Emily Barrett
Braintree,MA
Summary
Professional with strong background in legal support, equipped to handle variety of tasks in fast-paced environment. Expertise in legal research, document management, and case preparation, ensuring accuracy and compliance. Known for effective team collaboration and adaptability, always focused on achieving results and meeting deadlines. Strong organizational skills and proactive approach to problem-solving make for reliable asset.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Practice Assistant
K&L Gates
02.2022 - Current
- Improved communication between attorneys and clients by scheduling meetings, providing status updates, and relaying critical information promptly.
- Managed high-volume workload while maintaining strict attention to detail on every task such as drafting pleadings or summarizing depositions accurately.
- Delivered exceptional service to clients by assisting them with routine needs like obtaining copies of pertinent records or directing them to appropriate resources when needed.
- Supervised team of 10 attorneys, paralegals and other legal personnel in conduct of corporate legal and administrative business.
- Coordinated with vendors to deliver exceptional catering and audiovisual services during events.
- Adapted quickly when faced with unexpected challenges or changes in plans, maintaining composure while finding effective solutions.
Paralegal/Legal Assistant
Law Office of George F. Miller
04.2022 - Current
- Assists and supports lawyers and paralegals with their work as needed
- Welcomes guests and clients by greeting them in person or on the telephone, and by answering or directing inquiries
- Travel arrangements
- Calendar management and file maintenance
- Review and revision of monthly billing statements/invoices
- Maintains client confidence by keeping client/attorney information confidential
- Drafts, revises, and edits correspondence and other written documents, and collects and analyzes information
- File, organize, scan, copy and fax legal documents in a timely manner
- Answer phone calls, take notes/messages and redirect calls when appropriate
- Facilitate the meeting of deadlines by keeping multiple agendas and provide timely reminders
- Records and documents meeting discussions, maintains transcripts, documents, and maintains evidence
Server/Hostess
Rags Tavern
06.2018 - 10.2022
- Managed cash and credit transactions efficiently.
- Handled customer inquiries via phone regarding pricing information.
- Maintained accuracy in recording by verifying orders with customers.
- Handled payment processing promptly.
Highschool Preschool Student Helper
Braintree High School
01.2015 - 12.2017
- Engaged preschool students in educational activities within a hands-on lab.
- Developed effective lesson plans and engaging activities to enhance students' learning.
- Designed activities to boost students' fine and gross motor skills.
Education
Bachelors - Sociology, Business Administration
University Of New Hampshire
Durham, NH05.2021
High School -
Braintree High School
Braintree, MA01.2017
Skills
- File Management Expertise
- Effective Time Management
- Proficient Meeting Coordination
- Effective Telephone Interaction
- Effective Communication
- Medical records
- Medical billing
- Report writing
- Organizational skills
- Skilled in Microsoft Word Formatting
- Advanced Excel Skills
- Email Management Proficiency
- Microsoft Access
- Microsoft Office
- Technology management
- Supply Management
- Advanced Legal Research
- Legal Document Preparation
- Administrative Coordination
- Schedule Coordination
Timeline
Paralegal/Legal Assistant
Law Office of George F. Miller
04.2022 - Current
Practice Assistant
K&L Gates
02.2022 - Current
Server/Hostess
Rags Tavern
06.2018 - 10.2022
Highschool Preschool Student Helper
Braintree High School
01.2015 - 12.2017
Bachelors - Sociology, Business Administration
University Of New Hampshire
High School -
Braintree High School
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