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Chelsie Beal

Fishers

Summary

Dynamic legal professional with extensive experience at State Farm, excelling in legal document preparation and case file management. Proven ability to enhance client communication and maintain confidentiality. Recognized for exceptional organizational skills and attention to detail, ensuring efficient operations and timely support for attorneys in high-pressure environments.

Overview

14
14
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Legal Secretary

State Farm
Indianapolis
06.2024 - Current
  • Coordinated schedules and appointments for attorneys and clients efficiently.
  • Assisted in preparing briefs and legal documents for court submissions.
  • Maintained organized filing system for case files and legal records.
  • Communicated with clients to gather information and provide updates on cases.
  • Utilized office software to draft documents and manage calendars effectively.
  • Prepared correspondence, memos, reports and other legal documents using Microsoft Word.
  • Mailed and arranged for delivery of legal correspondence to clients, witnesses and court officials.
  • Maintained attorney calendars by keeping track of appointments, meetings and conferences.
  • Drafted letters and prepared legal correspondence for attorneys and legal assistants.
  • Coordinated and scheduled meetings and telephone conferences.
  • Organized case files by creating and maintaining document filing systems for easy retrieval of information.
  • Assisted in trial preparation activities such as organizing exhibits, preparing witness binders and assembling jury instructions.
  • Handled confidential information with discretion and integrity.

Legal Administrative Assistant

State Farm
Indianapolis
03.2023 - 06.2024
  • Managed legal documents and correspondence for efficient case processing.
  • Organized and maintained case files ensuring easy access and retrieval.
  • Ensured compliance with company policies regarding confidentiality and data protection.
  • Maintained client databases and filing systems, including hard copy and electronic files.
  • Coordinated daily operations of the law office including mail distribution, supplies inventory management, photocopying and scanning services.
  • Processed incoming mail and correspondence on behalf of attorneys in a timely manner.
  • Prepared invoices, expense reports and other financial documentation as required by the firm's accounting team.
  • Provided administrative support to the legal department staff members.
  • Helped draft, edit, and transmit legal documentation such as motions and letters.
  • Performed data entry tasks related to case-specific information into a variety of software programs such as Excel, Word, Access.
  • Managed and updated contact database for large number of clients.
  • Filed pleadings and paperwork with court clerk to meet strict deadlines.
  • Assisted in maintaining department attorney personnel files with utmost confidentiality.
  • Sorted and distributed incoming faxes, letters and emails for office distribution.

Paralegal

Leslie Mathewson, P.C.
Muncie
08.2017 - 09.2018
  • Drafted legal documents and correspondence for attorney review.
  • Organized case files and maintained accurate records for client matters.
  • Conducted legal research to support ongoing cases and client inquiries.
  • Assisted in preparing materials for court hearings and client meetings.
  • Provided administrative support to attorneys by managing calendars; scheduling appointments; organizing files; preparing correspondence; filing court documents; and obtaining necessary signatures.
  • Maintained client confidentiality in all matters.
  • Scanned physical documents into electronic format for storage in a secure database system.
  • Filed clients' legal documents in relevant courts for processing.
  • Proofread drafts of legal documents for accuracy in grammar and punctuation.
  • Greeted clients upon arrival at office and provided assistance as needed.
  • Updated databases with new information received from attorneys or clients.
  • Ensured that all paperwork was properly filed according to established procedures.
  • Filed pleadings and paperwork with court clerk to meet strict deadlines.
  • Reviewed and prepared legal documents, such as contracts, pleadings, motions, briefs, memoranda of law and discovery requests.
  • Assisted with document production and deposition preparation.
  • Participated in client interviews, observed questioning process and documented information.
  • Conducted thorough research and review of case information to assist attorneys.
  • Organized exhibits for trial proceedings.
  • Drafted legal complaints, summonses and interrogatories.
  • Researched case law, statutes, regulations and other legal authorities to support assigned tasks.
  • Organized legal documents in company filing systems and databases.
  • Drafted correspondence, documented data and submitted materials to appropriate parties.
  • Processed closing documents and transactional documents for legal review.

