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Jaclyn Yurkus

Chicopee

Summary

Knowledgeable Legal Assistant with strong background in legal documentation and client correspondence. Proven ability to manage complex schedules, coordinate meetings, and assist in preparation of legal documents. Demonstrated proficiency in legal research and maintaining confidentiality in all tasks.

Overview

23
23
years of professional experience

Work History

Receptionist

Kearns & Kearns, PC
03.2006 - Current

Proofreads estate planning documents, such as wills and health care instructions

  • Managed front desk operations, ensuring efficient workflow and excellent customer service.
  • Coordinated appointment scheduling, optimizing staff time and enhancing patient experience.
  • Responded to inquiries via phone and email with professionalism and clarity, resolving issues promptly.
  • Maintained a high level of professionalism while handling sensitive customer information, ensuring privacy and confidentiality.
  • Ensured a welcoming atmosphere for guests with efficient check-in and check-out procedures.
  • Contributed to the company''s positive image by consistently delivering exceptional service to clients and visitors.
  • Directed incoming calls to internal personnel and departments, routing to best-qualified department.
  • Answered multi-line phone system and enthusiastically greeted callers.
  • Assisted management with administrative tasks such as data entry, filing, and report generation as required.
  • Provided clerical support to company employees by copying, faxing, and filing documents.
  • Greeted visitors and customers upon arrival, offered assistance, and answered questions to build rapport and retention.
  • Maintained organized and clean front office area to create professional and welcoming environment for visitors and employees.
  • Maintained confidentiality of sensitive data to protect customer and business information.
  • Organized, maintained and updated information in computer databases.
  • Interacted with vendors, contractors and professional services personnel to receive orders, direct activities, and communicate instructions.
  • Assisted internal staff with clerical and administrative needs to maximize efficiency and team productivity.
  • Scheduled office meetings and client appointments for staff teams.
  • Tracked important information in [Software] spreadsheets and ran reports or generated graphs using data.
  • Completed data entry and filing to keep records updated for easy retrieval.
  • Completed all tasks in compliance with company policies and procedures.
  • Scheduled, coordinated and confirmed appointments and meetings.
  • Maintained clean reception area to promote positive, professional environment for clients.
  • Reduced wait times for callers, promptly answering phone lines and directing calls as needed.
  • Sorted, received, and distributed mail correspondence between departments and personnel.
  • Routed incoming mail and messages to relevant personnel without delay.
  • Balanced employee availability, customer schedules, and maximum load levels when scheduling appointments.
  • Expedited daily office tasks such as mail distribution, document scanning, photocopying, and data entry to ensure smooth workflow.
  • Acted as first point of contact and set appointments for prospective clients.
  • Contributed to a positive work environment through excellent interpersonal skills and genuine care for colleagues'' needs or concerns.
  • Boosted company image by providing friendly, professional, and timely assistance to all visitors, clients, and vendors.
  • Enhanced customer satisfaction by efficiently managing incoming calls and directing them to appropriate departments.
  • Took delivery of packages and documents, applying appropriate internal policies relating to chain of possession.
  • Oversaw office equipment maintenance to support continuous and uninterrupted operations.
  • Streamlined office operations for increased productivity by organizing and maintaining physical and digital filing systems.
  • Supported executive staff with calendar management, meeting coordination, travel arrangements, and expense reporting for optimal time utilization.
  • Maintained inventory of office supplies, preventing shortages and supporting daily operations.
  • Facilitated communication between departments, improving overall organizational efficiency.
  • Developed and maintained organized filing systems, reducing retrieval time for important documents.
  • Coordinated meeting room bookings, optimizing space utilization and accommodating diverse needs.
  • Managed multi-line phone system, ensuring prompt and courteous service to callers.

