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Legal Secretary resume example with 17+ years of experience

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Jessica Claire
, , 100 Montgomery St. 10th Floor (555) 432-1000, resumesample@example.com
Summary

Diligent legal professional skilled in fulfilling legal research needs and providing expert case management support. Experience in both corporate and environmental law office environments. Analytical Legal Secretary adept at problem solving and focusing on viable solutions. Possessing advanced knowledge of state and federal court filing rules and procedures. Organized Legal Secretary adept at managing multiple high priority tasks. Expert in preparing legal documents such as briefs, motions and subpoenas. Legal Secretary effective at taking on large and small tasks with little guidance or outside help. Successfully applies excellent time management skills and expert knowledge of legal procedures. Legal Secretary able to thrive in a professional business environment. Driven to maintain ethical standards while providing top-notch assistance to attorneys and clients. Reliable Legal Secretary successful at maintaining complex docket systems, tracking deadlines and coordinating depositions. [Area of study] student with background in [Area of expertise]. Strong technical proficiency with work history in [Area of expertise]. In-depth knowledge of [Software] coupled with [Task] and [Task] abilities. Proven history of [Skill] and [Skill]. Ambitious student pursuing [Area of study] degree eager to contribute developed knowledge in [Job Title] role. Skilled in [Skill] and [Skill] in [Type] settings. Adaptable and driven with strong work ethic and ability to thrive in team-based or individually motivated settings. [Job Title] with demonstrated command of [Area of expertise]. [Type] expert with developed aptitude for [Skill] and [Skill]. Multilingual and fluent in [Language] and [Language], offering solid comprehension of cultural diversity. [Job Title] with talent for [Task] and [Task]. Strong knowledge of [Area of expertise] and [Area of expertise]. Communicative and team-oriented with proficiency in [Software]. Proven history of fostering [Action] to meet team, individual and management objectives. Results-focused [Industry] professional with strength in [Skill], [Task] and [Task]. Proactive leader with strengths in communication and collaboration. Proficient in leveraging [Area of expertise] and [Area of expertise] knowledge to promote [Result]. Adept at managing concurrent objectives to promote efficiency and influence positive outcomes. Hardworking and reliable [Job Title] with strong ability in [Task] and [Task]. Offering [Skill], [Skill] and [Skill]. Highly organized, proactive and punctual with team-oriented mentality.

Skills
  • Drafting legal documents
  • MS Office proficient
  • Exceptional communication skills
  • Legal documentation and reporting
  • Appointment setting
  • Clerical
  • Critical thinking
  • Data management
Experience
01/2020 to Current Legal Secretary Dechert Llp | Charlotte, NC,
  • Organized and prioritized case loads of [Number] attorneys.
  • Created and tracked all expenses and client account codes using [Software Program].
  • Mailed and arranged for delivery of legal correspondence to clients, witnesses and court officials.
  • Stayed within travel and expense budgets while scheduling attorneys' travel arrangements.
  • Revised and maintained master calendar for client appointments.
  • Docketed orders and depositions for [Number] attorneys.
  • Assisted in preparation of engagement letters.
  • Proofed documents and submitted to attorneys for review.
  • Composed and revised legal documents, including letters, depositions and court documents.
  • Coordinated and scheduled meetings and telephone conferences.
  • Opened new client files and new matters in CMS.
  • Composed and revised legal documents such as letters and depositions.
06/2015 to 02/2016 Litigation Legal Secretary Aaa Southern New England | Orlando, FL,
  • Revised and maintained master calendar for client appointments.
  • Processed and distributed invoices to bill clients.
  • Created and tracked all expenses and client account codes using [Software Program].
  • Leveraged [software] to input and compile data gathered from various sources.
  • Worked successfully with diverse group of coworkers to accomplish goals and address issues related to our products and services.
03/1999 to 07/2014 Litigation Legal Secretary Aaa Southern New England | Petoskey, MI,
  • Revised and maintained master calendar for client appointments.
  • Mailed and arranged for delivery of legal correspondence to clients, witnesses and court officials.
  • Acted as liaison between clients, vendors and attorneys.
  • Processed and distributed invoices to bill clients.
  • Stayed within travel and expense budgets while scheduling attorneys' travel arrangements.
  • Created and tracked all expenses and client account codes using [Software Program].
  • Docketed orders and depositions for [Number] attorneys.
  • Worked successfully with diverse group of coworkers to accomplish goals and address issues related to our products and services.
Education and Training
Expected in 05/2021 BBA | General Business University Of Georgia, Athens, GA, GPA:
Expected in Certification | Paralegal Studies American Institute Of Paralegal Studies, Georgia, GPA:

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Resume Overview

School Attended

  • University Of Georgia
  • American Institute Of Paralegal Studies

Job Titles Held:

  • Legal Secretary
  • Litigation Legal Secretary
  • Litigation Legal Secretary

Degrees

  • BBA
  • Certification

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