Legal Assistant Resume Example Ascensus

LEGAL ASSISTANT

Summary

Skills

MS Office proficient
Office management
Order and request filing
Criminal law familiarity
Daily docket reports
Legal research and writing
Case management
Database management
Risk management
Conflict mediation

Strong leadership
Time management
Time prioritization
Customer experience
Tutoring experience
Managerial experience
Leadership experience
Filing experience
Marketing and experience

Experience

Legal Assistant06/2019 to CurrentAscensusPhoenix , AZ

Researched cases and attained affidavits to support supervisors and case needs.
Efficiently managed office scheduling and kept accurate notes on deadlines, motions and other dates.
Gathered and organized pre-trial discovery, records and evidence, including witness interviews.
Handled clerical needs of an independent and busy attorney wherein I am the only employee/staff member.
Organized exhibits for trial, preparing materials and supporting documentation for easy display and admittance.
***Met with clients to research cases, collect data, prepare settlement packages and interpret information for daily report generation.
Remained highly organized and detail-oriented while working on several cases simultaneously.
Participated in client interviews, observed questioning process and took notes to document information.
Collected data to prepare and draft settlement packages for clients.
Drafted new legislation using MS Word.
Assisted attorneys during court proceedings.
Gathered and organized documentation for legal briefs, responses to opposing counsel, motions and trial evidence.
Submitted electronic filings and organized court materials, schedules and actions.
Drafted various court documents, invoices and enclosures at attorneys' request.
Knowledgeable with pleadings, affidavits, motions and exhibit preparation.
***Drafted wide breadth of legal documents, including interrogatories, admissions requests and examination materials.
***Filed pleadings and required paperwork with court clerk (and e-file) according to strict deadlines.
***Met with clients and other legal professionals to discuss case details.
***Received promotion from simple Law Clerk to Legal Assistant position based on dedicated work ethic and legal acumen.
***Aided senior leadership during executive decision-making process. (jury selection)
Prepared thorough, accurate and well-edited documents for cases, client communication and internal needs.
Maintained knowledge on case status, reviewing relevant records and reporting these updates back to my attorney.
Engaged customers and provided high level of service by carefully explaining details about documents.

Marketing and Research Assistant 04/2018 to 06/2019Bgc PartnersHouston , TX

***Handled all delegated tasks, including [Task] and [Task].
***Completed [Type] project resulting in [Result].
***Learned [Task] and [Task] to support office needs.
***Utilized [Type of Software] to compile data gathered from various sources.
Worked closely with team members to deliver project requirements, develop solutions and meet deadlines.
***Collaborated in development of [Type] procedures.
Earned reputation for good attendance and hard work.
Assisted in developing marketing material for properties.
Actively follow-up with prospects and hot leads.
***Promoted property sales through advertisements, open houses and participation in multiple listing services.
***Maintained database of prospective customers.
Wrote contract documents, purchase agreements and closing statements.
***Advertised properties to general public via networking, brochures, ads and multiple listing services to maximize exposure.
***Generated lists of for-sale properties.
***Gathered, distributed and maintained all materials for marketing plans.
***Reviewed sales strategies and marketing plans to optimize strategies and enhance [Type] results.

Manager/Bartender/Server Captain02/2015 to 08/2018Npc InternationalIdaho Falls , ID

