Samantha Panizo Baiocchi
Ashburn
Summary
Legal professional with over seven years of experience supporting attorneys and legal teams across litigation, compliance, criminal, immigration, and administrative law. Skilled in legal research, legal writing, legal analysis, litigation support, document review, regulatory compliance, contract review, and case management. Proven ability to draft legal documents, manage complex case files, analyze legal records, coordinate attorney workflows, and meet competing deadlines in fast-paced legal environments. Recognized for exceptional attention to detail, sound judgment, and the ability to manage multiple priorities while maintaining accuracy and confidentiality. Bilingual in English and Spanish.
Overview
1
1
Certification
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Paralegal
Liberty Legal LLC
Leesburg, VA
05.2025 - Current
- Draft legal motions, affidavits, pleadings, and attorney correspondence.
- Conduct legal research to support case preparation and legal analysis.
- Prepare legal filings, briefs, exhibits, and supporting documentation.
- Review legal documents for accuracy, completeness, and compliance.
- Manage a high-volume caseload while meeting strict filing deadlines.
- Analyze case records and supporting evidence for attorney review.
- Draft responses to Requests for Evidence (RFEs) and Notices of Intent to Deny (NOIDs).
- Maintain organized electronic case files and legal records.
Paralegal
Bazzi Immigration Law, PLLC
Vienna, VA
07.2024 - 04.2025
- Supervised daily operations of the paralegal team.
- Reviewed legal documents for quality, accuracy, and compliance.
- Prepared legal filings, briefs, and supporting documentation.
- Organized attorney files, exhibits, and case materials.
- Managed legal deadlines and workflow priorities.
- Trained and mentored new paralegals.
- Improved legal workflows and office efficiency.
- Ensured compliance with firm policies and legal procedures.
Contract Paralegal
Alcantara Law, LLC
Arlington, VA
03.2024 - 07.2024
- Conducted legal research and regulatory compliance reviews.
- Reviewed contracts and legal documents for compliance.
- Performed compliance audits and risk assessments.
- Drafted compliance reports and policy updates.
- Maintained regulatory records and documentation.
- Assisted with regulatory filings and submissions.
- Supported internal compliance investigations.
- Provided compliance guidance to staff.
Case Manager / Paralegal
Law Offices of Robert K. Lacy
Fairfax, VA
10.2022 - 05.2024
- Managed complex legal matters from intake through case resolution.
- Drafted motions, briefs, and legal correspondence.
- Prepared trial exhibits, case files, and supporting documentation.
- Conducted client interviews and gathered case evidence.
- Assisted attorneys with litigation strategy and trial preparation.
- Maintained accurate legal records and case management systems.
District Attorney Paralegal Intern
Bedford County Courthouse
Bedford, PA
05.2022 - 09.2022
- Filed pleadings and court documents.
- Conducted legal research using Westlaw and LexisNexis.
- Reviewed discovery materials, legal records, and contracts.
- Organized trial exhibits and supporting evidence.
- Assisted attorneys during trial preparation.
- Interviewed clients and witnesses.
Remote Paralegal / Case Manager
Cofman & Bolourtchi LLC
St Louis, MO
09.2021 - 02.2022
- Managed legal case files and client records.
- Drafted legal correspondence and affidavits.
- Coordinated legal document collection and case preparation.
- Reviewed legal documentation for accuracy.
- Communicated with clients throughout legal proceedings.
Paralegal
Calderon Seguin
Fairfax, VA
03.2020 - 07.2020
- Drafted legal correspondence and client communications.
- Prepared legal documents and supporting evidence.
- Reviewed legal records for accuracy and completeness.
- Assisted attorneys with case preparation.
Contract Criminal Paralegal
First Point Law Group
Fairfax, VA
09.2019 - 02.2020
- Filed pleadings and court documents.
- Conducted legal research using Westlaw and LexisNexis.
- Reviewed discovery materials and legal records.
- Organized trial exhibits and supporting documentation.
- Assisted attorneys with criminal litigation and trial preparation.
Administrative Assistant
Berry Appleman & Leiden
McLean, VA
09.2018 - 09.2019
- Maintained confidential legal records and documentation.
- Coordinated attorney schedules and legal communications.
- Managed electronic and physical document management systems.
- Supported legal operations and administrative functions.
Education
Graduate Certificate - Paralegal Studies
George Washington University
Washington, DC08-2026
Master of Science - Criminal Justice
Southern New Hampshire University
Hooksett, NH08-2020
Bachelor of Science - Criminology Law And Society
George Mason University
Fairfax, VA05-2019
Skills
- Legal Research
- Legal Writing
- Legal Analysis
- Contract Review
- Litigation Support
- Regulatory Compliance
- Document Review
- Evidence Management
- Legal software proficiency
- Bluebook Citation
- Table of Contents Preparation
- Bilingual (English & Spanish)
Certification
Criminal Investigation – Purdue Global University
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Paralegal
Liberty Legal LLC
05.2025 - Current
Paralegal
Bazzi Immigration Law, PLLC
07.2024 - 04.2025
Contract Paralegal
Alcantara Law, LLC
03.2024 - 07.2024
Case Manager / Paralegal
Law Offices of Robert K. Lacy
10.2022 - 05.2024
District Attorney Paralegal Intern
Bedford County Courthouse
05.2022 - 09.2022
Remote Paralegal / Case Manager
Cofman & Bolourtchi LLC
09.2021 - 02.2022
Paralegal
Calderon Seguin
03.2020 - 07.2020
Contract Criminal Paralegal
First Point Law Group
09.2019 - 02.2020
Administrative Assistant
Berry Appleman & Leiden
09.2018 - 09.2019
Graduate Certificate - Paralegal Studies
George Washington University
Master of Science - Criminal Justice
Southern New Hampshire University
Bachelor of Science - Criminology Law And Society
George Mason University