Ameerah Carney
Newark,NJ
Summary
Energetic self-starter with a creative mindset. Adept at working independently and collaboratively within a team. Demonstrates unwavering enthusiasm towards work and maintains a positive attitude in changing circumstances. Possesses exceptional work ethics that foster long-term relationships.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
Work History
LEGAL SECRETARY
OFFICE OF THE PUBLIC DEFENDER
06.2016 - Current
- Compiled data and operated computer to perform routine clerical tasks.
- Secretary for Pool and Juvenile criminal attorneys
- Open, assign and close criminal cases
- process payment vouchers, schedule video conference with clients.
- Copy, scan, fax, file, extract files for flash drive use.
- Data retrieval through multiple systems
- Arranged for delivery of legal correspondence to clients, witnesses, and court officials.
- Diligently edited legal correspondence for grammar and spelling.
- Organized files for court proceedings.
- Prepare legal correspondence, professional letters for assignment of attorneys, bench warrants, and discovery.
- Filed documents with courts on behalf of attorney.
- Received and placed telephone calls to clients.
- Created, indexed, and maintained client binders for trial
- Screened telephone calls and forwarded to appropriate departments.
- Developed and maintained filing and retrieval systems.
- Assisted in drafting legal documents such as subpoenas, funeral orders, Investigations motions, and transcript requests.
- Developed strong relationships with court personnel to ensure smooth filing processes and adherence to regulations.
- Managed multiple high-priority tasks simultaneously, meeting all deadlines while maintaining a high level of accuracy.
- Enhanced attorney productivity with proficient management of case files and schedules.
- Streamlined office procedures for increased efficiency in handling legal matters.
- Assisted with preparation of trial materials and documents.
OFFICE MANAGER
P.C. RICHARD & SON
10.2004 - 06.2016
- General offices duties: typing, filing, answering phones
- Application and Development of Policies and Procedures
- Provided exceptional customer service when addressing customer inquiries or concerns via phone calls or email correspondence.
- Conducted regular inventory assessments of office supplies, ordering necessary items proactively to prevent stock shortages.
- Enhanced team productivity by delegating tasks effectively and overseeing daily workflow.
- Streamlined office operations by implementing efficient filing systems and organizational strategies.
- Conducted comprehensive training for new hires, while improving their knowledge into a team and productivity.
- Managed scheduling and coordination of all office meetings to ensure smooth operations and minimal conflicts.
Education
Information And Communication Technology
DEVRY UNIVERSITY
Online01.2013
HIGH SCHOOL DIPLOMA - Business
ESSEX COUNTY VOC.& TECHNICAL HIGH SCHOOL
Newark, NJ06.2000
Skills
- Microsoft Word
- Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft Outlook
- Promise Gavel
- Case management E-Courts
- FACTS system
- Court filing
- Efficient multi-tasker
- File organization
- Document formatting
- Client communication
- Document management
- Document preparation
- Client correspondence
- Phone etiquette
- Drafting legal documents
- Typing speed 45 WPM
- Administrative support
- Switchboard operation
References
Furnished upon request
Timeline
LEGAL SECRETARY
OFFICE OF THE PUBLIC DEFENDER
06.2016 - Current
OFFICE MANAGER
P.C. RICHARD & SON
10.2004 - 06.2016
Information And Communication Technology
DEVRY UNIVERSITY
HIGH SCHOOL DIPLOMA - Business
ESSEX COUNTY VOC.& TECHNICAL HIGH SCHOOL