Professional specializing in policy advising, bringing comprehensive experience in policy development and stakeholder engagement. Known for collaborative approach and adaptability to shifting priorities. Skilled in legislative analysis and strategic planning, with consistent focus on achieving results.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Policy Advisor
Arrow Group/Gunster, Yoakley, & Stewart, P.A.
01.2013 - Current
Ensures client policies and positions are shared with government officials and appropriate parties
Researches and examines legislation and regulatory proposals
Educates government officials and corporate officers on policy proposal and position on relevant issues
Influences opinion leaders regarding policy
Executes lobbying strategies for clients
Attends events and meetings such as legislative and regulatory proposals
Arranges and coordinates press conferences and events including Women in Energy, Insurance Forum, Day at the Capitol and other firm related events
Researches and responds to Requests for Proposals
Prepares talk sheets and other presentations for legislative issues/committee meetings
Tracks PAC and candidate funds; coordinates disbursement of PAC and candidate funds, including in-kind contributions; communicates with campaigns about fundraising events and compliance issues
Coordinates and successfully organize events and fly-ins for clients
Draft, track, and promotes legislative initiatives for a wide range of clients
Maintains Lobbytools database of all clients and lobbyists associated with the firm
Maintains campaign contribution database and corresponding spreadsheets for contribution request from clients
Develops and implements a communication strategy, media outreach and social content creation
Researches and writes press releases, content for firm website, blogs, and newsletters
Communicates governmental and other parties’ communication and responses to clients
Develop content that aligns with firm strategy and supports brand initiatives
Builds and maintains relationships with journalists and key external role-players
Legal Secretary
Sniffen & Spellman, P.A.
01.2009 - 01.2013
Create notebooks for hearings, trials and discovery
Schedule and calendar all imperative deadlines from court orders and discovery for 5 attorneys in the areas of Administrative Law, Labor & Employment Law and Civil Litigation
E-file court documents in Federal and State Courts; File documents with DOAH and OJCC
Schedule depositions, hearings and witness interviews
Schedule meetings, make travel arrangements, transcribe dictation and process all incoming and outgoing mail
Legal Research
Arranged for delivery of legal correspondence to clients, witnesses, and court officials.
Organized files for court proceedings.
Organized and maintained an efficient electronic filing system for easy access to critical documents and data.
Facilitated communication between clients and attorneys, ensuring prompt responses to inquiries.
Maintained strict confidentiality of sensitive information to protect client privacy and uphold professional ethics.
Managed multiple high-priority tasks simultaneously, meeting all deadlines while maintaining a high level of accuracy.
Assisted in drafting legal documents such as pleadings, motions, and briefs, contributing to successful case resolutions.
Legal Secretary
Borack & Associates, P.A.
01.2008 - 01.2009
Draft pleadings and motions for attorney review
Answer discovery for attorney review (Request for Production, Request for Admissions, and Interrogatories)
Bill and create invoices for all billable hours
Ran monthly reports for clients
Uploading and downloading of new claims from clients
Inform clients of any updates on cases, and other important issues relating to cases
Maintain deadline for all discovery requests
Schedule depositions and hearings
Enter attorney time
Receptionist/ Legal Secretary
Haley, Sinagra, Paul & Toland, P.A.
01.2006 - 01.2007
Draft Pleadings and motions for attorney review
Schedule hearings, depositions and witness interviews
Enter attorney time slips
Transcribe dictation and draft correspondence to clients
Open client files and process incoming and outgoing mail
Education
A.A. & A.S. - Paralegal Studies
Tallahassee Community College
Tallahassee, FL
01.2012
No Degree - Social Media Marketing
Tallahassee State College
09-2023
Skills
Problem-solving
Teamwork
Leadership
Work ethic
Attention to detail
Communication
Interpersonal skills
Computer programs: Filesite, Microsoft Programs-Word, Excel, Teams, etc, LobbyTools, BundleTrak & more