Despo Baltoumas
Malone,NY
Summary
Accomplished Legal Secretary with a proven track record at Franklin County Public Defender's Office, adept in court filing and maintaining confidentiality. Excelled in multitasking and fostering communication, significantly enhancing client-attorney interactions. Holds a New York Notary Public certification, demonstrating a blend of technical proficiency and exceptional organizational skills. Hardworking and passionate job seeker with strong organizational skills eager to secure entry-level [Job Title] position. Ready to help team achieve company goals.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Legal Secretary
Franklin County Public Defender's Office
07.2022 - 05.2024
- 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.
- Prepared Custody Orders and Orders to Show Cause.
- Scheduled and made appointments for four attorneys.
- Scheduled and made appointments for four attorneys.
- Scheduled and made appointments for four attorneys.
New York Certified Teaching Assistant
Salmon River Central School District
02.2017 - 06.2022
- Assisted teachers with classroom management and document coordination to maintain positive learning environment.
- Managed classroom behavior effectively, creating a positive learning atmosphere conducive to academic success.
- Supported classroom maintenance and upkeep, organizing books and materials.
- Supported classroom activities, tutoring, and reviewing work.
News Reporter and Food Columnist
The Malone Telegram
01.2015 - 09.2016
- Wrote a weekly food column incorporating a recipe and the memories surrounding it.
- Enhanced live news coverage by providing real-time updates and analysis during significant events.
- Collected data from various sources to determine facts and opinions and fashioned into cohesive story for television or radio broadcast.
- Presented news by researching, developing and covering field news events.
Education
J.D. - Law
Washburn University of Topeka Law School
Topeka, KSBachelor of Arts - American Studies
University of Massachusetts - Lowell
Lowell, MASkills
- Court Filing
- Document Formatting
- Efficient multi-tasker
- Appointment Setting
- New York Notary Public
- Zoom, Teams, Outlook Excel
Languages
Greek
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Legal Secretary
Franklin County Public Defender's Office
07.2022 - 05.2024
New York Certified Teaching Assistant
Salmon River Central School District
02.2017 - 06.2022
News Reporter and Food Columnist
The Malone Telegram
01.2015 - 09.2016
J.D. - Law
Washburn University of Topeka Law School
Bachelor of Arts - American Studies
University of Massachusetts - Lowell
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