Conducted inventory counts by assessing current state of inventory integrity against target accuracy levels and tracking variances.
Collaborated with staff to maximize customer satisfaction, streamline procedures and improve bottom-line profitability.
Increased safety awareness among employees, resulting in zero injuries.
Evaluated operational trends and made proactive strategy adjustments to maintain alignment between performance and objectives.
Implemented merchandising plans to drive profitability, collaborating with visual merchandising team to develop strategies.
Opened and closed store by processing daily paperwork, balancing register drawers, producing staffing schedules and preparing deposits.
Greeted and encouraged feedback from customers, using feedback to implement positive changes within store.
Trained current employees on additional job positions to maintain coverage of roles at all times.
Educated guests on daily specials and menu offerings such as appetizers, entrees and desserts.
Operated POS terminals to input orders, split bills and calculate totals.
Satisfied customers by keeping drinks topped off and anticipating needs such as condiments and extra napkins.
Assisted individuals in selecting meal options, including entrees and desserts and recommended alternative items for those with food allergies and gluten intolerances.
Opened and closed store by processing daily paperwork, balancing register drawers, producing staffing schedules and preparing deposits.
Partnered with team members to efficiently serve food and beverages.
Restocked nonperishables and other items, including condiments and napkins from inventory to keep pantry well-supplied.
Checked patrons' identification to monitor minimum age requirements for consumption of alcoholic beverages.
Completed opening and closing checklists by emptying trash, safeguarding alcohol and polishing silverware.
Requested photo identification from patrons ordering alcoholic beverages to verify legal age of consumption.
Prepared both alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages as specified by patrons, consistently delivering to tables or bar without spillage.
Communicated with event coordinators to verify appropriate and adequate accommodations for larger parties.
Communicated effectively with patrons to establish preferences and dietary restrictions and make food and beverage recommendations.
Presented patrons with menus and specials promptly after seating, following up to address questions before taking orders.
Processed customers' payments and provided receipts.
Updated repeat customers on menu changes and new food and beverage offerings to maintain quality service relationships.
Attended to new customers quickly to inquire about drinks and start off dining experience with prompt beverage service.
Addressed concerns or complaints quickly to improve service and escalated more advanced issues to management for resolution.
Applied safe food handling and optimal cleaning strategies to protect customers from foodborne illness and maintain proper sanitation.
Checked on guests to verify satisfaction with meals and suggested additional items to increase restaurant sales.
Operated and maintained cleaning equipment and tools, including dishwasher, hand wash stations, pot-scrubbing station and trash compactor.
Maintained polite and professional demeanor to patrons to encourage inquiries and order placements.
Maintained knowledge of menu items, garnishes, ingredients and preparation methods to assist guests with menu selection.
Carefully transferred orders from kitchen and bar areas to tables and cleared plates as patrons finished food and beverage items.
Answered phone inquiries to schedule and confirm reservations, record takeout orders and respond to service questions.
Explained menu options to guests, offered suggestions and took orders for food and beverages.
Sent orders to kitchen staff by POS System.
Calculated charges, issued table checks and collected payments from customers.
Assisted kitchen staff with food counts by determining number of items required for complete service.

Team Member10/2016 to 12/2016Moe's Southwest GrillCity , STATE

Upheld high standards of productivity and quality in all areas of operations.
Maintained consistent quality and high accuracy when preparing identical dishes every day.
Kept stations stocked and ready for use to maximize productivity.
Modified standard recipes to account for ingredient issues or customer requests, including allergen concerns.
Maintained hygienic kitchen by regularly mopping, disinfecting workspace and washing all utensils and glassware.
Washed and peeled ingredients to prepare for use in different meals and recipes.
***Placed frequently used food such as [Type] and [Type] in proper storage containers and placed perishable items in refrigerator.
Sanitized food preparation areas, grills and equipment to avoid cross-contamination from raw items.
***Set up and performed initial prep work for food items such as soups, sauces and salads.
Precooked certain items during slow periods to reduce wait times at lunch and dinner rush.
Restocked all food items throughout shift to guarantee cooks had all necessary ingredients needed for service.
***Precooked garnishes such as bacon pieces for later use to top off fresh dishes.
***Marinated food items according to corporate-provided instructions and recipes.
Recorded and reported status of various ingredient stock levels to notify manager to reorder products.
Operated all kitchen equipment safely to avoid injuries.
Helped customers find specific products, answered questions and offered advice.

Education and Training

Bachelor of Science: Political Science And GovernmentExpected in 12/2020Sam Houston State UniversityCity, State

Double Minor in Legal and Communication Studies.
Member of College Republicans, Pre-Law Society, Kats For The Kids, Intrafraternal Council, Agriculture Business Club, Marketing Club, and Theta Chi Fraternity.
Dean's List Honoree Fall 2018, Spring 2019, and Fall 2020
3.36 Cumulative GPA; 3.95 Major and Minor GPA

Some College (No Degree)Central Texas Community College City

Took extensive amounts of course loads of 22 hours from Summer 2017 to Summer 2018

High School Diploma06/2016Belton High SchoolCity, State

Resume Overview

School Attended

Sam Houston State University
Central Texas Community College
Belton High School

Job Titles Held:

Legal Assistant
Marketing and Research Assistant
Manager/Bartender/Server Captain
Team Member

Degrees

Bachelor of Science : Political Science And Government Expected in 12/2020
Some College (No Degree)
High School Diploma 06/2016

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