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Katherine Wallace

Katherine Wallace

Hoffman Estates,IL

Summary

Adept Legal Assistant with a proven track record at Ruff, Weidenaar & Reidy, enhancing client satisfaction and streamlining case management through expert scheduling/planning and meticulous file organization. Skilled in legal document preparation and database management, demonstrating a fast-learning ability and a commitment to maintaining confidentiality and precision in high-volume environments.

Overview

31
31
years of professional experience

Work History

Legal Assistant

Ruff, Weidenaar & Reidy
03.2008 - 10.2011
  • Maintained strict confidentiality, protecting sensitive client information as required by legal ethics and regulations.
  • Handled office scheduling and made notes for deadlines, motions, and other important dates.
  • Improved communication between attorneys and clients by scheduling meetings, providing status updates, and relaying critical information promptly.
  • Increased client satisfaction by efficiently managing case files and promptly addressing inquiries.
  • Managed high-volume workload while maintaining strict attention to detail on every task such as drafting pleadings or summarizing depositions accurately.
  • Managed accounts and client records of clients, observing confidentiality, and extreme discretion.
  • Assisted with trial preparation, including creation of exhibits, compilation of witness lists, and organization of evidence materials.

Patient Service Representative

Loyola University Medical Center
Maywood, IL
01.1997 - 10.2000
  • Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
  • Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
  • Organized and detail-oriented with a strong work ethic.
  • Learned and adapted quickly to new technology and software applications.

Senior Claims Administrator

American Re-Insurance
06.1980 - 07.1998

Education

None - Business Administration

Morton College
Cicero, IL

Skills

  • Fast Learner
  • Scheduling/Planning
  • Microsoft Office
  • File Organization
  • Legal Document Preparation
  • Legal/Court Processes
  • Advanced word processing
  • Data Management
  • Legal Terminology
  • Database Management
  • Transcription/Mainframe data entry

Timeline

Legal Assistant

Ruff, Weidenaar & Reidy
03.2008 - 10.2011

Patient Service Representative

Loyola University Medical Center
01.1997 - 10.2000

Senior Claims Administrator

American Re-Insurance
06.1980 - 07.1998

None - Business Administration

Morton College
Katherine Wallace