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PARALEGAL /LEGAL ASSISTANT
Summary

Dedicated Administrative professional with solid background in high-volume office environments focused on delivering exceptional clerical and operational support for [Industry] professionals. Personable and communicative with friendly demeanor and sound judgment to handle diverse daily tasks with minimal oversight. Well-versed in managing office supplies, paperwork and project needs.

Detail-oriented and methodical in preparing case files, investigating issues and producing legal paperwork. Background includes organizing exhibits and filing pleadings for [Type] cases. Known for meticulous work.

Highly-organized Paralegal capable of executing effective case flow management through advanced technical skill. Successful at sorting and categorizing high volumes of legal documents and data with ease. Seeking to leverage background in [Type] law in position with [Company].

Paralegal equipped with superior communication skills and the capability to successfully act as the liaison between clients, experts and opposing council.

Sharp professional displaying enthusiasm and offering strengths in [Skill] and [Skill]. Enterprising personality coupled with [Number] years of experience in [Area of expertise].

Skilled Paralegal with a reputation for maintaining and processing client records, files and legal documents in a highly organized, efficient and precise manner.

Highly organized Paralegal with extensive office administration, client interface and legal document development experience.

Ethics oriented Paralegal with over three years professional experience, known for exercising discretion and maintaining confidentiality.

Certified Paralegal with experience in Wills and Estate, Incorporation and Bankruptcy.

Skills
  • Meeting planning
  • Accounting support
  • Tracking documents
  • Employee training and development
  • PC proficient
  • Transmitting files
  • Developing slide presentations
  • Document retrieval
  • CRM and office management software
  • Back office operations
  • Mail management
  • Excel spreadsheets
  • Recordkeeping and bookkeeping
  • Organizing packages
  • QuickBooks expert
  • Managing automated systems
  • Routing packages
  • Sensitive material handling
  • Supervising clerical personnel
  • Account balancing reconciliation
  • Check processing
  • Executive presentation development
  • Records management systems
  • Memo preparation
  • 10-key proficiency
  • AR/AP
  • Directing visitors
  • Microsoft
  • Copying medical records
  • Insurance eligibility verification
  • Faxing documents
  • Data entry documentation
  • Detailed meeting minutes
  • Managing office supplies
  • Transporting files
  • Advanced MS Office Suite knowledge
  • Technologically savvy
  • Routing correspondence
  • Accounting skills
  • Flexible
  • Customer relations
  • Public relations
  • Resolving discrepancies
  • Microsoft Office
  • Inbound and Outbound Marketing
  • Resolving errors
  • Certified Legal Office Assistant
  • Staff training and development
  • Data organization
  • Spreadsheet development
  • Information compiling
  • Insurance processing
  • Conflict mediation
  • Strong problem solver
  • Inventory supplies
  • Attendance records preparation
  • Report development
  • Senior leadership support
  • Resourceful
  • Scheduling and calendar management
  • Time management
  • Payroll and benefits administration
  • Understands grammar
  • Data entry
  • Inventory control
  • Strong interpersonal skills
  • Account reconciliation
  • Office equipment maintenance
Experience
Honey Law Firm P.A. | Hot Springs, ARParalegal /Legal Assistant09/2016 - Current
  • Organized and prepared case exhibits and evidence for trial.
  • Participated in client interviews, observed questioning process and took notes to document information.
  • Consulted with clients, witnesses and legal professionals to define and document case details.
  • Coordinated subpoena services and other day-to-day support activities for legal office.
  • Assisted in elements of civil litigation, including initiating and responding to claims, gathering and presenting evidence and client counseling.

Drafted motions, briefs and other legal documents associated with li

gation process.

  • Facilitated efficient communication between judges, court administration, government agencies and attorneys.
  • Organized and executed court calendar with daily cases and supervisor meetings.

Identified and analyzed legal documents, discovery documents and contracts.

