Cynthia M. Meeks
San Antonio,TX
Summary
Resourceful professional in legal administrative support, known for high productivity and efficient task completion. Skilled in legal document preparation, case management software, and client communication. Excel at multitasking, prioritization, and confidentiality, ensuring seamless operations in fast-paced legal environments. Collaborative team leader skilled in training personnel and maintaining high standards of efficiency and accuracy.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Legal Secretary
City Attorney
San Antonio, USA
2008.10 - 2009.07
- Compiled reports and prepared petitions while assisting attorney staff with case preparation, including conducting legal research.
- Maintained automated databases, conducted file close-out, and compiled data to draft and produce reports and correspondence supporting legal processes.
- Developed and maintained various filing systems, and managed the case database.
- Proofread a wide variety of reports, letters, memos, tables and charts. Composed correspondence for review and signature by attorney staff.
- Supported attorneys with data analysis.
- Coordinated and scheduled training sessions for attorneys.
- Maintained a calendar of activities, meetings, and various events for assigned staff; made travel arrangements.
- Coordinated meetings and activities with other city departments, the public and outside agencies.
- Improved logistical practices for the City Attorney’s Office and reorganized the filing system for the attorney staff to increase efficiency within the department.
Paralegal/Office Manager
Law Offices of Jan Perry Lederer, PC
2000.05 - 2006.06
- Drafted and organized legal documents for court filings and client communication.
- Reviewed and organized legal documents, such as pleadings, motions, and briefs.
- Managed case files to ensure compliance with legal standards and meet all deadlines.
- Reviewed contracts and agreements for accuracy and compliance with regulations.
- Coordinated client communications to gather information and provide timely case updates.
- Supervised and reviewed paralegal and administrative staff work, enhancing team efficiency and accuracy.
- Conducted training of paralegal and administrative professionals.
- Scheduled meetings, depositions, and court appearances for attorneys and clients.
- Maintained electronic databases for case management and document storage.
- Drafted correspondence to clients and other attorneys.
- Filed pleadings and paperwork with court clerk to meet strict deadlines.
- Organized exhibits for trial by preparing materials and supporting documentation.
- Managed discovery process, including coordinating document production.
- Utilized QuickBooks Desktop to prepare client invoices. Monitored payments due from clients and promptly contacted clients with past due payments.
Education
Master of Arts - Early Childhood and Elementary Education
University of Texas At San Antonio
San Antonio, TX2011-12
Bachelor of Arts - Mexican-American Studies
University of Texas At San Antonio
San Antonio, TX2008-05
Skills
- Court filing
- Case management
- Client communication
- Office administration
- Billing and invoicing
- QuickBooks
- Document scanning
- Notary public
Affiliations
- Alpha Chi National Honor Society
- Kappa Delta Pi
Languages
- English
- Spanish
Volunteer Experience
- PTSA Parliamentarian, J.P. Stevens High School
- VP of Volunteers, J.P. Stevens High School
- PTA Treasurer, Murnin Elementary School
- Member, Murnin Student Advisory and Parental Involvement Committee
- Mentor, Murnin Elementary School
- PALS program, Murnin Elementary School
Timeline
Legal Secretary
City Attorney
2008.10 - 2009.07
Paralegal/Office Manager
Law Offices of Jan Perry Lederer, PC
2000.05 - 2006.06
Master of Arts - Early Childhood and Elementary Education
University of Texas At San Antonio
Bachelor of Arts - Mexican-American Studies
University of Texas At San Antonio