Professional administrative specialist with proven track record in managing office operations efficiently. Strong focus on team collaboration, problem-solving, and delivering results under shifting demands. Skilled in scheduling, document management, and communication. Known for reliability, adaptability, and maintaining high standards.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
Legal Secretary/Assistant
Epstein Becker Green, P.C.
03.2012 - Current
Served as liaison between attorneys and clients fostering a positive relationship while addressing inquiries promptly.
Strengthened relationships among colleagues within the firm through collaboration on interdepartmental projects.
Managed billing processes to ensure timely payment from clients and minimize outstanding balances.
Enhanced attorney efficiency by providing meticulous proofreading and editing support for legal documents.
Maintained an organized filing system for efficient retrieval of legal documents and client information.
Optimized attorney productivity through expert coordination of travel arrangements and calendar management.
Increased overall efficiency at the firm by implementing new software solutions designed specifically for Legal Secretary Assistants'' needs.
Streamlined office operations with the timely drafting of legal correspondence, memos, and court filings.
Reduced errors in legal documents by diligently reviewing drafts for accuracy, clarity, and proper formatting.
Screened telephone calls and forwarded to appropriate departments.
Received and placed telephone calls to clients and prospective clients.
Scheduled all appointments and appearances.
Scheduled and made appointments for 4+ attorneys.
Secretary/Legal Assistant
Tabor Law Firm, LLP
12.2008 - 02.2012
Handled sensitive information discreetly, maintaining confidentiality when managing personnel files or financial data.
Maintained strict confidentiality, protecting sensitive client information as required by legal ethics and regulations.
Answered multi-line phone system and enthusiastically greeted callers.
Handled office scheduling and made notes for deadlines, motions, and other important dates.
Maintained daily report documents, memos and invoices.
Improved communication between attorneys and clients by scheduling meetings, providing status updates, and relaying critical information promptly.
Scheduled appointments and conducted follow-up calls to clients.
Increased client satisfaction by efficiently managing case files and promptly addressing inquiries.
Prepared professional correspondence, including memos, letters, and emails, ensuring accuracy and timeliness.
Managed high-volume workload while maintaining strict attention to detail on every task such as drafting pleadings or summarizing depositions accurately.
Entered data into system and updated customer contacts with information to keep records current.
Facilitated timely resolution of legal matters by preparing and organizing essential documents.
Maintained electronic filing systems and categorized documents.
Responded to client inquiries, providing accurate legal advice and offering assistance.
Responded to emails and other correspondence to facilitate communication and enhance business processes.
Managed accounts and client records of clients, observing confidentiality, and extreme discretion.
Provided clerical support to company employees by copying, faxing, and filing documents.
Delivered exceptional service to clients by assisting them with routine needs like obtaining copies of pertinent records or directing them to appropriate resources when needed.
Managed executive calendars, scheduling appointments and meetings to optimize time management.
Paralegal/Office Administrator
Freedman & Associates
05.2007 - 12.2008
Answered multi-line phone system, routing calls, delivering messages to staff and greeting visitors.
Maintained accurate records of office expenses, assisting in budget preparation and cost control efforts.
Developed and maintained comprehensive database for tracking project deadlines, improving team productivity.
Oversaw inventory of office supplies, ensuring availability and cost-efficiency.
Streamlined invoice processing, improving accuracy and efficiency of financial operations.
Improved document management with introduction of new digital archiving system.
Education
Degree - Political Science Major with focus on Legal Studies; Psychology Minor
Ball State University
Muncie, IN
12-2007
High School - undefined
Mt. Vernon High School
Fortville, IN
06.2002
Skills
Microsoft Office
Keyboarding skills - 90 wpm
Appointment scheduling
File management
Document preparation
Calendar management
Schedule management
Complex Problem-solving
Multi-line phone systems
Supply restocking
File systems management
Supply ordering
Spreadsheet management
Employment Skills
Prepare pleadings, faxes, letters to clients, opposing counsel and courts; respond to discovery requests
Maintain client files and relationships from inception to resolution
Manage office accounting, bill paying and other administrative tasks
Correspond with clients, court staff and attorneys on a daily basis
Answer multi-line phone system and manage attorney calendar
Ability to work/maintain a large case load under 5+ attorneys
Develop client and customer rapport and maintain relationships
Diplomatically resolve client complaints on an as-needed basis
Ability to follow instructions well and make decisions with no supervision
Train and monitor new staff
Maintain firm's collection accounts with an outside firm
Effectively developed telephone communication skills and consistently meet requests
Manage specialized filing systems
Manage accounts sent to collections
Prepare bankruptcy petitions and assist at Meeting of Creditors hearings
Transcribe dictation
Maintain trial notebooks
Timeline
Legal Secretary/Assistant
Epstein Becker Green, P.C.
03.2012 - Current
Secretary/Legal Assistant
Tabor Law Firm, LLP
12.2008 - 02.2012
Paralegal/Office Administrator
Freedman & Associates
05.2007 - 12.2008
High School - undefined
Mt. Vernon High School
Degree - Political Science Major with focus on Legal Studies; Psychology Minor