Systematic and well-organized in organizing case files, preparing documents and coordinating legal files. Proven expertise in managing exhibits and various case pleadings. Capable and fully qualified legal assistant/paralegal bringing 5+ years of experience in similar roles.
- Litigation law case management
- Cash handling
- Compliance, banking laws and regulations
- Night and safe deposit procedures
- Relationship building and management
- 10-Key data entry
- Customer relations
- Client needs assessment
- Task delegation
- Proficient in MS Office, Excel, Outlook and PowerPoint
- Litigation support
- Document and deposition preparation
- Document filing
- Team leadership
- Database entry
- Russian language translation
- Multi-line phone systems
- Exceptional writer
- Editing and proofreading
- Spreadsheets
- Efficient multi-tasker
- Administrative support
- Organizational Efficiency
- Scheduling/Planning
- Billing Statements
- Conflict resolution
- Graduated with 3.7 GPA
Completed and received a Certificate of Completion (ACE Program) during my senior year in High School.
- Coursework in Accounting I, and Intro to Computers
Charlotte, NC, 07/2019 - 12/2019
- Organized evidence, exhibits, motions and subpoenas to support cases and prepare for trial.
- Investigated causes and resolutions to medical and dental cases, reviewing damages, losses and settlement formalities.
- Developed polished legal documents, including motions and briefs, to support litigation processes and court proceedings.
- Strictly adhered to privacy laws to avert possible information breaches and protect client data.
- Conferred with clients and other involved parties to gather and track case information.
- Worked closely with litigation attorneys to research, complete trial preparations and create document drafts for court use.
- Compiled documentation, ensuring accuracy and detail for legal briefs, responses to opposing counsel, motions to court and trial exhibits.
- Acted as first point of contact for all clients.
- Managed case files and reported case progress to appropriate attorneys and clients.
Syracuse, NY, 07/2018 - 03/2019
- Assisted 50 to 100 + customers each day and remained poised and professional even in high-stress situations and when dealing with irate individuals.
- Completed highly accurate, high-volume money counts via both manual and machine-driven approaches.
- Observed all procedures regarding financial and customer information to prevent possible breaches and data misuse.
- Upheld strict financial controls by keeping funds secure and accurately transferring monies.
- Maintained balancing record with 99% rate of accuracy and paper trail.
- Executed customer transactions, including deposits, withdrawals, money orders and checks.
- Coordinated daily cash reconciliation in high-volume location.
- Provided high level of customer service through friendly approach, strong professionalism and timely assistance with customer transactions.
- Answered telephone inquiries on banking products including checking, savings, loans and lines of credit.
City, STATE, 09/2003 - 05/2007
- Assisted two attorneys with estate planning preparations by drafting various documents, spreadsheets, and creating graphs through use of Word, Excel and PowerPoint software.
- Worked on multiple estate planning documents to create a final product for signing and distribution.
- Maintained updated filing routine and clean work space.
- Managed billable hour tracking, payroll, client invoicing and attorney schedules.
- Assisted accountant with tax preparations, including binding tax returns and creating graphs for tax planning, and meeting tax deadlines.
- Assisted other secretaries and paralegals with overflow work.
- Operated a multi-lane telephone system and took down messages.
- Strictly adhered to privacy laws to avert possible information breaches and protect client data.
- Made myself available for overtime to complete projects or time-sensitive assignments.
- Diligently edited legal correspondence for grammar and spelling.
Between the years of 2010 through 2018, my husband and I owned and managed a triplex rental property where I used my customer skills to advertise and maintain property. My duties were to upkeep the units in prime condition, maintain lease agreements, keep an accurate recordkeeping/receipt book, advertise property and show units to potential tenants, collect deposits and rent payments, do property inspections and assess for damages after lease ended.
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School Attended
- ICM School of Business & Medical Careers
- Community College of Allegheny County
Job Titles Held:
- Litigation Paralegal
- Personal Banking Specialist
- Legal Administrative Assistant
Degrees
- Associate of Science
- High School Diploma
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