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LISA Fowler

Pontotoc,MS

Summary

Driven Legal Assistant with 20 years of experience in Civil and Criminal Court filing and procedures. Highly skilled at multitasking and prioritizing tasks to complete projects on time and determine appropriate courses of action. Committed to streamlining processes to facilitate growth. Seasoned collaborator experienced in meeting needs and customer service, improving processes and exceeding requirements in team environments. Diligent worker with strong communication and task prioritization skills. Results-driven professional skilled in researching legal case information and preparing necessary correspondence with strong understanding of legal terminology and processes. Adept in maintaining confidential records and client information. Pleasantly assists attorneys in preparing for trials and other legal proceedings. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals. Hardworking and passionate job seeker with strong organizational skills eager to secure entry-level position. Ready to help team achieve company goals. Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy. To seek and maintain full-time position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem-solving skills. Driven Legal Assistant with 20 years of experience in Civil and Criminal Court. Highly skilled at multitasking and prioritizing tasks to complete projects on time and determine appropriate courses of action.

Overview

2
2
years of professional experience

Work History

Legal Assistant

Edwards Law, LLC
04.2022 - Current
  • 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.
  • Handled office scheduling and made notes for deadlines, motions, and other important dates.
  • Worked alongside attorneys, administrative assistants, and fellow legal assistants on complex cases and legal processes.
  • Scheduled appointments, court appearances, and depositions for busy law firm.
  • Completed electronic filings, initiated billing statements, and managed firm administrative matters.
  • Prepared for court hearings by organizing and summarizing documents, preparing exhibits and reviewing evidence.
  • Coordinated with court personnel and attorneys to determine scheduling of hearings and filing documents.
  • Responded to client inquiries to provide accurate legal advice and offer assistance.
  • Conducted legal research, compiled and organized evidence and identified relevant legal articles and statutes to use for legal proceedings.
  • 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.
  • Assisted attorneys with reviewing and organizing witness reports.
  • Contacted witnesses to testify under oath at court hearings.
  • Prepared various exhibits for attorneys for public meetings, zoning commission meetings, and legal resolutions.
  • Analyzed deeds of trust to verify grantor, grantee, trustee and loan amounts for executive leadership.
  • Reviewed Deed of Trust, Title Commitment and prior bankruptcies documents.

Education

High School Diploma -

Hillcrest High School, Ill
County Club Hills, Ill
06.1983

Business Administration

South Suburban College of Cook County
South Holland, IL

Skills

  • Document Control
  • Data Management
  • Litigation Support
  • Office Management
  • Legal Document Preparation
  • Client Service and Support
  • Administrative Support
  • Exceptional Telephone Etiquette
  • Document Editing
  • Legal Research
  • Organizational Efficiency
  • Customer Relationship Management
  • Document Preparation
  • Writing and Editing
  • Document Filing
  • Legal/Court Processes
  • Client Billing
  • Correspondence
  • Billing Statements

Scheduling/Planning

Timeline

Legal Assistant

Edwards Law, LLC
04.2022 - Current

High School Diploma -

Hillcrest High School, Ill

Business Administration

South Suburban College of Cook County
LISA Fowler