LAURA DELEA
Sandyston,NJ
Summary
I am a Legal/Administrative Assistant with proven expertise in office management and document preparation. I am good in client relations and efficient file management, significantly enhancing office productivity. Skilled in Microsoft Word (some Excel) and adept at learning new technologies, demonstrating exceptional organizational efficiency and self-motivation. Robert Mattia is retiring and I am looking for a part-time position.
Overview
45
45
years of professional experience
Work History
Legal/Administrative Assistant
ROBERT A. MATTIA, ESQ.
04.2005 - Current
- Answering of telephone calls, scheduling appointments between client and/or attorney, or myself..
- Managed general clerical needs such as opening and closing files, scanning sheets and faxing documents.
- Handling of Real Estate Matters, including communications with Lenders, Title Companies, Real Estate Agents and Municipalities. Completion of all closing documents. Well-versed in lender and buyer/seller monies and disbursements.
- Preparation of drafts of forms, letters and agreements in a timely fashion to meet any and all deadlines.
- Reduced attorney workload through proficient document management, handling correspondence, and performing tasks without being told
- Kept office efficient and organized by managing tasks such as supply restocking and general upkeep without oversight.
- Screened phone calls to effectively handle less important inquiries and keep attorney free for more important matters.
- Developed efficient filing systems for legal documents resulting in reduced retrieval times and increased productivity. Organized files both paper and electronic.
- Helped with intake of new clients and materials by setting up files and documenting important information.
- Served as point of contact with clients, realtors and attorneys at times building strong relationships and positive outcomes.
- Managed billing procedures to maintain accurate records of client accounts and expedite payment processing.
- Safeguarded confidential information with strict adherence to privacy policies and professional discretion.
- Developed and maintained positive relationships with clients and colleagues.
- Prepared and processed invoices for attorney billing.
- Balancing of Trust Account and Business Checkbooks.
Legal Assistant
KOCH & NELSON (Paul Koch, Esq., Francis Koch, Esq.
01.1979 - 04.2005
- Answered Telephone, Greeted Clients, Set up Appointments.
- Preparation of Real Estate Documents, Wills and Court Papers. Typing of dictated communications to attorneys and clients. Filed court documents and legal pleadings with court on behalf of attorneys.
- Organized documents to manage paper filing systems of clients.
- Time-keeping for Attorneys.
Education
High School Diploma -
Franklin High School
Franklin, New Jersey 0741606.1978
Skills
- Office Administration
- File and Calendar Management
- Typing Speed
- Document Preparation
- Notary Public
- Billing and Invoicing
- File Organization
- Client communication, service and support
- Fast Learner
- Task Prioritization
- Office Management
- Organizational Efficiency
- Document drafting
- Correspondence
- Self-Motivated
Timeline
Legal/Administrative Assistant
ROBERT A. MATTIA, ESQ.
04.2005 - Current
Legal Assistant
KOCH & NELSON (Paul Koch, Esq., Francis Koch, Esq.
01.1979 - 04.2005
High School Diploma -
Franklin High School
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