Lisa Broton
Muskegon,Michigan
Summary
Detail-oriented Legal Assistant with expertise in document preparation, client communication, and case management. Proven ability to efficiently manage scheduling and maintain accurate records, ensuring smooth operations within legal settings.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
Work History
Legal Assistant
Shibley Law
Muskegon, MI
05.2019 - Current
- Drafted legal documents and correspondence for diverse cases and clients.
- Reviewed and prepared legal documents, such as contracts, pleadings, motions, briefs, memoranda of law and discovery requests.
- Assisted attorneys in preparing for court hearings and client meetings, ensuring all necessary materials were organized and ready.
- Filed pleadings and paperwork with court clerk to meet strict deadlines.
- Filed documents with courts electronically and maintained compliance standards.
- Coordinated with external parties, including opposing counsel and witnesses, to gather essential information and support case strategies.
- Maintained knowledge on case status by reviewing relevant records and reporting back to clients.
- Communicated with clients to gather information and provide updates on cases.
- Organized case files and maintained precise records for attorney reference.
- Provided administrative support to attorneys by managing calendars; scheduling appointments; organizing files; preparing correspondence; filing court documents; and obtaining necessary signatures.
- Drafted correspondence, documented data and submitted materials to appropriate parties.
- Organized exhibits for trial proceedings.
- Managed scheduling of appointments and court dates for legal team.
- Managed office scheduling and kept accurate notes on deadlines, motions, and other dates.
- Updated databases with new information received from attorneys or clients.
- Managed incoming telephone calls to ensure effective communication., meeting plans and conference organization requirements.
- Facilitated communication between attorney and clients, enhancing clarity and efficiency in case progress updates. and outside counsel, exchanging information.
- Filed clients' legal documents in relevant courts for processing.
Office Assistant
Newaygo Medical Care Facility
Fremont, MI
05.2014 - 05.2019
- Provided administrative support to staff members, including copying and scanning documents, filing paperwork, and ordering supplies.
- Performed data entry tasks into various computer systems accurately and efficiently.
- Answered incoming calls in a professional manner and directed callers to the appropriate personnel.
- Greeted visitors, determined their needs and directed them to the appropriate personnel.
- Provided customer service, addressing inquiries and resolving issues promptly.
- Utilized office equipment such as printers, copiers, and fax machines efficiently.
- Supported billing processes by verifying insurance information and processing payments.
- Participated in team meetings to discuss workflow improvements and service enhancements.
- Maintained confidentiality of sensitive information and documents.
Legal Assistant
Bott & Spencer, PLC
Muskegon, MI
05.2003 - 05.2014
- Drafted legal documents and correspondence for various cases and clients.
- Assisted attorneys in preparing for court hearings and client meetings.
- Communicated with clients to gather information and provide timely updates on case progress.
- Coordinated with external parties, including opposing counsel and witnesses, to facilitate effective case management.
- Organized case files and maintained accurate records to ensure efficient attorney reference.
- Provided administrative support to attorneys by managing calendars; scheduling appointments; organizing files; preparing correspondence; filing court documents; and obtaining necessary signatures.
- Filed pleadings and paperwork with court clerk to meet strict deadlines.
Education
High School Diploma -
Muskegon High School
Muskegon06-1990
Some College (No Degree) - Legal Assistant
Muskegon Community College
Muskegon, MISkills
- Legal document preparation
- Document drafting
- Court filing
- Case management
- Client communication
- Administrative support
- Scheduling management
- Calendar management
- Scheduling coordination
- Attention to detail
- Time management
- Problem solving
- Team collaboration
- Transcription
- Document preparation
- Confidentiality
Timeline
Legal Assistant
Shibley Law
05.2019 - Current
Office Assistant
Newaygo Medical Care Facility
05.2014 - 05.2019
Legal Assistant
Bott & Spencer, PLC
05.2003 - 05.2014
High School Diploma -
Muskegon High School
Some College (No Degree) - Legal Assistant
Muskegon Community College