Results-oriented professional with expertise in client relationship management and a proven track record of delivering impactful solutions. Skilled in communication and team collaboration, consistently exceeding performance targets and seeking to leverage skills in a dynamic consultative sales role.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
Work History
Legal Assistant / Collections Specialist
Law Offices Patenaude & Felix
Canonsburg, PA
08.2016 - Current
100–150 inbound and outbound calls daily while being effective at asking appropriate probing questions, overcoming objections, and maintaining a calm and professional customer service demeanor by using conflict resolution skills
Consistently achieved performance goals through skilled negotiation and account management.
Drafted court documents, including stipulations and judgments; ensured compliance with FDCPA guidelines.
Skip tracing and various research tools to locate debtors and secure settlements or payment plans.
Executive Assistant to President/CEO
E & M Sales, Inc.
San Diego, CA
05.2012 - 07.2016
Managed quotes and bids for city agencies on office supply contracts. Reviewed A/R aging reports and issued dunning letters to resolve 60–120 day overdue balances.
Collected and processed checks, credit card payments, and deposits; maintained general ledger entries.
Provided comprehensive administrative support to the CEO, including calendar and communication management.
Legal Secretary / Team Lead Supervisor
Law Office of David Dufek
San Diego, CA
06.2005 - 04.2012
Promoted to Team Lead and supervised a team of 5–10 employees.
Negotiated delinquent balances and managed settlements and stipulated agreements.
Legal correspondence, pleadings, document requests, and maintained positive team dynamics.
Fleet Lease Account Executive
ADESA San Diego
San Diego, CA
03.2004 - 05.2005
Coordinated with internal departments and bank representatives to execute the vehicle auction sales.
Managed large financial transactions (including EFTs and cash payments over $50,000).
Supported departments in sales, marketing, title, and repossession as needed.
Education
Human Services
Springfield College
San Diego, CA
Skills
Microsoft Office Suite / Adobe PDF / SalesForce / Lexis-Nexis / Accurint / Cogent / File Bound
Paralegal/Executive Administrator to Managing Partner at Law Offices of Joseph E. Ashmore, Jr. P.C./Ashmore Law FirmParalegal/Executive Administrator to Managing Partner at Law Offices of Joseph E. Ashmore, Jr. P.C./Ashmore Law Firm