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Joelle Cleek

Lavon

Summary

Dynamic Senior Manager with a proven track record at ABC Legal Services, excelling in strategic planning and team leadership. Enhanced operational excellence through cross-functional collaboration and comprehensive training, achieving performance targets consistently. Skilled in troubleshooting and problem resolution, fostering a culture of inclusivity and high-quality service delivery.

Overview

11
11
years of professional experience

Work History

Senior Manager, Retrieval

ABC Legal Services
12.2021 - Current
  • Provided strong leadership to enhance team productivity and morale.
  • Led cross-functional teams to achieve project milestones and deliver high-quality results.
  • Established strong relationships with clients and courts, ensuring long-term partnerships and repeat business.
  • Improved team performance by providing comprehensive training and fostering a collaborative work environment.
  • Collaborated closely with peers from other departments to drive organizational success jointly as one cohesive unit.
  • Implemented and developed operational standards, policies and procedures.
  • Achieved operational excellence by streamlining processes and implementing best practices.
  • Balanced competing priorities efficiently while maintaining focus on critical tasks requiring immediate attention.
  • Consistently met or exceeded annual performance targets set by senior leadership.

Regional Court Manager

EZ Messenger
08.2015 - 12.2021
  • Facilitated timely resolution of cases by monitoring workloads and prioritizing high-priority matters.
  • Created an inclusive work environment that promoted diversity among staff members, contributing to a collaborative and supportive workplace culture.
  • Managed a team of court support staff, providing training and guidance to ensure smooth daily operations.
  • Ensured adherence to legal procedures and ethical standards by overseeing proper documentation and handling of sensitive information.
  • Maintained positive customer relations by addressing problems head-on and implementing successful corrective actions.
  • Managed and motivated employees to be productive and engaged in work.
  • Accomplished multiple tasks within established timeframes.
  • Enhanced customer satisfaction by resolving disputes promptly, maintaining open lines of communication, and ensuring high-quality service delivery.
  • Maximized performance by monitoring daily activities and mentoring team members.
  • Cross-trained existing employees to maximize team agility and performance.
  • Achieved departmental goals by developing and executing strategic plans and performance metrics.

Legal Assistant

The Law Office of Paul L. Sadler
07.2014 - 04.2015
  • Maintained strict confidentiality, protecting sensitive client information as required by legal ethics and regulations.
  • Increased client satisfaction by efficiently managing case files and promptly addressing inquiries.
  • 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.
  • Handled billing tasks efficiently and accurately, ensuring smooth financial operations

Education

West Brook High School
Beaumont, TX

Skills

  • Strategic planning
  • Cross-functional collaboration
  • Operations management
  • Cross-functional team coordination
  • Troubleshooting and problem resolution
  • Team leadership
  • MS office
  • Training and development
  • Performance evaluations
  • Goal setting

Timeline

Senior Manager, Retrieval

ABC Legal Services
12.2021 - Current

Regional Court Manager

EZ Messenger
08.2015 - 12.2021

Legal Assistant

The Law Office of Paul L. Sadler
07.2014 - 04.2015

West Brook High School
Joelle Cleek