Legal Secretary

Howd & Ludorf
11.2005 - 01.2006
  • Assisted attorneys with discovery, drafting pre-trial motions, summary judgments, trial preparation, and removal papers
  • Prepared subpoenas, summons and complains, coordinated with marshals to have documents served
  • Scheduled depositions, handled communication with various parties
  • Responsible for editing and proofreading of large briefs, memos and motions
  • Arranged for delivery of legal correspondence to clients, witnesses, and court officials.
  • Organized files for court proceedings.
  • Prepared legal correspondence and wrote professional letters for legal assistants and attorneys.
  • Assisted in drafting legal documents such as pleadings, motions, and briefs, contributing to successful case resolutions.
  • Created, indexed, and maintained client binders.
  • Supported case preparation by drafting pleadings, motions, and other legal documents under attorney supervision.

Legal Secretary

Bingham McCutchen, LLP
10.2005 - 10.2005
  • Contract position as a floating legal secretary
  • Experienced working in litigation; real estate and bankruptcy fields
  • Handled multi-line phone coverage
  • Performed various administrative tasks including scheduling reservations, and billing
  • Received and placed telephone calls to clients and prospective clients.
  • Screened telephone calls and forwarded to appropriate departments.

Legal Secretary

Saxe, Doernberger & Vita, P.C.
03.2005 - 09.2005
  • Worked with lawyers and associates in litigation issues
  • Responsible for organization and flow of various size case files
  • Maintained strict confidentiality of sensitive information to protect client privacy and uphold professional ethics.
  • Maintained strict confidentiality of all client and firm information, reinforcing firm's commitment to client privacy.
  • Transcribed information from typed or handwritten notes, shorthand or dictation and confirmed accuracy and correct formatting of documents.
  • Created and printed legal documents for attorneys to review.

Customer Service Representative

CBCA Rx
11.2002 - 03.2005
  • Assisted company representatives and employees with understanding their pharmacy benefits plan
  • Aided pharmacists with accurate prescription processing
  • Required an in-depth knowledge of health-care structure
  • Assigned to handling of direct member reimbursements
  • Enhanced customer satisfaction by promptly addressing concerns and providing accurate information.
  • Responded to customer requests for products, services, and company information.
  • Handled escalated calls efficiently, finding satisfactory resolutions for both customers and the company alike.
  • Provided ongoing support for customers navigating insurance claims, ensuring timely resolutions.
  • Resolved customer complaints with empathy, resulting in increased loyalty and repeat business.
  • Maintained detailed records of customer interactions and transactions, ensuring accurate documentation and follow-up.
  • Exhibited high energy and professionalism when dealing with clients and staff.

Education

Paralegal Certificate Program -

Manchester Community College
Manchester, CT
12.2010

Criminal Justice, Creative Writing

Franklin Pierce College
Rindge, NH
01.2000

Skills

  • Proven oral and written skills
  • Proven self-starter and team player
  • Knowledgeable in various programs including Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Outlook, Time Matters, Time Slips
  • Strong work ethic, ability to work a flexible schedule
  • Typing speed of 79 words per minute
  • Familiar with legal terminology
  • Phone etiquette
  • Front desk operations
  • Organization skills

Interests

  • Experimenting with different creative mediums, like jewelry making, to expand skills and techniques
  • Adventure Travel
  • Committed to improving personal fitness through regular participation in cardio workouts
  • Crafting and DIY Projects

Timeline

Receptionist

Kearns & Kearns, PC
03.2006 - Current

Legal Secretary

Howd & Ludorf
11.2005 - 01.2006

Legal Secretary

Bingham McCutchen, LLP
10.2005 - 10.2005

Legal Secretary

Saxe, Doernberger & Vita, P.C.
03.2005 - 09.2005

Customer Service Representative

CBCA Rx
11.2002 - 03.2005

Criminal Justice, Creative Writing

Franklin Pierce College

Paralegal Certificate Program -

Manchester Community College

Hobbies and Interests

2008 Race in the Park for Breast Cancer, Hiking, Reading