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LEGAL SECRETARY
Professional Summary

Highly dependable, self-motivated, meticulous individual with 8 years' experience in law office administration and over 10 years' experience in customer service. Adaptable, driven, and always ready to learn. Thrives while working either with a team or independently. Has a flexible schedule and reliable transportation.

Skills
  • Over 10 years experience in Customer service
  • Editing and proofreading
  • Document filing
  • Document management
  • Case Management
  • Legal compliance
  • Product and Service Sales
  • Cash Handling
  • Store Merchandising
  • Product Knowledge
  • Organization
  • Process improvement
  • Stocking and Replenishing
  • Bagging and Packaging
  • Maintaining Store Appearance
  • Currency Sorting
  • Cleanliness
  • Adaptability
  • Computer proficiency
  • Inventory counts
  • MS Office
  • Expert in Bankruptcy Law
  • Efficient multi-tasker
  • Executive Calendars
  • Document preparation
  • National Notary Association
  • Administrative support
  • Accurate Money Handling
  • Guest Services
  • Cash Register Operation
  • Product Location
  • Relationship development
  • Customer assistance
  • Identification Checks
  • Merchandise Restocking
  • Product Restocking
  • Friendly demeanor
  • Checkout consistency
  • Good telephone etiquette
  • Inventory Control
  • Stocking
Work History
05/2011 to 03/2020
Legal SecretaryRichard A. Chapman, PC – Tulsa, OK
  • Handled office scheduling and made notes for deadlines, motions and other important dates.
  • Conferred with clients and other involved parties to gather and track case information.
  • Answered telephone and coordinated meetings and conferences.
  • Kept up-to-date on case progress by frequently reviewing records and reporting findings to clients.
  • Managed accounts and client records of clients, observing confidentiality and extreme discretion.
  • Contacted clients to schedule appointments and discuss progress of cases.
  • Completed electronic filings, initiated billing statements and managed all firm administrative matters.
  • Reviewed, edited and proofread documents for proper grammar, spelling and punctuation.
  • Handled electronic court filings and coordinated court activities.
  • Completed document revisions, court document filings and client billing.
  • Prepared for trials by organizing exhibits and other key evidence.
  • Performed administrative tasks, including revising and finalizing letters, briefs and memos.
  • Reviewed case files and reported case progress to clients.
  • Adhered to privacy laws to avert possible information breaches and protect client data.
  • Filed all court documents and legal pleadings with court clerk on behalf of attorneys.
  • Met all filing deadlines by accurately maintaining hearing calendar for entire office.
  • Wrote, edited and efficiently transmitted correspondence.
  • Analyzed account payment histories.
  • Wrote and filed pleadings with bankruptcy court on schedule to maximize case success.
  • Assisted attorneys in collecting information such as employment, medical and other records.
  • Scheduled and made appointments for the attorney.
  • Diligently edited legal correspondence for grammar and spelling.
  • Filed documents with courts on behalf of attorney.
  • Received and placed telephone calls to clients and prospective clients.
  • Entered new cases into company database.
  • Obtained signatures from attorneys for legal documents.
  • Organized files for court proceedings.
  • Prepared legal correspondence and wrote professional letters for legal assistants and attorneys.
  • Created, indexed and maintained client binders.
  • Screened telephone calls and forwarded to appropriate departments.
  • Scheduled all appointments, appearances and briefings.
  • Organized envelopes, postage and mail correspondence for staff and management, maintaining postage meter and coordinating with delivery and courier services.
  • Promptly answered multi-line phone system and greeted callers enthusiastically.
  • Corresponded with clients through email, telephone or postal mail.
  • Greeted incoming visitors and clients professionally and provided friendly, knowledgeable assistance.
  • Collected, sorted, distributed and sent mail and packages.
  • Welcomed all customers with friendly greeting, answered general questions, gathered nature of visit and directed to specific offices.
  • Balanced attorney availability, customer schedules and maximum load levels when scheduling appointments.
10/2006 to 10/2009
Warehouse EmployeePrimus International – Tulsa, OK
  • Maintained accurate inventory records to provide data for use in audits and completion of order requests
  • Performed inventory control, such as counting and stocking merchandise.
  • Prepared orders for shipment by systematically picking, packing and labeling merchandise.
  • Examined small aircraft parts for defects or issues, reported problems quickly and maintained high levels of accuracy.