  • Used [Software] to input and maintain client data with high degree of accuracy.
  • Supported leadership by examining deeds of trust to determine grantor, grantee, trustee and loan amounts.
  • Coordinated with multiple departments regarding responsive documents and document retention.
  • Coordinated appraisals and inventories of property to complete thorough estate planning for clients.
  • Facilitated courtroom conference calls, set up technology used for presentations and organized exhibits.
  • Entered client data into [Software] for records and customer relationship management.
  • Observed strict privacy laws to prevent information breaches and protect client data.
  • Organized exhibits for trial, preparing materials and supporting documentation for easy display and admittance.
  • Researched documents and publications for case-altering details and evidence establishment.
  • Managed trial calendar, judicial calendar and master calendar for [Number] attorneys.
  • Drafted judicial correspondence and handled court mailings.
  • Managed case correspondence on behalf of [Number] attorneys.
  • Scheduled appointments for [Number] attorneys and made adjustments and changes through [Software] application.
  • Filed pleadings and required paperwork with court clerk according to strict deadlines.
  • Drafted correspondence and [Type] documentation and submitted all materials to appropriate parties.
  • Assisted attorneys with trial preparation, developed trial exhibits, responded to motions and organized documents for trial discovery.
  • Prepared clients for appointments and interviews, including depositions and testimony.
  • Interpreted different types of substantive law, including criminal law, domestic relations, real property law and bankruptcy.
  • Organized client calendars, prepared mailings and handled high call volumes.
  • Examined causes and remedies to torts, personal injury, and contracts, and scrutinized cases and claims, damages, losses, adjudication and settlement formalities.
  • Used online databases such as WestLaw and LexisNexis to examine secondary sources, statutory law, case law and federal and state regulations.
  • Drafted [Type] documents to be filed with court.
  • Researched documents and publications for details to establish evidence.
  • Defined contractual elements and breach of contract defenses, including enforceable and non-enforceable contracts.
  • Assisted in preparing wills and real estate closings.
  • Trained incoming staff on office procedures and case-specific duties.
Various Office | Hot Springs, ARAdministrative Assistant /Secretary05/1992 - Current
  • Monitored daily and weekly schedules and monthly calendar obligations for [Number][Job titles].
  • Created and maintained spreadsheets and developed administrative and logistical reports.
  • Processed financial documents including contracts, expense reports and invoices.
  • Performed complex administrative management of sensitive and confidential issues.
  • Created PowerPoint presentations used for business development.
  • Organized and maintained filing and document management systems, coordinating archiving and purging aligned with company document policies.
  • Organized conference room space and materials for internal and customer meetings, took notes and distributed meeting minutes to support executive needs.
  • Entered invoice data into company database and updated details, including customer contacts and delivery dates to keep information current.
  • Generated shipment invoices, prepared packages and set up courier deliveries for customers.
  • Tracked expenses and documented records using [Software].
  • Controlled and managed document processes by reviewing files, records and critical information to confirm accuracy and ensure compliance with company policies and procedures.
  • Assisted with administrative tasks, including filing, answering phones and [Task].
  • Coordinated project materials, including managing physical and digital files, monitoring spreadsheets and updating reports.
  • Increased accuracy and reduced discrepancies by verifying data while processing incoming and outgoing checks and wire transfers.
  • Planned and executed corporate meetings, lunches and special events for groups of [Number]+ employees.
  • Maintained attendance records, taking note of staff vacation time, sick days and personal days.
  • Arranged domestic and international travel, hotel and transportation needs for staff.
  • Communicated with vendors to place and receive orders, request maintenance services and deliver instruction on behalf of office management.
  • Tracked and submitted employee time sheets to accounting department for payroll processing.
  • Supported departmental operations, including filing, monthly report preparation and vendor requisitions.
Chili Peppers | Malvern, AREmployee Trainer /Customer Service Cashier01/2013 - 02/2016
  • Reviewed training delivery methods to optimize training effectiveness and costs.
  • Blended business's goals, mission and values with learning development initiatives to deliver high-quality training to employees.
  • Designed and directed orientation and training programs to meet client needs.
  • Cross-trained on [Type] devices and continued training end users in new applications.
  • Evaluated client processes, employee performance and training progress to determine additional training needs.
  • Coordinated development of training materials, including manuals, standard operating procedures and employee handbooks.
Education and Training
Ouachita Technical College | Malvern, ARBusiness Secretarial Degree in Business05/1992
Malvern High School | Malvern, ARHigh School Diploma05/1986
National Park College | Hot Springs, ARParalegal Certificate in Paralegal / Criminal Justice05/2016
College of the Ouachitas | Malvern, ARSome College (No Degree) in Medical Billing
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Resume Overview

Companies Worked For:

  • Honey Law Firm P.A.
  • Various Office
  • Chili Peppers

School Attended

  • Ouachita Technical College
  • Malvern High School
  • National Park College
  • College of the Ouachitas

Job Titles Held:

  • Paralegal /Legal Assistant
  • Administrative Assistant /Secretary
  • Employee Trainer /Customer Service Cashier

Degrees

  • Business Secretarial Degree in Business
    High School Diploma
    Paralegal Certificate in Paralegal / Criminal Justice
    Some College (No Degree) in Medical Billing

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