysis, and trial preparation, complemented by extensive experience in hospitality, event production, and client services. With a track record spanning over 10 years across law, operations, and events, I excel at managing complex calendars, coordinating cross-functional teams, and delivering polished trial materials. Currently Senior Legal Assistant at Tarnovsky Law, I help streamline case management and drive efficient preparation for trials; previously I supported Bernstein | Polsky with in-depth legal research and client communications. My broad experience in event coordination and customer service underpins a client-focused, detail-oriented approach to all assignments.

Experience

• Senior Legal Assistant · Tarnovsky Law10-01-2022 – 11-01-2023

  Streamline Case Management Process: Implementing a comprehensive case management system to improve efficiency and organization within the legal team. Developing standardized procedures for document intake, tracking, and retrieval, resulting in increased overall client satisfaction.\n\nConduct In-Depth Legal Document Analysis: Demonstrate exceptional analytical skills by meticulously reviewing and analyzing complex legal documents, including contracts, pleadings, and discovery materials. Successfully identify key legal issues, inconsistencies, and potential risks, providing valuable insights to attorneys and contributing to successful case outcomes.\n\nInstrumental in Trial Preparation: Play a pivotal role in trial preparation by overseeing the creation of trial notebooks, exhibits, and witness files. Conduct extensive legal research to support case strategies. Collaborate closely with attorneys, expert witnesses, and support staff, ensuring all trial materials are meticulously organized and readily accessible during proceedings. Result in seamless trial presentations and favorable verdicts for clients.

• Virtual Assistant10-01-2021 –
• Hostess | Server | Trainer · Sicilian Oven06-01-2019 –

  Dynamic hospitality role supporting guest experience, staff training, and front-of-house operations.

• Legal Assistant · Bernstein | Polsky09-01-2017 – 10-01-2022

  Managed calendars for three attorneys, prepared legal documents for review and filing, and communicated with clients to provide updates.

• Event Coordinator · Lourdes Milian Productions03-01-2015 – 04-01-2016

  Coordinated wedding events, venues, vendors, and logistical details.

• Manager of Operations and Business Development · Lourdes Milian Productions09-01-2015 – 02-01-2019

  Negotiated contracts, oversaw all event execution aspects, and ensured client satisfaction across multiple events.

• Luggage Support Specialist · Royal Caribbean International03-01-2014 – 03-01-2015

  Handled guest inquiries and claims for luggage, providing resolutions per company policy.

• Customer Service Representative · Royal Caribbean Cruises, Ltd.10-01-2013 – 03-01-2015

  Answered inbound calls, quoted pricing, and maintained reservation histories.

• Operations & Business Development Manager · Lourdes Milian Productions09-01-2013 – 03-01-2017

  Negotiated contracts, oversaw events operations, and supported client satisfaction across multiple productions.

• Research Analyst · AMH Appraisal01-01-2013 – 06-01-2013

  Conducted field research on appraisal subjects and summarized industry articles.

Education

• University of North FloridaBachelor's degree, Marketing
• Cardinal Gibbons High School

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