Ashton Harbin
Hahira,GA
Summary
Legal Secretary thrives in professional business environment. Driven to maintain ethical standards while providing top-notch assistance to attorneys and clients. Diligent legal professional skilled in fulfilling legal research needs and providing expert case management support. Experience in both corporate and environmental law office environments. Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong work ethic, adaptability, and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Personal Legal Secretary
Ellerbee Law Firm
Valdosta , GA
06.2024 - Current
- Updated case management software with pertinent data relating to client cases.
- Created spreadsheets to track deadlines associated with client cases.
- Reviewed incoming mail for accuracy and compliance with established policies and procedures.
- Conducted new client intakes as directed by supervising attorney.
- Ordered supplies as requested by attorneys or staff members.
- Scanned documents into electronic filing systems for easy retrieval.
- Attended court proceedings when necessary to take notes or provide assistance.
- Performed research tasks on behalf of attorneys as needed.
- Answered incoming calls and emails in a professional manner.
- Processed payments from clients for services rendered by the firm.
- Handled confidential information in accordance with the firm's protocols.
- Prepared documents for court appearances including pleadings, motions, discovery requests, subpoenas.
Assistant Manager
H&r Block
Valdosta, GA
12.2021 - 05.2024
- Supervised daily operations including scheduling shifts, assigning duties.
- Monitored employee attendance records, timekeeping, and payroll information.
- Coordinated with other departments to ensure smooth flow of operations.
- Created reports on sales trends, inventory levels, and financial data.
- Resolved conflicts between team members in an effective manner.
- Provided guidance and support to junior staff members on daily tasks, projects, and objectives.
- Collaborated with management on developing strategic plans for achieving business goals.
- Organized training sessions for new hires to familiarize them with the workplace environment.
- Conducted regular performance reviews for employees to identify areas of improvement.
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge of company products and services.
- Produced thorough, accurate and timely reports of project activities.
Shift Leader
Starbucks, Barista
Tifton, GA
06.2017 - 11.2021
- Managed inventory levels by monitoring stock levels, ordering supplies when necessary, and ensuring product quality was up to standard prior to use or sale.
- Verified that cash drawers contained correct amounts of money during opening and closing shifts.
- Enforced safety guidelines among staff members in order to prevent accidents or injuries from occurring on the premises.
- Handled customer inquiries in a timely manner while providing accurate information regarding menu items and promotions.
- Performed basic maintenance tasks such as changing light bulbs or replacing broken equipment parts as needed.
- Conducted regular meetings with team members to discuss upcoming events or changes in policy and procedures.
- Assisted in training new employees on shift operations.
- Scheduled team members for shifts based on business needs and customer demand.
- Ensured staff was properly trained on all aspects of their job duties, including safety protocols.
Education
Associate of Arts - Criminal Justice
Georgia Military College - Milledgeville
Milledgeville, GA04-2024
Skills
- Professional correspondence
- Calendar Management
- Client Communication
- File Management
- Billing and Invoicing
- Meeting Coordination
- Criminal justice research
- Proofreading abilities
- Civil Law
- Case coordination
- Spreadsheets
- Phone Etiquette
- Document Management
- Appointment Setting
- Administrative Support
- Strong presentation skills
Accomplishments
- 4.0 Honor Graduate
- Head of Honor Council in College
- Phi Theta Kappa member
- NSLS honor member
- CPR certified
- Ordained Minister
Languages
Spanish
Elementary
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Personal Legal Secretary
Ellerbee Law Firm
06.2024 - Current
Assistant Manager
H&r Block
12.2021 - 05.2024
Shift Leader
Starbucks, Barista
06.2017 - 11.2021
Associate of Arts - Criminal Justice
Georgia Military College - Milledgeville