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Jennifer Sheridan

Stamford,CT

Summary

Detailed orientated Executive and Legal Assistant with over a decade of experience delivering top-tier administrative support to senior executives, adept at driving efficiency and optimizing executive’s schedules. Excels at managing complex calendars, coordinating travel arrangements, and event planning, fostering enhanced workplace productivity and employees. Proven track record in implementing effective office systems and providing comprehensive support and management, negating the need for additional personnel. Skilled in balancing multiple roles, including office management, with keen ability to prioritize executive tasks and act as a strategic gate keeper. Offers a robust blend of organizational and project management skills, ensuring seamless operations in fast paced environments.

Overview

2026
2026
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Legal Assistant

Blair and Potts
05.2025 - Current
  • Provides comprehensive administrative support including calendaring, drafting, editing and finalizing legal documents, reports, correspondence and other materials requested by multiple attorneys in a fast-paced, high pressure environment.
  • Proven ability to adapt to changing priorities, meet deadlines and manage multiple projects simultaneously.
  • Set up client meetings either in person or via Zoom conference and provide all information necessary for the meetings.
  • Prepare all estate planning documents for clients, including Wills, Trusts, Powers of Attorney and Living Will as well as correspondence to the client and the court.
  • Proofread all attorney work, including correspondence, memoranda and other legal documents;
  • Screen incoming calls and messages, read, sort and process mail.
  • Open new files and maintain client files.
  • Maintain systematic follow-up system to ensure that deadlines are met and that information and materials required from the court and or clients is met on a timely basis.

Executive Assistant to CEO/Office Manager

Sodali & Co (formerly Morrow Sodali)
12.2023 - 02.2025
  • Managed CEO’s dynamic schedule, ensuring efficient time utilization and coordination of daily activities.
  • Developed and updated critical business documents, including Excel reports, charts and PowerPoint presentations to facilitate internal and external communication.
  • Oversaw travel arrangements, prepared itineraries and managed expense reporting for both domestic and international trips.
  • Maintained office supply inventory, ensuring a well-stocked and organized environment, and coordinated branded merchandise logistics for various company initiatives.
  • Successfully balanced full time role of Executive Assistant to the CEO while concurrently managing Office Manager and Receptionist duties, optimizing resources and reducing staffing costs.
  • Collaborated with CEO on high-impact projects, including preparation of board decks and executive meeting agendas, contributing to improved organizational communication and decision-making.
  • Enhanced professional atmosphere by coordinating maintenance of the office space, managing vendor relations and overseeing tidiness of common areas.
  • Optimized handling of sensitive communications and documents, ensuring discretion and professionalism in all interactions.
  • Facilitated support for team members by promptly addressing resources requests, enhancing collaboration and productivity.

Executive Assistant to the General Counsel/Co-Founder

Eldridge
08.2018 - 06.2023
  • Orchestrated comprehensive administrative tasks for the General Counsel and legal team, ensuring seamless daily operations.
  • Oversaw detailed calendaring, coordinated complex international and domestic travel arrangements, including transportation, accommodations and expense reporting.
  • Handled phone and calendar coverage for multiple team members.
  • Supported up to 17 team members simultaneously during administrative staff shortage, enhancing team efficiency and continuity.
  • Designed and executed comprehensive tracking system for Non-Disclosure Agreements, enhancing document control, reducing turnaround time, and ensuring record keeping.
  • Orchestrated interview schedules for potential hires, optimizing recruitment process and contributing to high quality talent acquisition.

Paralegal/Legal Assistant to a Firm Partner

Cummings and Lockwood, LLC

Executive Assistant to Chief Operating Officer | General Counsel Assistant to the Legal/Compliance Department

Shenkman Capital Management, Inc.

Executive/Legal Administrative Assistant to General Counsel

Harbor Point

Litigation Paralegal

Silver Golub & Teitell

Education

B.A. - Sociology/Social Work

University of Dayton
Dayton, OH

Paralegal Certification - ABA-approved Program

Norwalk Community College
Norwalk, CT

Skills

  • Office Systems Implementation
  • Advanced Calendar Management
  • Expense Reporting & Budget Tracking
  • Event Planning & Execution
  • Compliance & Regulatory Adherence
  • Document Preparation & Management
  • Project Management
  • Vendor & Stakeholder Relations
  • Travel Coordination

Certification

Paralegal Certification, ABA-approved Program, Norwalk Community College, Norwalk, CT

Timeline

Legal Assistant

Blair and Potts
05.2025 - Current

Executive Assistant to CEO/Office Manager

Sodali & Co (formerly Morrow Sodali)
12.2023 - 02.2025

Executive Assistant to the General Counsel/Co-Founder

Eldridge
08.2018 - 06.2023

Paralegal Certification - ABA-approved Program

Norwalk Community College

Paralegal/Legal Assistant to a Firm Partner

Cummings and Lockwood, LLC

Executive Assistant to Chief Operating Officer | General Counsel Assistant to the Legal/Compliance Department

Shenkman Capital Management, Inc.

Executive/Legal Administrative Assistant to General Counsel

Harbor Point

Litigation Paralegal

Silver Golub & Teitell

B.A. - Sociology/Social Work

University of Dayton

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