With over 23 years of experience in the legal field, Gladis brings a wealth of knowledge and a high level of expertise to her role as a paralegal. She began her legal career in 2002 as a receptionist, quickly advancing to a Paralegal and Office Manager position for the Law Offices of Michael F. Coley, where she focused on complex medical malpractice and general personal injury cases. Gladis’ ability to rapidly learn and excel in the fast-paced legal environment paved the way for her continued professional growth.
Gladis holds a Bachelor of Science in Paralegal Studies, graduating with honors. Her academic foundation, coupled with years of hands-on experience, provided her with a thorough understanding of legal research, courtroom procedures, legal ethics, and procedural rules across multiple jurisdictions in both State and Federal Courts.
In 2007, Gladis joined the Law Offices of Charles D. Naylor, where she quickly became an integral part of the team, specializing in maritime law, admiralty law, and Jones Act cases. By 2016, she was promoted to Paralegal Supervisor, overseeing a diverse caseload of complex civil litigation cases, including catastrophic injuries, boating accidents, slip/trip & fall accident aboard vessels, DOHSA cases, auto accidents and premise liability cases. Her unparalleled attention to detail and ability to manage high-stakes litigation cases resulted in improved efficiency and successful outcomes for our clients.
Over the years, Gladis expanded her expertise at two other prominent firms, where she handled a wide range of cases, including auto accidents, pedestrian accidents, truck accidents, premise liability and dog bite claims. This experience further strengthened her skills in personal injury law and provided her with a comprehensive understanding of various practice areas.
As a paralegal, Gladis consistently played a key role in trial preparation, ensuring that every aspect of the case was thoroughly organized and ready for court. Her skills in preparing and filing legal documents in strict compliance with local, state, and federal rules, along with her ability to navigate the intricacies of highly specialized areas of law, have earned her recognition as a highly valued asset to law firms.
Throughout her career, Gladis has worked with multiple leading law firms, handling high-profile cases with a focus on personal injury law, maritime law, and catastrophic injury cases, bringing an unmatched level of dedication and proficiency to each matter she works on. Clients and attorneys alike praise her for her meticulous approach, strong work ethic, and commitment to achieving the best possible outcomes.
