Janet Morrell
Quincy,MA
Summary
Dedicated legal assistant with extensive experience in family law, estate law/estate planning and real estate matters. Adept in document preparation, case file organization, and maintaining confidentiality.
Pursuing full-time role that presents professional challenges with a
positive attitude and commitment to learning and growth.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Legal Assstant
Joseph R Doktor,Esq.
Randolph, MA
06.2024 - Current
- Managed case files and documentation to ensure compliance with legal procedures.
- Assisted in trial preparation by organizing exhibits and preparing witness materials.
- Reviewed, edited and proofread litigation for proper grammar, spelling and punctuation.
- Coordinated schedules and appointments for attorneys, optimizing time management and productivity.
- E-file documents with MassCourts
- Handled office scheduling and made notes for deadlines, motions, and other important dates.
- Reduced errors in court filings by meticulously proofreading documents for accuracy before submission.
Legal Assistant
James F Rocheleau, Esq.
Quincy, MA
03.2022 - Current
- Coordinated client communications, providing updates and clarifying case details effectively.
- Managed scheduling of court dates and meetings, optimizing attorney calendars.
- Monitored case progress and deadlines, ensuring timely follow-up on outstanding issues.
- Maintained strict confidentiality, protecting sensitive client information as required by legal ethics and regulations.
- Reduced errors in court filings by meticulously proofreading documents for accuracy before submission.
- Assisted with trial preparation, including creation of exhibits, compilation of witness lists, and organization of evidence materials.
- Communicated pertinent information to clients via phone, email, and mail.
- Reviewed, edited and proofread litigation for proper grammar, spelling and punctuation.
- Drafted and filed legal documents, maintaining accuracy and adherence to deadlines.
Administrative Assistant
Marina Point Condominiums
Quincy, MA
03.2018 - 03.2022
- Coordinated office communications to enhance internal collaboration and information flow.
- Oversaw inventory management of office supplies, reducing costs through effective procurement strategies.
- Greeted incoming visitors and customers professionally and provided friendly, knowledgeable assistance.
- Responded to inquiries from callers seeking information.
- Maintained a clean and welcoming office environment, fostering positive impressions among clients and visitors alike.
- Improved customer satisfaction ratings by promptly addressing inquiries via phone, email, or in-person visits.
- Maintained inventory of office supplies and placed orders.
- Interacted with vendors, contractors and professional services personnel to receive orders, direct activities, and communicate instructions.
- Increased office participation in special events by creating newsletter with detailed calendars and other office updates.
Education
High School Diploma -
Quincy High School
Quincy06-1988
Skills
- Microsoft office
- File organization
- Calendar management
- Legal document preparation/editing
- Administrative support
- Client relations
- Document e-filing
- Legal/Court processes
- Exceptional telephone etiquette
- Fast learner
- Confidentiality
Timeline
Legal Assstant
Joseph R Doktor,Esq.
06.2024 - Current
Legal Assistant
James F Rocheleau, Esq.
03.2022 - Current
Administrative Assistant
Marina Point Condominiums
03.2018 - 03.2022
High School Diploma -
Quincy High School