Dana Morris
Monroe,NC
Summary
Focused and dedicated Legal Assistant with exceptional work ethic and proven strengths in case management support. Strong multitasker skilled at managing high-volume caseloads while consistently meeting deadlines. Great communicator and people person.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Legal Assistant
John H. Painter, Attorney at Law
Monroe, NC
03.2000 - Current
- Reviewed and prepared legal documents, such as contracts, pleadings, motions, briefs, memoranda of law and discovery requests.
- Researched case law, statutes, regulations and other legal authorities to support assigned tasks.
- Maintained client confidentiality in all matters.
- Assisted with document production.
- Organized exhibits for trial proceedings.
- Attended hearings with counsel and recorded minutes from the proceedings.
- Provided administrative support to attorney by managing calendars; scheduling appointments; organizing files; preparing correspondence; filing court documents; and obtaining necessary signatures.
- Greeted clients upon arrival at office and provided assistance as needed.
- Processed incoming mail on a daily basis.
- Answered phones promptly while providing courteous customer service.
- Performed basic bookkeeping duties including tracking payments received from clients.
- Developed forms used during pre-trial negotiations between parties.
- Maintained inventory levels of office supplies necessary for day-to-day operations.
- Ensured that all paperwork was properly filed according to established procedures.
- Handled telephone calls, meeting plans and conference organization requirements.
- Filed clients' legal documents in relevant courts for processing.
- Managed office scheduling and kept accurate notes on deadlines, motions and other dates.
- Responded to client calls and inquiries to deliver applicable information.
- Drafted motions and other legal documents.
- Organized and prepared case exhibits and evidence for trial.
Education
High School Diploma -
Central Piedmont Community College
Charlotte, NC12-1989
Some College (No Degree) - Social Work
Anson Community College, Polkton, NC
Skills
- Daily docket report
- Data Management
- Criminal Law
- Office Management
- Document Preparation
- Calendar Management
- Client Billing
- Organizational Efficiency
- Fast Learner
Certification
A Notary Public for the State of North Carolina for 11 years.
Timeline
Legal Assistant
John H. Painter, Attorney at Law
03.2000 - Current
High School Diploma -
Central Piedmont Community College
Some College (No Degree) - Social Work
Anson Community College, Polkton, NC
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