Outgoing student pursuing flexible part-time employment and a work environment that will help prepare for a future career. Offers excellent technical abilities with software and applications, ability to handle challenging work, and excellent time management skills.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Legal Assistant
Rick Davis and Associates
08.2024 - Current
Maintained strict confidentiality, protecting sensitive client information as required by legal ethics and regulations.
Handled office scheduling and made notes for deadlines, motions, and other important dates.
Improved communication between attorneys and clients by scheduling meetings, providing status updates, and relaying critical information promptly.
Facilitated timely resolution of legal matters by preparing and organizing essential documents.
Responded to client inquiries, providing accurate legal advice and offering assistance.
Managed accounts and client records of clients, observing confidentiality, and extreme discretion.
Assisted with trial preparation, including creation of exhibits, compilation of witness lists, and organization of evidence materials.
Drafted accurate and persuasive legal correspondence, contributing to successful negotiations and settlements.
Conducted comprehensive legal research using various resources such as online databases, law libraries, or government agencies to support case strategies effectively.
Legal Assistant
Singleton Law Firm
05.2023 - 08.2024
Coordinated travel arrangements for attorneys attending out-of-town meetings or conferences.
Conducted research using online databases and other sources to assist attorneys in preparation for hearings and trials.
Maintained case files in accordance with firm policy.
Basic office cleaning; vacuuming, mopping, disinfecting, restroom cleaning, etc.
Attended client meetings to take notes on progress or changes needed to be made in cases.
Proofread all drafts of work product prior to submission to ensure accuracy and completeness of information provided by attorneys.
Developed strong relationships with internal staff members as well as external contacts such as opposing counsels or government agencies.
Assisted clients with inquiries related to their cases via phone or email communication.
Provided administrative support such as scheduling meetings, arranging travel plans, creating expense reports, maintaining calendars, answering phones, photocopying and scanning documents .
Greeted clients at office visits ensuring their needs were met efficiently and professionally.
Grain Sampler
Coastal Warehouse
05.2022 - 07.2022
Trained staff on safe sampling practices and operating procedures.
Reported findings to management in a timely manner.
Collected samples from bins, trucks, railcars, or ships.
Calibrated moisture meters, scales, and other instruments.
Weighed and measured samples to determine moisture content.
Communicated effectively with customers regarding sampling services.
Responded quickly to emergency situations involving grain spills or contamination.
Cleaned and maintained grain sampling equipment.
Organized sample data into computer spreadsheets for analysis.
Ensured accurate documentation of all testing results in accordance with industry standards.