Kelly Thayer
Apollo Beach,FL
Summary
Accomplished Office Manager with a proven track record at MKA International, Inc., excelling in organizational skills and office management. Well-versed in industry practices and procedures, with noted experience in administrative management. Experienced and dedicated paralegal, skilled in the organization and analysis of legal documentation.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
Work History
Office Manager
MKA International, Inc.
04.2023 - Current
- Provide exceptional customer service when addressing client inquiries or concerns via phone calls or email correspondence.
- Enhance team productivity by delegating tasks effectively and overseeing daily workflow.
- Coordinate office events and meetings, ensuring timely execution and optimal scheduling for all participants.
- Assist in organizing and overseeing assignments to drive operational excellence.
- Review all outgoing correspondence, reports, spreadsheets, and estimates for quality control assurance.
- Assist in the recruitment process, conducting interviews and onboarding new employees to promote a seamless integration into the team dynamic.
Paralegal
Willson Jones Carter & Baxley
08.2020 - 12.2022
- Reduced attorney workload by drafting routine legal documents such as pleadings, motions, and affidavits.
- Managed scheduling of attorney calendars and deadlines to maintain smooth flow of firm operations.
- Enhanced case efficiency by organizing and maintaining legal documents, files, and correspondence.
- Assisted counsel in preparing answers, providing documentation, and information for discovery request.
- Assisted in drafting legal documents, ensuring compliance with court requirements and deadlines.
Legal Assistant
O'Connor & Dyet
10.2017 - 07.2020
- 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.
- Reduced errors in court filings by meticulously proofreading documents for accuracy before submission.
Legal Assistant / Assistant Office Manager
Marshall Dennehey Warner Coleman & Goggin
09.1999 - 10.2017
- Improved communication between attorneys and clients by scheduling meetings, providing status updates, and relaying critical information promptly.
- Managed high-volume workload while maintaining strict attention to detail on every task such as drafting pleadings or summarizing depositions accurately.
- Assisted with trial preparation, including creation of exhibits, compilation of witness lists, and organization of evidence materials.
- Managed correspondence with clients, courts, and opposing counsel, maintaining professionalism and confidentiality.
- Produced legal documents such as briefs, pleadings and appeals.
- Facilitated smoother trial preparations, organizing exhibits and coordinating witnesses.
- Maintained calendar of all notifications, court dates, timelines, and deadlines.
Education
Legal Office Specialist Certificate
Mercyhurst College
Erie06.1997
Skills
Office Management
Organizational Skills
Excellent multi-tasking ability
Scheduling and calendar management
Employee Supervision
Employee Training
Work Planning and Prioritization
Computer Skills
Documentation And Reporting
Timeline
Office Manager
MKA International, Inc.
04.2023 - Current
Paralegal
Willson Jones Carter & Baxley
08.2020 - 12.2022
Legal Assistant
O'Connor & Dyet
10.2017 - 07.2020
Legal Assistant / Assistant Office Manager
Marshall Dennehey Warner Coleman & Goggin
09.1999 - 10.2017
Legal Office Specialist Certificate
Mercyhurst College
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