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CRYSTAL DIGIROLAMO

Bellmawr,NJ

Summary

Driven Legal Assistant with 15+ years experience in administrative work. With a proven track record of providing exceptional administrative support in fast-paced environments. Offering keen attention to detail and strong decision-making skills to manage multiple, concurrent tasks. Self-motivated work ethic to perform effectively in independent or team environments.

Overview

18
18
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Executive Legal Assistant

SOUTH JERSEY DIVORCE SOLUTIONS
08.2021 - Current
  • Payroll.
  • Maintaining client files through the system.
  • Maintain attorney & staff calendar.
  • Data Entry.
  • Drafting, reviewing and editing legal documents for attorney review/court submission.
  • Drafting, reviewing and editing legal documents for attorney review/court submission
  • Implementing and maintaining Standard Operating Procedures.
  • Filed court documents and legal pleadings with court clerk on behalf of attorneys.
  • Worked alongside attorneys, administrative assistants, and fellow legal assistants on complex cases and legal processes.
  • Prepared and drafted correspondence and legal forms to maintain smooth communications.
  • Scheduled appointments, court appearances, and depositions for law firm.
  • Managed accounts and client records of clients, observing confidentiality, and extreme discretion.
  • Responded to client inquiries to provide accurate legal advice and offer assistance.
  • Coordinated with court personnel and attorneys to determine scheduling of hearings and filing documents.
  • Completed electronic filings, initiated billing statements, and managed firm administrative matters.
  • Prepared for court hearings by organizing and summarizing documents, preparing exhibits and reviewing evidence.
  • Handled office scheduling and made notes for deadlines, motions, and other important dates.
  • Handling incoming and outgoing mail
  • Discussing the consultation process with potential new clients
  • Organized documents to manage paper and electronic filing systems of clients.
  • Diligently edited legal correspondence for grammar and spelling.
  • Created and printed legal documents for attorneys to review.
  • Completed data entry of legal documents into electronic filing systems.
  • Filed documents with courts on behalf of attorney.
  • Communicated professionally with clients, colleagues and legal partnership verbally and in writing.
  • Developed and maintained positive relationships with clients and colleagues.
  • Prioritized and handled multiple assignments and maintained firm commitment to deadlines.
  • Arranged for delivery of legal correspondence to clients, witnesses, and court officials.
  • Prepared and processed invoices for attorney billing.
  • Transcribed information from typed or handwritten notes, shorthand or dictation and confirmed accuracy and correct formatting of documents.
  • Notary

Supervisor

PHELAN, HALLINAN, DIAMOND & JONES, P.C
04.2010 - 01.2021
  • Responsible for supervising 4 departments including 18+ employees within 4 states, providing support/expertise.
  • Applied strong leadership talents and problem-solving skills to maintain team efficiency and organize workflows.
  • Handled employee complaints, resolved issues, and adjusted policies to meet changing needs.
  • Monitored workflow to improve employee time management and increase productivity.
  • Evaluated employee performance and coached and trained to improve weak areas.
  • Achieved results by working with staff to meet established targets.
  • Maintained compliance with company policies, objectives, and communication goals.
  • Educated staff on organizational mission and goals to help employees achieve success.
  • Prepared department specific reports, ran case finds/task audits and offered weekly feedback to team members as well as supervisors, managing attorneys and partners.
  • Managed an active caseload of files in foreclosure.
  • Worked closely with attorneys and supervisors to offer administrative support.
  • Directed Client calls and Department meetings on a regular basis.
  • Input data and case information into firm specific data bases.
  • Reviewed and edited legal documents for attorney review/court submission.
  • Evaluated a wide array of court documents and dockets.
  • E-Filed large quantities of document with the Office of Foreclosure.
  • E-Recorded documents with the counties.
  • Mailed/Served documents.

Legal Assistant

SPRAGUE AND SPRAGUE
10.2007 - 04.2010
  • Answering and directing multi-line phone system with high volume calls
  • Kept reception area clean and neat to give visitors positive first impression.
  • Confirmed appointments, communicated with clients, and updated client records.
  • Daily mail obligations.
  • Filing documents with the courts manually and electronically.
  • Data entry.
  • Maintaining filing.
  • Typing pleadings, letters, memorandums, etc.
  • Dictation.
  • Scheduling and setting up meetings.
  • Copying/Faxing.
  • Getting documents together for court/trials.
  • Helping other secretaries/attorneys with their workloads.

Medical Secretary

CALZARETTO CHIROPRACTIC CENTER
08.2005 - 10.2007
  • Answering and directing multi-line phone system with high volume calls. Handled calls to offer office information, answer questions, and direct calls to staff and scheduling patient.
  • Greeted visitors and initiated triage processes for clients to streamline patient flow.
  • Kept information confidential and followed HIPAA guidelines to maintain patient trust.
  • Organized paperwork such as charts and reports for office and patient needs.
  • Patient billing through insurance carriers.
  • Maintained current and accurate medical records for patients.
  • Documented patient medical information, case histories, and insurance details to facilitate smooth appointments and payment processing.
  • Located, checked in, and pulled medical records for patient appointments and incomplete charts.
  • Supported office staff and operational requirements with administrative tasks.
  • Used knowledge of medical terminology to transcribe patient information from written copy, electronic equipment, or verbal direction.
  • Taking copious notes for patients regarding their pain
  • Maintained office supplies inventory by checking stock, anticipating department needs, and placing and expediting orders.
  • Handing daily mail obligations
  • Performed various administrative tasks by filing, copying and faxing documents and mail obligations.
  • Sending medical reports to attorneys and doctors
  • Putting together special medical packages

Education

Diploma -

Gateway Regional High School
Woodbury Heights
06.2003

Cosmetology

Gloucester County Institute of Technology
Sewell
06.2004

Skills

  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office including Word, Excel, and Outlook
  • Paychex site knowledge
  • Excellent oral and written communications abilities
  • Strong time management and prioritization abilities
  • Client Relations
  • Operating office equipment
  • Fast, accurate data entry skill
  • Spreadsheet and data management
  • Process improvement/problem solving
  • Excellent customer service skills

Additional Information

  • AWARDS , Employee of the Month – March 2016 – Recognition of outstanding performance

Certification

Notary Certification - Exp. January 31, 2027

Cosmetology License

Timeline

Executive Legal Assistant

SOUTH JERSEY DIVORCE SOLUTIONS
08.2021 - Current

Supervisor

PHELAN, HALLINAN, DIAMOND & JONES, P.C
04.2010 - 01.2021

Legal Assistant

SPRAGUE AND SPRAGUE
10.2007 - 04.2010

Medical Secretary

CALZARETTO CHIROPRACTIC CENTER
08.2005 - 10.2007

Diploma -

Gateway Regional High School

Cosmetology

Gloucester County Institute of Technology

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