Legal Intern

Delaware County Prosecutor's Office
Muncie
07.2014 - 03.2015
  • Researched case law to support ongoing criminal prosecutions.
  • Assisted attorneys in preparing for trials by organizing evidence files.
  • Attended court hearings and documented proceedings for case records.
  • Collaborated with law enforcement to obtain necessary case materials.
  • Reviewed discovery materials and summarized findings for attorney review.
  • Maintained confidentiality of sensitive information throughout legal processes.
  • Attended court proceedings to observe attorneys in action.
  • Researched case law and conducted legal research using various resources.
  • Reviewed legal documents and provided summaries of their contents.
  • Organized files, documents, notes, and other materials relevant to a case or transaction.
  • Assisted attorneys in preparing for hearings, trials, mediations, arbitrations.
  • Participated in client interviews, observed questioning process and documented information.
  • Analyzed facts and case law to determine possible defenses for clients.
  • Created organized filing system for legal documentation.
  • Worked independently to meet deadlines and achieve objectives for special projects.
  • Analyzed and organized legal documents for attorney review and case support.
  • Conducted legal research using databases such as LexisNexis and Westlaw to support case preparation.
  • Supported attorneys in mediation and arbitration proceedings.
  • Managed legal documentation and correspondence in compliance with confidentiality requirements.
  • Maintained confidentiality of sensitive client information at all times.
  • Analyzed legal statutes, codes and previous court decisions to determine optimal course of action.

Pharmacy Technician

Walgreens
Muncie
06.2011 - 12.2014
  • Assisted pharmacists in dispensing medications and managing inventory levels.
  • Maintained accurate patient records and processed prescription orders efficiently.
  • Operated pharmacy software for prescription filling and insurance processing tasks.
  • Collaborated with healthcare providers to resolve medication-related inquiries promptly.
  • Ensured compliance with safety regulations and proper handling of pharmaceuticals.
  • Prepared medications for dispensing by counting, pouring, labeling, and verifying doses.
  • Teamed with peers, technicians and pharmacists to prioritize and complete orders.
  • Performed data entry for patient profiles, billing information and prescription orders into the pharmacy software system.
  • Created new customer profiles and updated demographics, allergies, and new medications in pharmacy computer systems.
  • Managed filing of prescriptions, both electronically and manually.
  • Checked expiration dates on medications to ensure that only unexpired products were dispensed.
  • Assisted pharmacist with clearing high volume of prescriptions and responded to customer questions.
  • Restocked shelves with new supplies of medications as needed.
  • Resolved customer complaints in a timely manner while maintaining professionalism at all times.
  • Ensured compliance with all federal, state, local laws and company policies related to pharmacy operations.
  • Received payment from customers and processed credit card transactions when necessary.
  • Verified prescriptions and drug labels, documents and packages.
  • Interpreted and processed medication orders under supervision of pharmacist.
  • Kept accurate records of controlled substances received and dispensed in accordance with DEA regulations.
  • Reported any discrepancies or errors in medication ordering or filling processes immediately to the pharmacist on duty.
  • Prepared prescription transfers to other pharmacies.
  • Maintained pharmacological practices by checking drug inventory, stocking medications and monitoring supplies.
  • Provided education materials about medications to patients upon request.
  • Assisted pharmacists in filling prescriptions accurately and efficiently.
  • Participated in pharmacy inventory management, including tracking expiration dates and removing outdated medications.
  • Provided exceptional customer service, addressing patient questions and concerns with empathy.
  • Operated cash registers to accept payments from customers.
  • Ordered, labeled and counted stock of medications and entered inventory data into computer.
  • Maintained proper storage and security conditions for drugs.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Legal Studies

Ball State University
Muncie, IN
12-2014

High School Diploma -

Burris Laboratory School
Muncie
05-2010

Skills

  • Legal document preparation
  • Case file management
  • Calendar management
  • Client communication
  • Data entry
  • Confidentiality compliance
  • Legal research
  • Time management
  • Problem solving
  • Attention to detail
  • Office software proficiency
  • Organizational skills

Certification

  • Indiana Registered Paralegal
  • Notary Public
  • Remote Online Notary

Timeline

Legal Secretary

State Farm
06.2024 - Current

Legal Administrative Assistant

State Farm
03.2023 - 06.2024

Paralegal

Leslie Mathewson, P.C.
08.2017 - 09.2018

Legal Intern

Delaware County Prosecutor's Office
07.2014 - 03.2015

Pharmacy Technician

Walgreens
06.2011 - 12.2014

Bachelor of Science - Legal Studies

Ball State University

High School Diploma -

Burris Laboratory School

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