Julian M. McGill
Los Angeles,CA
Summary
I have recently earned my paralegal certification and am looking to gain more experience in the field. I have a solid foundation in document management and focus on streamlining operations with high accuracy. I handle sensitive information discreetly, keep well-organized records, and ensure compliance with company policies. I work well in team settings and adapt to changing demands. I am reliable and efficient, skilled in document processing, data entry, and administrative support. I am eager to bring my passion and dedication to a legal team.
Overview
28
28
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Document Clerk
Fisher Phillips LLP
07.2016 - Current
- Support legal professionals by providing valuable assistance with various projects including but not limited to preparation of documents for production, trial binders, large data set redactions and preparing exhibits for depositions and hearings/trials
- Create matters and update docket entries in Compulaw
- Assist in maintaining records in both hard copy and electronic formats
- Facilitate smooth file transfers both incoming and outgoing cases
- Convert and troubleshoot any unreadable or unviewable files
- Train new staff and attorneys in essential skills such as Adobe, Excel, and secure site file transfer for production
- Provided assistance with inbound and outbound document processes, document sorting, logging, and work order creation.
- Identified areas of weakness and recommended or implemented process improvements.
Office Services Specialist
Fisher Phillips LLP
06.2016 - 03.2018
- Established procedures to streamline incoming mail processing and trained staff
- Developed and executed office services policies to ensure thorough completion of assignments, meticulous equipment checks, and accurate inventory management
- Ensure that all office services staff are trained, coached, and motivated to perform at their fullest potential
- Since 2017, responsible for training all front desk personnel and receptionists, ensuring that they are equipped with the necessary skills and knowledge to provide exceptional customer service and conference room setups
- Solely handled requests for office moves, relocations, furniture needs, event logistics, and appliance repairs
- Collaborated with the firmwide Help Desk to resolve IT-related issues efficiently and provide on-site support for local office needs
- Provided support for all Fisher Phillips Los Angeles office multiple buildouts
Office Services Manager
Morris Polich & Purdy LLP
01.2015 - 05.2016
- Track and update the office services staff schedule and timecards
- Inform and enforce office services staff about company policies regarding attendance, dress code, and customer service
- Create and implement office services policies for completing assignments, checking equipment, and taking inventory
- Reorganize office services due to excess inventory and company restructuring
- Bring all office services requests in-house instead of sending them off-site
- Improved employee productivity with well-organized workspaces and proper allocation of resources.
- Established a welcoming atmosphere by maintaining professional reception areas and addressing visitor inquiries promptly.
Production Center Lead Intake
Williams Lea Inc.
07.2012 - 01.2015
- Led the Production Center which involved serving 200 customers, managing 19 team members, and resolved operational issues
- Dispatched, tracked, and managed quality control for all production in the absence of the center manager
- Directed daily assignments and trained 19 team members while evaluating efficiency and productivity, including setting staff schedules and breaks
- Provided feedback to the manager and team members on performance, including completing performance appraisals
- Also coached, mentored, and provided feedback on areas for improvement for employees
- Delivered excellent customer service, including determining the best shipping methods for 200 clients daily
- Greeted and assisted approximately 100 clients in person at the front desk, via email, by multi-line phone, and at the print desk
- Merged and connected 15 month-end billing tracking reports to create one report identifying uncollected funds, resulting in savings of $2,000 in lost profit per month
- Attended monthly meetings with management to discuss staff performance, morale, and adherence to company procedures
- Created, tracked, and provided management with monthly and weekly statistics, as requested
- Resolved issues and maintained 40 high-speed copiers and all other office equipment
- Created and implemented staff training on all new software and technology, as well as on basic computer skills needed to improve efficiency and productivity
- Traveled off-site to four other facilities to train and help evaluate staff
- Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines.
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
Reprographics Supervisor / Technology Administrator
Williams Lea Inc.
01.2007 - 01.2012
Mail Room Lead
Williams Lea Inc.
06.2006 - 10.2007
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Assisted with day-to-day operations, working efficiently and productively with all team members.
Copy Center Coordinator
Skechers USA, Inc.
07.2004 - 06.2006
- Provided support to staff members through training and guidance on center policies, procedures, and best practices.
- Enhanced program efficiency by streamlining administrative processes and implementing new organizational systems.
Customer Service Associate
Pitney Bowes Management Services
01.2002 - 01.2004
Records Clerk
Akin Gump Strauss Hauer & Feld
01.2000 - 01.2002
Litigation Case Assistant
Chadbourne & Parke
01.1998 - 01.2000
Assistant Office Services Manager
Chadbourne & Parke
01.1997 - 01.1998
Education
Paralegal certificated Course -
Long Beach Collage of Profession and continuing Education
Long Beach, CAOracle Billing, Customer Service, Supervisory and Management Training -
Williams Lea Inc. @ Latham and Watkins
Los Angeles, CAHigh School Diploma -
T. Roosevelt
Los Angeles06-1994
Skills
- Photocopiers
- Faxes
- Velcro Binders
- GBC Binders
- Postage Meters
- 3-hole Drills
- Shredders
- Pallet Jack
- Heavy Duty Cutter
- Microsoft Word
- Excel
- Publisher
- PowerPoint
- Nuance
- Adobe
- Legal Key
- Symphony
- Outlook
- Compulaw
- Desksite
- IManage
- Concur
Certification
- California Driver's License
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Software
Microsoft Office
Adobe
Excel
Share Sites
IManage
Compulaw
Interests
- Food Tourism
- Volunteering for community initiatives to give back to local communities and make a positive impact
- Team Sports
- Gym Workouts
- Volunteering at community kitchens and food-related charities
- Music
- Volunteering
Timeline
Document Clerk
Fisher Phillips LLP
07.2016 - Current
Office Services Specialist
Fisher Phillips LLP
06.2016 - 03.2018
Office Services Manager
Morris Polich & Purdy LLP
01.2015 - 05.2016
Production Center Lead Intake
Williams Lea Inc.
07.2012 - 01.2015
Reprographics Supervisor / Technology Administrator
Williams Lea Inc.
01.2007 - 01.2012
Mail Room Lead
Williams Lea Inc.
06.2006 - 10.2007
Copy Center Coordinator
Skechers USA, Inc.
07.2004 - 06.2006
Customer Service Associate
Pitney Bowes Management Services
01.2002 - 01.2004
Records Clerk
Akin Gump Strauss Hauer & Feld
01.2000 - 01.2002
Litigation Case Assistant
Chadbourne & Parke
01.1998 - 01.2000
Assistant Office Services Manager
Chadbourne & Parke
01.1997 - 01.1998
Oracle Billing, Customer Service, Supervisory and Management Training -
Williams Lea Inc. @ Latham and Watkins
Paralegal certificated Course -
Long Beach Collage of Profession and continuing Education
High School Diploma -
T. Roosevelt
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