Josh Arrowood
Arlington Heights,IL
Summary
Detail-oriented professional with a strong foundation in accounting and financial management, complemented by legal expertise. Proven ability to analyze financial statements, manage large-scale settlements, and implement efficient organizational systems. Seeking an opportunity to leverage analytical skills, attention to detail, and collaborative ability.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Bartender
Crystal Lake Country Club
Crystal Lake, Illinois
07.2024 - Current
- Participated in weekly team meetings to discuss goals and objectives set by management.
- Handled multiple tasks simultaneously in high-pressure environments.
Paralegal & Settlement Coordinator
Wallace Miller
Chicago, IL
01.2022 - 07.2024
- Managed legal research for both partners, receiving commendation from all 6 attorneys for efficiency, accuracy, and attention to detail
- Drafted and prepared 75+ comprehensive settlement statements for both past and current cases, ensuring accuracy and compliance with legal and financial regulations
- Collaborated with vendors and financial institutions to manage and disburse $1,000,000 worth of settlement funds
- Worked with the firm's controller in the preparation and management of financial reports, budgets, and forecasts
- Worked with attorneys to manage all aspects of mass tort and complex litigation cases, including case intake of 500+ clients, case management, and discovery
- Organized and maintained case files, including tracking deadlines, monitoring case developments, and maintaining accurate records for 6 of the largest mass torts of 2022 and 2023
- Assisted with document review and production, including organizing and indexing 150,000+ documents
Development Officer and Program Manager
New Elephant, NFP
Chicago, IL
01.2018 - 01.2021
- Constructed and initiated fundraising strategies to generate over $500,000 revenue for the organization
- This included soliciting thousands of donations and organizing multiple fundraising events
- Developed and implemented the organization's programs and services to ensure that they align with the organization's mission and continue to meet the needs of the community
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Accounting and Business Management
Erskine College
01.2022
Skills
- Legal research
- Writing
- Microsoft Office
- Analytical skills
- Detail-oriented
- Highly organized
- Financial statements expertise
- File and database management
- Quickbooks
- Presentation skills
- Communication
- Litify
- MDLC
- LexisNexis
- Pacer
- Interpersonal skills
Leadership And Involvement
- Student Government Association President
- Fraternity President
- NCAA Division 1 Volleyball and Division 2 Football
- Assisted hosting multiple Women's Bar Association of Illinois's socials
- Attended multiple legal networking events
- Coached a high-level club volleyball team for 2 years
Accomplishments
- Student Government Association President.
- Fraternity President
- NCAA Division I Volleyball and Division II Football.
- Nominated as the top student-athlete from Erskine College for the Conference Award.
- Received the highest level of academic scholarship.
Timeline
Bartender
Crystal Lake Country Club
07.2024 - Current
Paralegal & Settlement Coordinator
Wallace Miller
01.2022 - 07.2024
Development Officer and Program Manager
New Elephant, NFP
01.2018 - 01.2021
Bachelor of Arts - Accounting and Business Management
Erskine College
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