Allison Harter
Aurora,OH
Summary
Detail-oriented Legal Secretary and Officer Manager with proven expertise at Law Office of Michael Lebby Smith with vast knowledge of legal industry and office management. Organized and efficient to learn new processes quickly.
Experienced with managing legal documents and providing comprehensive administrative support. Utilizes strong organizational skills to ensure efficient office operations and case management. Knowledge of document drafting, court filing,and client communication.
Overview
28
28
years of professional experience
Work History
Legal Secretary
Law Office of Michael Lebby Smith
09.2011 - Current
- Assisted in the preparation of legal documents and correspondence.
- Maintained organized filing systems for case files and records.
- Supported client communications by handling inquiries and relaying messages.
- Utilized legal software to input data and track case progress.
- Maintained strict confidentiality of sensitive information to protect client privacy and uphold professional ethics.
- Organized files for court proceedings.
- Organized and maintained an efficient electronic filing system for easy access to critical documents and data.
- Managed multiple high-priority tasks simultaneously, meeting all deadlines while maintaining a high level of accuracy.
- Filed documents with courts on behalf of attorney.
- Assisted in drafting legal documents such as pleadings, motions, and briefs, contributing to successful case resolutions.
- Created, indexed, and maintained client binders.
- Coordinated with external vendors for office maintenance and IT support, ensuring smooth operation of office infrastructure.
- Worked with outside vendors to coordinate purchasing of supplies and maintenance of office complex.
Secretary
Robert S. Leiken Co., LPA
05.1997 - 07.2011
- Scheduled appointments and conducted follow-up calls to clients.
- Prepared professional correspondence, including memos, letters, and emails, ensuring accuracy and timeliness.
- Entered data into system and updated customer contacts with information to keep records current.
- Maintained electronic filing systems and categorized documents.
- Responded to emails and other correspondence to facilitate communication and enhance business processes.
- Provided clerical support to company employees by copying, faxing, and filing documents.
- Managed phone and email correspondence and handled incoming and outgoing mail and faxes.
Education
High School Diploma -
Cuyahoga Heights High School
Cuyahoga Heights, OH06.1996
Skills
- Efficient multi-tasker
- Appointment setting
- File organization
- Document filing
- Calendar management
- Document preparation
- Phone etiquette
- Administrative support
- Office administration
Timeline
Legal Secretary
Law Office of Michael Lebby Smith
09.2011 - Current
Secretary
Robert S. Leiken Co., LPA
05.1997 - 07.2011
High School Diploma -
Cuyahoga Heights High School
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