Lisa Matthews
Yadkinville,NC
Summary
Focused and dedicated Legal Assistant with exceptional work ethic and proven strengths in case management support. Strong multitasker skilled at managing high-volume caseloads while consistently meeting deadlines. Persistent and resourceful problem-solver with excellent research and communication skills.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
Work History
Legal Administrative Assistant
Akerman LLP
Winston-Salem, NC
08.2024 - Current
- Maintained client databases and filing systems, including hard copy and electronic files.
- Managed calendars for multiple attorneys simultaneously.
- Prepared invoices, expense reports and other financial documentation as required by the firm's accounting team.
- Proofread documents before they were submitted or filed.
Legal Assistant
Nelson Mullins Riley & Scarborough, LLP
Winston-Salem, NC
12.2020 - 08.2024
- Maintained client confidentiality in all matters.
- Proofread drafts of legal documents for accuracy in grammar and punctuation.
- Assisted with document production and deposition preparation.
- Provided administrative support to attorneys by managing calendars; scheduling appointments; organizing files; preparing correspondence; filing court documents; and obtaining necessary signatures.
- Provided support to other offices, while learning new areas of law in residential evictions and preparing residential home loan packages.
Education Services Coordinator
Sovos Compliance LLC | AON Re | Booke Seminars
Winston-Salem, NC
05.2005 - 09.2020
- Managed catering services, room block and audio-visual services.
- Provided excellent service and attention to customers when face-to-face or through phone conversations.
- Documented participant attendance, engagement and progress.
- Proactively identified and solved complex problems related to seminars.
- Identified areas of concern uncovered during training sessions and suggested methods to reduce risk.
Education
BBA - Business Administration
Catawba College
Salisbury, NC05.2002
Associate of Applied Science - Paralegal Technology
Surry Community College
Dobson, NC05.1998
Skills
- MS Office
- Organization
- Technologically savvy
- Litigation and Administrative Support
- Client Support
- Case Management
- Net Docs/iManage
- Team Player
- Calendar management
- Proofreading documents
Timeline
Legal Administrative Assistant
Akerman LLP
08.2024 - Current
Legal Assistant
Nelson Mullins Riley & Scarborough, LLP
12.2020 - 08.2024
Education Services Coordinator
Sovos Compliance LLC | AON Re | Booke Seminars
05.2005 - 09.2020
BBA - Business Administration
Catawba College
Associate of Applied Science - Paralegal Technology
Surry Community College