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Caitlin Margot Gribble

DesMoines,WA

Summary

Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Meticulous attention to detail. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.

Overview

33
33
years of professional experience

Work History

Legal Assistant

Marine View Law
06.2023 - Current
  • Screened and calendared potential clients for attorney consult.
  • Contacted clients to schedule appointments and discuss progress of cases.
  • Reviewed, edited and proofread correspondence for proper grammar, spelling and punctuation.
  • Managed accounts and client records, observing confidentiality, and extreme discretion.
  • Completed electronic filings, initiated billing statements, and managed firm administrative matters.
  • Prepared and drafted correspondence and legal forms to maintain smooth communications.
  • Filed court documents and legal pleadings with court clerk on behalf of attorneys.
  • Managed accounts and client records of clients, observing confidentiality, and extreme discretion.
  • Produced legal documents such as briefs, pleadings and appeals.

Library Technician

Marvista Elementary
09.2019 - Current
  • Forecasted school-wide technology needs and collaborated with Highline School District IT Department
  • Responded to telephone calls, email, and personal requests for technical support
  • Organized circulation desk with more than 19,000 books and periodicals to be checked out

Assistant Supervisor

SMS International Shore Operations
05.2016 - 09.2021
  • Revised work practices to improve efficiency, boost quality and provide exceptional customer service
  • Resolved guest services challenges
  • Recommended changes to policies and procedures to maximize team efficiency and productivity
  • Assisted with new candidate recruitment and interviewing

Classified Support Staff

Marvista Elementary
11.2010 - 08.2019
  • Led certificated and classified staff trainings in state testing procedures and guidelines
  • Developed cloud-based database for tracking student literacy progress as an Leveled Literacy Intervention specialist
  • Mentored students and provided support for academic and behavioral needs

Managing Editor

Washington State Association For Justice
10.1991 - 08.1996
  • Published monthly 28-page newspaper, Trial News, with a circulation of 3,000+ lawyers and legal support staff
  • Oversaw compliance with style guide, editorial guidelines and brand identity throughout entire publication portfolio
  • Worked with graphic artists, post-production team members and other specialists to produce captivating and successful content
  • Proofread, edited and evaluated final copy to verify content aligned with established guidelines
  • Checked reference sources to verify dates, facts and statistics

Education

Paralegal Plus Certificate - Legal Studies

Highline College
Des Moines, WA
12.2024

Bachelor of Arts - Business Administration And Management

Western Washington University
Bellingham, WA
06.1987

Skills

  • Exceptional software skills and proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, Open Office, and Google Docs
  • Keyboarding approximately 90 wpm
  • Proficiency in Logikcull and Relativity

Accomplishments

  • Marvista Elementary School PTSA Orca Award, 2015
  • Golden Acorn Award Nominee, Highline School District, 2015
  • Pacific Middle School PTSA Viking Award, June 2011


Timeline

Legal Assistant

Marine View Law
06.2023 - Current

Library Technician

Marvista Elementary
09.2019 - Current

Assistant Supervisor

SMS International Shore Operations
05.2016 - 09.2021

Classified Support Staff

Marvista Elementary
11.2010 - 08.2019

Managing Editor

Washington State Association For Justice
10.1991 - 08.1996

Paralegal Plus Certificate - Legal Studies

Highline College

Bachelor of Arts - Business Administration And Management

Western Washington University
Caitlin Margot Gribble