  • Performed visual assessment of products to evaluate conformance with quality standards.
  • Checked color, shape, texture and grade of products and materials against established templates, charts and samples.
  • Maintained excellent attendance record, consistently arriving to work on time.
  • Removed rough spots to enhance parts alignment and improve finishes.
  • Buffed out minor scratches and imperfections, which bolstered product quality.
  • Boxed, labeled and transported items to support assembly operations.
  • Assisted quality assurance by visually inspecting items and removing defective parts.
  • Conducted quality assurance inspections on finished components and identified issues.
  • Worked closely with others in team-oriented settings to maintain line productivity.
  • Kept work area clean, neat and organized to prevent accidents, mishaps and misplaced tools.
  • Maintained inventory count, tracked usage and documented variances.
  • Kept all documentation and records accurate and up-to-date with latest data to prevent errors in processing or delivery.
  • Managed inventory storage in clean and organized fashion.
  • Recorded information, shortages and discrepancies to keep records current and accurate.
  • Removed all debris and packaging from boxes and separated for recycling or disposal.
  • Evaluated supplies and product inventory to check for quality and quantity issues and returned unacceptable materials to vendors to obtain replacements or refunds.
  • Completed daily cycle counts to maintain accuracy of records.
  • Audited and corrected discrepancies in inventory numbers.
08/2005 to 10/2006
Overnight Cashier/Stocker AssociateWalmart – Skiatook, OK
  • Restocked, arranged and organized merchandise in front lanes to drive product sales.
  • Used superior customer service skills to help customers locate and select merchandise.
  • Delivered expert, friendly service at all hours to serve every customer need.
  • Kept drawer accurate by carefully processing new transactions and giving out correct change.
  • Monitored self-checkout systems and provided assistance or intervention where required.
  • Pushed out large amounts of new stock during slower overnight hours.
  • Resolved customers' service and product problems with friendly assistance, including processing refunds.
  • Sought out opportunities to improve store appearance and operations in between assigned overnight work.
  • Cleaned store areas thoroughly, including checkout stations, floors and entryways.
  • Checked prices for customers and processed items sold by scanning barcodes.
  • Assisted customers with locating and choosing merchandise in any store department.
  • Assisted customers by answering questions and fulfilling requests.
  • Maintained customer satisfaction while handling various product returns quickly and professionally.
  • Worked closely with shift supervisors to solve problems and handle customer concerns.
  • Regularly assessed sales floor stock levels to replenish with backstock merchandise before depletion.
  • Alternated goods in inventory by observing first-in/first-out approach to keep shelves organized and properly stocked.
  • Rotated stock correctly to prevent out-of-date products and removed aging items from main shelving to build special promotional displays.
  • Maintained well-organized restocking areas to avoid blocking aisles or creating safety hazards.
  • Collaborated with backroom and receiving team, working night shifts to support inventory fulfillment goals.
  • Maintained effective team member communication.
  • Used hand-held devices and computers to record and monitor inventory levels and completed audits to uncover and address inaccuracies.
  • Removed all debris and packaging from boxes and separated for recycling or disposal.
  • Inspected work areas for cleanliness and obstacles and removed cartons and boxes to keep work areas organized and hazard-free.
  • Maintained neat, orderly and safe work space.
  • Greeted customers and directed to requested products.
  • Checked and pulled defective or expired products from shelves.
  • Performed inventory control, such as counting and stocking merchandise.
  • Placed products in correct storage locations to keep stock areas organized and inventory counts accurate.
  • Blocked and faced products on displays and shelves in accordance with company policy.
  • Operated cash register for cash, check and credit card transactions with high accuracy.
  • Replenished sales floor merchandise and organized shelves, racks and bins for optimal appearance.
Education
No DegreeTulsa Community College - Tulsa, OK
GEDHomeshooled
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Resume Overview

Companies Worked For:

  • Richard A. Chapman, PC
  • Primus International
  • Walmart

School Attended

  • Tulsa Community College
  • Homeshooled

Job Titles Held:

  • Legal Secretary
  • Warehouse Employee
  • Overnight Cashier/Stocker Associate

Degrees

  • No Degree
    GED

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