CHERYL A. WILLIAMS
London
Summary
Committed, hard-working and dependable individual whom would like to become part of a team with like-minded goals and objectives.
Legal professional with strong focus on administrative and clerical support in fast-paced environments. Skilled in managing legal documents, coordinating schedules, and maintaining confidentiality. Team-oriented, adaptable, and driven by results. Known for reliability and effective communication, ensuring smooth operations and client satisfaction.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
Work History
Legal Administrative Assistant
Dinsmore & Shohl LLP
Columbus, OH
05.2021 - Current
- Supported multiple attorneys simultaneously by efficiently prioritizing tasks according to urgency or deadline requirements.
- Managed general clerical needs such as opening and closing files, scanning sheets and faxing documents.
- Facilitated clear communication between clients and attorneys by acting as a liaison to ensure all parties were informed of updates or changes.
- Prepared drafts of forms, letters and agreements for legal staff use.
- Reduced attorney workload through proficient document management, handling correspondence, and performing clerical tasks.
- Helped with intake of new clients and materials by setting up files and documenting important information.
- Developed efficient filing systems for legal documents resulting in reduced retrieval times and increased productivity.
- Managed accounts and client records of clients, observing confidentiality, and extreme discretion.
- Increased productivity by anticipating attorney needs and providing proactive support in various administrative tasks.
- Prepared and processed invoices for attorney billing.
Legal Assisant
Rothberg Logan & Warsco
Fort Wayne, IN
05.2019 - 04.2021
- Maintained strict confidentiality, protecting sensitive client information as required by legal ethics and regulations.
- Handled office scheduling and made notes for deadlines, motions, and other important dates.
- Improved communication between attorneys and clients by scheduling meetings, providing status updates, and relaying critical information promptly.
- Increased client satisfaction by efficiently managing case files and promptly addressing inquiries.
- Drafted legal documents, including pleadings and motions, to support attorneys in various cases.
- Managed correspondence with clients, courts, and opposing counsel, maintaining professionalism and confidentiality.
Legal Secretary
Porter Wright Morris & Arthur LLP
Columbus, OH
03.2004 - 04.2019
- Maintained strict confidentiality of sensitive information to protect client privacy and uphold professional ethics.
- Facilitated communication between clients and attorneys, ensuring prompt responses to inquiries.
- Arranged for delivery of legal correspondence to clients, witnesses, and court officials.
- Organized files for court proceedings.
- Managed multiple high-priority tasks simultaneously, meeting all deadlines while maintaining a high level of accuracy.
- Reduced errors in legal documents by implementing thorough proofreading processes.
- Scheduled and made appointments for [Number] attorneys.
- Coordinated meetings, conferences, and travel arrangements for attorneys, ensuring seamless scheduling across the firm.
- Diligently edited legal correspondence for grammar and spelling.
- Prepared and processed invoices for attorney billing.
- Managed check requests, expense reimbursement requests, invoices and accounts payable and receivable information.
- Developed and maintained positive relationships with clients and colleagues.
Education
High School - College Preparatory Curriculum
Fredericktown High School
01.1985
Columbus State Community College - Emergency Medical Services
Columbus State Community College
01.2002
Columbus Paraprofessional Institute - Travel and Tourism
Columbus Paraprofessional Institute
01.1986
Skills
- Office administration
- File management
- Calendar management
- Proofreading
- Document preparation
- Billing and invoicing
- Microsoft office
- Fast learner
- Document editing
- Task prioritization
- Organizational efficiency
- Client billing
Affiliations
- EMTI-Certification
Timeline
Legal Administrative Assistant
Dinsmore & Shohl LLP
05.2021 - Current
Legal Assisant
Rothberg Logan & Warsco
05.2019 - 04.2021
Legal Secretary
Porter Wright Morris & Arthur LLP
03.2004 - 04.2019
Columbus State Community College - Emergency Medical Services
Columbus State Community College
Columbus Paraprofessional Institute - Travel and Tourism
Columbus Paraprofessional Institute
High School - College Preparatory Curriculum
Fredericktown High School
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