Ashley Whitaker
Sand Lake,NY
Summary
Skilled in providing comprehensive support to legal teams, including attorneys and paralegals. Possess in-depth knowledge of legal terminology, court filing processes, and document management systems. Strengths include strong organizational skills, ability to manage confidential information with discretion, and capability to adapt to changing priorities quickly. Contributed to improving office efficiency by streamlining document retrieval processes and enhancing communication channels within teams.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Server
Lakeview on Crystal Lake
Sand Lake, NY
06.2023 - Current
- Provided excellent customer service to ensure satisfaction.
- Greeted customers, answered questions and recommended specials to increase profits.
- Explained menu items, describing ingredients and cooking methods upon request.
- Developed rapport with guests and assisted in generating repeat business by providing exceptional customer service.
Head of Marketing and Advertising
Premier Wealth Advisory Group
Averill Park, NY
06.2022 - Current
- Created and designed company website
- Researched and created marketing strategies and business development
- Created valued relationships and promoted company business.
- Directed market planning and research to identify new business opportunities.
- Boosted advertising exposure by negotiating rates and newspaper placements.
- Tracked and reviewed website metrics with GoDaddy to monitor and measure marketing campaigns, spot trends and proactively adjust strategies.
Office Manager
Premier Wealth Advisory Group
07.2022 - 04.2023
- Reviewed company files and records to obtain information and respond to requests
- Interacted professionally with customers and inside personnel, answering questions and responding to phone and email inquiries
- Reviewed documents and obtained additional information to complete accurate paperwork and avoid delays
- Created memos, letters and other documents, fostering internal and external communication
- Maintained impeccable office organization to support efficiency, professionalism and performance objectives
- Established workflow processes, monitored daily productivity.
Homeschool Educator
self
Sand Lake, NY
06.2016 - 06.2022
- Managed simultaneous needs of three children with organized schedules.
- Offered children rich and diverse learning opportunities through traditional and digital-based education as well as field trips, group gatherings and special events.
- Created lesson plans and chose supporting materials to promote positive learning experiences.
- Planned and implemented lessons using various teaching strategies to meet diverse student needs.
Legal Secretary
Levene Gouldin & Thompson, LLP
Vestal, NY
07.2015 - 06.2016
- Drafted letters and prepared legal correspondence for attorneys and legal assistants
- Coordinated and scheduled meetings and telephone conferences
- Composed and revised legal documents and depositions
- Opened new client files and new matters in CMS
- Processed and distributed invoices to bill clients.
- Assisted in preparation of engagement letters.
- Arranged case files and maintained records and notebooks.
Education
Bachelor's degree - Philosophy, Politics, Law
Binghamton University
05.2014
Associate's degree - Communications and Media Arts
SUNY Broome Community College
05.2012
Certification, Bible/Biblical Studies -
Davis College
01.2009
Skills
- Team Leadership
- Web Design
- Web Development
- Sales Management
- Communication
- Scheduling
- Marketing
- Advertising
- Drafting legal documents
- File and Records Management
- Office administration
- Legal research
Interests
Licenses & Certifications
Personal Trainer Certification - National Council on Strength & Fitness - NCSF
Insurance Agent, Accident, Health, Life, & Fixed Annuities - New York State Department of Financial Services LA-1762986
Timeline
Server
Lakeview on Crystal Lake
06.2023 - Current
Office Manager
Premier Wealth Advisory Group
07.2022 - 04.2023
Head of Marketing and Advertising
Premier Wealth Advisory Group
06.2022 - Current
Homeschool Educator
self
06.2016 - 06.2022
Legal Secretary
Levene Gouldin & Thompson, LLP
07.2015 - 06.2016
Bachelor's degree - Philosophy, Politics, Law
Binghamton University
Associate's degree - Communications and Media Arts
SUNY Broome Community College
Certification, Bible/Biblical Studies -
Davis College
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