Cayla Hall
Jacksonville,FL
Summary
Assisted legal team at Morgan and Morgan as a pre-suite secretary. Developed communication skills through client interactions. Supported training of new pre-suite secretaries. Managed family business by overseeing semi-truck parking lot operations. Accounted for monthly payments and organized truck placements. Returned to Morgan and Morgan to work in trucking department, gaining knowledge in trucking coverage and logistics laws. Collaborated with team on various projects beyond job description. Took pride in completing tasks efficiently and effectively.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Personal Assistant
Absolute Towing and Contracting
Jacksonville, FL
- Current
- Manage appointments, filing, documents.
Legal Assistant
Morgan and Morgan
Jacksonville, FL
03.2025 - Current
- Drafted legal documents and correspondence for attorney review.
- Conducted legal research to support case preparation and strategy development.
- Managed case files and maintained organized documentation systems.
- Assisted in trial preparation, including exhibits and witness lists.
- Coordinated client communications to ensure consistent updates on case status.
- Collaborated with team members to streamline office workflows and procedures.
- Maintained strict confidentiality, protecting sensitive client information as required by legal ethics and regulations.
- Increased client satisfaction by efficiently managing case files and promptly addressing inquiries.
- Managed high-volume workload while maintaining strict attention to detail on every task such as drafting pleadings or summarizing depositions accurately.
- Facilitated timely resolution of legal matters by preparing and organizing essential documents.
- Managed accounts and client records of clients, observing confidentiality, and extreme discretion.
- Handled billing tasks efficiently and accurately, ensuring smooth financial operations for the legal team.
- Enhanced office productivity by implementing efficient document management systems for easy retrieval and storage.
Pre-Suit Secretary
Morgan and Morgan
Jacksonville, FL
03.2021 - 06.2022
- Managed scheduling and calendar coordination for multiple executives.
- Prepared and distributed meeting agendas and minutes for staff meetings.
- Maintained filing system, enhancing document retrieval efficiency and organization.
- Assisted in processing invoices and expense reports to ensure timely payments.
- Developed office procedures, improving workflow and administrative efficiency.
- Trained new hires on office protocols and software systems for smooth integration.
Education
High school diploma - undefined
University Christian School
Jacksonville, FLSkills
- Coordinated front desk functions, including handling inquiries and maintaining a welcoming environment for guests
- Coordinated logistics and administrative functions to enhance productivity and streamline daily operations
- Developed proficiency in office procedures,
- contributing to a productive and organized work environment
- Task prioritization
- Data interpretation
- Phone call management
Timeline
Legal Assistant
Morgan and Morgan
03.2025 - Current
Pre-Suit Secretary
Morgan and Morgan
03.2021 - 06.2022
Personal Assistant
Absolute Towing and Contracting
- Current
High school diploma - undefined
University Christian School