Kathleen Elhelw
Rochester,NY
Summary
Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Overview
42
42
years of professional experience
Work History
Practice Assistant
Nixon Peabody LLP
11.1980 - 11.2022
- Organized documents to manage paper and electronic filing systems of clients.
- Filed court documents and legal pleadings with court clerk on behalf of attorneys.
- Prepared and drafted correspondence and legal forms to maintain smooth communications.
- Managed accounts and client records of clients, observing confidentiality, and extreme discretion.
- Worked alongside attorneys, administrative assistants, and fellow legal assistants on complex cases and legal processes.
- Prepared and managed attorney travel itineraries to optimize scheduling.
- Communicated pertinent information to clients via phone, email, and mail.
- Revised and finalized letters, briefs, and memos.
- Reviewed, edited and proofread litigation for proper grammar, spelling and punctuation.
- Produced legal documents such as briefs, pleadings and appeals.
- Developed polished motions and briefs to support litigation processes and court proceedings.
- Created weekly, monthly and quarterly expense reports.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Executive Secretarial Science
Niagara County Community College
Sanborn, NY05.1978
High School Diploma -
Newfane Senior High School
Newfane, NY06.1976
Skills
- Task Prioritization
- Advanced Word Processing
- Exceptional Telephone Etiquette
- Correspondence
- Legal Processes
- Affidavit Preparation
- Client Service and Support
- Prepare Exhibits
- Legal Document Preparation
Timeline
Practice Assistant
Nixon Peabody LLP
11.1980 - 11.2022
Associate of Applied Science - Executive Secretarial Science
Niagara County Community College
High School Diploma -
Newfane Senior High School
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