Maressa Knöner
London
Summary
Articulate language student seeking professional experience in interpreting services to enhance fluency and knowledge. Compassionate professional skilled in facilitating clear and meaningful communication across diverse groups. Enhanced community relations by bridging language gaps, leading to improved access to essential services. Highly respected for cultural sensitivity and ability to handle complex situations with tact and professionalism.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
7
7
years of post-secondary education
Work history
Appeal Judge Assistant
Court of Appeal
Cuiabá, Mato Grosso, Brazil
03.2014 - 04.2024
- Interpreted laws and regulations to provide accurate rulings.
- Generated written materials with meticulous attention to grammar and spelling.
- Demonstrated adaptability by taking on ad-hoc tasks.
- Maintained digital database, enhancing ease of access to information.
- Upheld the highest ethical standards whilst adjudicating cases.
Office Assistant
Public Accounts Committee
Cuiabá, Mato Grosso, Brazil
05.2013 - 03.2014
- Bridged language gaps during diplomatic events, promoting smoother international relations.
- Created weekly and monthly reports and presentations, enabling improved operational analysis.
- Expedited document processing to enhance office productivity.
- Enhanced communication for better team coordination by answering calls and emails promptly.
- Created weekly and monthly reports and presentations, enabling improved operational analysis.
Office Assistant
Police Station Specialized in Financial Crimes
Cuiabá, Mato Grosso, Brazil
01.2012 - 03.2013
- Gathered information, created charts and produced reports for staff.
- Entered handwritten data into computers for easy retrieval, often from audio recordings.
- Handled confidential documents discretely, upholding company policy and confidentiality codes at all times.
- Exercised discretion and judgment when applying laws, resulting in fair outcomes.
- Prepared detailed case reports for use in court proceedings.
Solicitor
Self-employed
Cuiabá, Mato Grosso, Brazil
12.2010 - 01.2012
- Demonstrated excellent communication skills whilst explaining complex legal terms to clients.
- Assisted in the preparation of legal documents for successful court hearings.
- Liaised with clients to understand their legal needs, providing tailored advice accordingly.
- Drafted legal arguments to gain mastery of case strategy and support attorney litigation.
- Conducted legal research and drafted official documentation.
Education
NVQ Level 3 - Portuguese Community Interpreting
DPSI Online
City of London 05.2025 - 07.2025
Postgraduation - Civil Procedure, theory and practice
Law School of Brazilian Crown Prosecution
Cuiabá, Mato Grosso, Brazil 01.2019 - 10.2020
Bachelor of Law -
Federal University of Mato Grosso
Brazil 01.2006 - 12.2010
Skills
- Adaptability to various settings
- Accuracy in transcribing
- Communication excellence
- Linguistic cultural references understanding
- Legal translation knowledge
- Resilience amidst controversies
- Ethical integrity
Languages
Portuguese
Native
English
Advanced
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
NVQ Level 3 - Portuguese Community Interpreting
DPSI Online
05.2025 - 07.2025
Postgraduation - Civil Procedure, theory and practice
Law School of Brazilian Crown Prosecution
01.2019 - 10.2020
Appeal Judge Assistant
Court of Appeal
03.2014 - 04.2024
Office Assistant
Public Accounts Committee
05.2013 - 03.2014
Office Assistant
Police Station Specialized in Financial Crimes
01.2012 - 03.2013
Solicitor
Self-employed
12.2010 - 01.2012
Bachelor of Law -
Federal University of Mato Grosso
01.2006 - 12.2010
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