Lorraine DeLucca
Lynbrook,NY
Summary
Highly skilled and resourceful Executive Assistant with extensive experience providing high-level administrative support to Partners, Associates, and Counsel within a fast-paced law firm environment. Demonstrated expertise in managing complex calendars, coordinating meetings, arranging domestic and international travel, preparing legal and business correspondence, and handling confidential information with discretion and professionalism. Recognized for exceptional organizational abilities, attention to detail, and the capacity to balance multiple priorities while meeting critical deadlines. Known for delivering outstanding client service, anticipating needs, and ensuring seamless day-to-day operations. Committed to supporting the success of legal teams through efficiency, professionalism, and sound judgment.
Overview
44
44
years of professional experience
Work History
Administrative Assistant
Simpson Thacher & Bartlett LLP
New York, NY
06.2024 - Current
- Coordinate attorney scheduling and managed calendar appointments. Compiled and processed detailed expense reports for submission. Entered daily time entries and maintained up-to-date client contact databases. Prepared engagement letters, correspondence and emails.
- Managed travel arrangements and meeting logistics for attorneys and client visits.
- Assisted with FIG practice group activities. Coordinated training session and reviews.
- Coordinated support for out-of-town attorneys assigned to 11th-floor offices.
- Prepared and maintained charitable event requests, coordinated event invites, and served as liaison to facilitate event-specific marketing materials for organizations.
- Managed holiday gift list organization to support Fig Practice Group holiday planning.
- Delivered excellent customer service through prompt responses to client inquiries, addressing concerns effectively, and building strong relationships.
Executive Assistant, Administrative Support
Skadden, Arps, Slate, Meagher & Flom
New York, New York
01.1983 - 03.2024
- Assisted partner, three counsels, three associates, and chief technology officer across corporate, financial institutions, M&A, tax, and employee compensation practices.
- Performed various duties to support team operations.
- Scheduled meetings and appointments to optimize team collaboration and client engagement.
- Preparing correspondence
- Client billing
- Created and distributed invoices to ensure timely client billing and accurate financial tracking.
- File maintenance
- Timekeeping for attorneys
- Proficient in administrative tasks, including:
- Preparation and submission of expense reports
- Organizing travel arrangements
- Communicating with and assisting clients
- Utilized MS Word and PowerPoint for document creation and presentations.
- Led special projects on the floor, ensuring team collaboration and efficiency.
- Acted as liaison for summer associates, facilitating communication and integration.
- Experience with Hiring/Conflicts
Education
A.A. - Liberal Arts
Nassau Community College
Garden City, NY01-1983
Skills
- Outlook, Word, Excel & Power Point
- Teams & Zoom
- Excellent Verbal and Written Skills
- Resourceful
- Great Judgement/Good Instincts
- Flexible scheduling and deadline management
Timeline
Administrative Assistant
Simpson Thacher & Bartlett LLP
06.2024 - Current
Executive Assistant, Administrative Support
Skadden, Arps, Slate, Meagher & Flom
01.1983 - 03.2024
A.A. - Liberal Arts
Nassau Community College