Amanda Hannan
Brampton,Ontario
Summary
A goal-oriented individual who seeks to acquire and maintain a full-time position in a professional environment where I may contribute and utilize my legal education, experience and skills.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Legal Assistant & Secretary
Richard H Barton Attorney-at-Law
12.2020 - 10.2023
- Increased client satisfaction by efficiently managing case files and promptly addressing inquiries.
- Facilitated timely resolution of legal matters by preparing and organizing essential documents.
- Supported attorneys in achieving favorable outcomes through research and analysis of complex legal issues.
- Enhanced office productivity by implementing efficient document management systems for easy retrieval and storage.
- Maintained strict confidentiality, protecting sensitive client information as required by legal ethics and regulations.
- Drafted accurate and persuasive legal correspondence, contributing to successful negotiations and settlements.
- Improved communication between attorneys and clients by scheduling meetings, providing status updates, and relaying critical information promptly.
- Assisted with trial preparation, including creation of bundles for judge and counsel, compilation of witness lists, and organization of evidence materials.
- Reduced errors in court filings by meticulously proofreading documents for accuracy before submission.
- Conducted comprehensive legal research using various resources such as online databases, law libraries, or government agencies to support case strategies effectively.
- Managed high-volume workload while maintaining strict attention to detail with every task
- Gathered key information during initial client intake interviews that contributed significantly to the formulation of effective legal arguments.
- Handled billing tasks efficiently and accurately, ensuring smooth financial operations for legal team.
- Organized documents to manage paper and electronic filing systems of clients.
- Filed court documents and legal pleadings with court clerk on behalf of attorneys.
- Prepared and drafted correspondence and legal forms.
- Conducted legal research, compiled and organized evidence and identified relevant legal articles and statutes to use for legal proceedings.
- Answered multi-line phone system and enthusiastically greeted callers.
- Created and updated records and files to maintain document compliance.
- Managed paper and electronic filing systems by routing various documents, taking messages and managing incoming and outgoing mail.
Executive Administrative Assistant
Activia Clinics
09.2018 - 11.2020
- Streamlined office operations by implementing efficient filing systems and managing executive calendars.
- Enhanced communication between departments through proactive coordination of meetings and events.
- Reported directly to the CEO and President on urgent and time sensitive matters
- Updated, processed, and maintained client records while ensuring confidentiality and accurate record keeping
- Conducted patient intake in addition to scheduling and confirming appointments
- Facilitated office needs such as answering phones, responding to emails, filing, scanning documents and routing business correspondence
- Drafted responses to any letters received
- Ensured forms and documents were completed and obtained the required signatures for financial and legal documents
- Worked closely with team members to deliver project requirements, develop solutions and meet deadlines
Contact Agent
Neptune Technology
09.2013 - 04.2014
- Handled customer inquiries pertaining to municipal bylaws regulating residential water meter standards.
- Responsible for booking appointments and coordinating technicians to their assigned area for work.
- Ensuring each region was complying with new bylaws implemented by municipal government.
Head Cashier and Sales Associate
Parasuco Jeans
07.2006 - 06.2010
- Contributed to store sales by identifying clients' needs, as well as building rapport to generate repeat business.
- Dealt with and responded to customer complaints while providing excellent customer service.
- Handled transactions accurately while maintaining consistency and fast pace.
- Responsible for precise handling of large amounts of money, balancing tills and completing daily bank deposits.
- Mentored new cashiers, providing comprehensive training that resulted in increased productivity.
Education
Bachelor Degree of Applied Science - Justice Studies
University of Guelph
LL.B (First Class Honours) -
University of Liverpool
05.2018
Skills
- Excellent analytical, researching and problem solving skills
- Exceptional interpersonal, time management and organizational skills
- Active and positive team member as well as ability to work independently
- Excellent oral and written communication skills
- Great ability to anticipate and asses problems to find appropriate solutions timely and effectively
- Detail oriented while multi- tasking to maintain high levels of efficiency and meet deadlines
- Excels in fast paced environments and adapts quickly to change
- Strong worth ethic and self-motivated
- Computer proficient in : Microsoft Office, excel, Outlook, Quickbooks, Legal search tools
Timeline
Legal Assistant & Secretary
Richard H Barton Attorney-at-Law
12.2020 - 10.2023
Executive Administrative Assistant
Activia Clinics
09.2018 - 11.2020
Contact Agent
Neptune Technology
09.2013 - 04.2014
Head Cashier and Sales Associate
Parasuco Jeans
07.2006 - 06.2010
Bachelor Degree of Applied Science - Justice Studies
University of Guelph
LL.B (First Class Honours) -
University of Liverpool
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