legal assistant resume example with 3+ years of experience
JessicaClaire
, , 100 Montgomery St. 10th Floor(555) 432-1000, resumesample@example.com
Summary
Highly competent Legal Assistant continuously researches and learns new techniques to improve efficiency and efficacy of legal cases. Proficient in use of email, web browsers, billing software. Typing speed of 50 wpm with high rate of accuracy. Self-motivated Legal Assistant facilitates law office efficiency and effective case management. Offers broad spectrum of legal services under supervision of attorney. Manages highly confidential information with professionalism and integrity. Focused and dedicated Legal Assistant with exceptional work ethic and proven strengths in legal case management support. Strong multitasker skilled at managing high-volume, complex caseloads while consistently meeting deadlines. Persistent and resourceful problem solver with excellent research and communication skills.
Skills
Office management
Daily docket reports
MS Office proficient
Customer relationship management
Document control support
Legal research and writing
Database management
Experience
07/2020 to CurrentLegal AssistantManley Deas Kochalski Llc | Indianapolis, IN,
Organized exhibits for trial, preparing materials and supporting documentation for easy display and admittance.
Filed pleadings and required paperwork with court clerk according to strict deadlines.
Produced well-researched and articulate legal briefs, pleadings and statements.
Knowledgeable dealing with pleadings, affidavits, motions and exhibit preparation.
Maintained knowledge on case status, reviewing relevant records and reporting back to clients.
Assisted attorneys during court proceedings.
Handled all telephone calls, meeting plans and conference organization requirements.
Drafted legal complaints, summons and interrogatories.
Handled clerical needs with more than 3 attorneys and staff.
Fostered positive public attitudes towards firm by engaging in community outreach.
Efficiently managed office scheduling and kept accurate notes on deadlines, motions and other dates.
Oversaw legal team appointments, hearing and depositions schedules.
Mailed and arranged for delivery of legal correspondence to clients, witnesses and court officials.
Performed intake and conducted client interviews, providing documents in both English and Spanish.
Participated in client interviews, observed questioning process and took notes to document information.
Gathered and organized documentation for legal briefs, responses to opposing counsel, motions and trial evidence.
01/2020 to 07/2020Administrative AssistantWastequip | Salisbury, NC,
Managed scheduling for staff, monitoring resource allocation to provide optimal coverage and service.
Directed customer communication to appropriate department personnel and offered information to resolve inquiries, boosting customer satisfaction.
Handled management of communication to executives by taking and making telephone calls, reviewing and prioritizing mail and composing and typing correspondence.
Maintained inventory in administrative building supply closet to prevent shortages of supplies.
Verified operation of office equipment by completing preventive maintenance requirements and calling for repairs.
Coordinated project materials by managing physical and digital files, monitoring spreadsheets and updating reports.
Collected, calculated and reported on expenditure and statistical data to inform senior management.
Organized and maintained filing and document management systems by coordinating, archiving and purging files.
Greeted visitors or callers daily to handle inquiries or direct to appropriate persons.
08/2017 to 12/2019Restaurant ServerCelebration Hotel Ltd | Minneapolis, MN,
Promoted desserts, appetizers and specialty drinks to optimize sales.
Completed closing duties by emptying trash, safeguarding alcohol and polishing silverware.
Arranged place settings with fresh tablecloths, tableware and flowers to beautify table.
Collaborated with host, bus person and cook to serve up food and beverage options.
Assisted customers in selecting appetizers, entrees and desserts and recommended alternative items for food allergies and gluten intolerances.
Educated guests on daily specials and appetizers, entrees, desserts and other menu items.
Greeted customers, answered questions and recommended specials, wine and desserts to increase profits.
Maintained knowledge of menu items, garnishes, ingredients and preparation methods to assist guests with menu selection.
Greeted newly seated guests quickly and efficiently.
Processed customers' payments and provided receipts.
Operated and maintained cleaning equipment and tools, including dishwasher, hand wash stations, pot-scrubbing station and trash compactor.
Washed buffet, restaurant and banquet items, including silverware, dishes, cooking utensils, equipment and displays.
Designed custom private function and banquet packages for business dinners, sales presentations, club meetings, weddings and charity events.
Served plated dinners, buffet-style dinners and passed hors d'oeuvres for parties.
Answered phone inquiries to schedule and confirm reservations, record takeout orders and respond to service questions.
Assisted kitchen staff with food counts by determining number of items required for complete service.
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.
Education and Training
Expected in to to | Medicinal And Pharmaceutical ChemistryUNAH, Honduras, GPA:
Accomplishments
Consistently maintained high customer satisfaction ratings.
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