Lorraine Wilson
Orange Park,USA
Summary
Knowledgeable contract specialist with several years of proficient contract experience in terms of development and delivery. Adept in industry terms, specific conditions, regulatory and legal compliance and general contract practices. Vastly familiar with contract forms, schedules, amendment ,and vendor guidelines. Proven ability in risk management and database oversight, enhancing operational efficiency. Recognized for strong leadership and legal research skills, successfully mitigating liability and safeguarding client interests in high-stakes agreements.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
Work History
Contract Specialist I
Spectraforce Technologies Inc./Lexis Nexis Risk
Alpharetta, Georgia
09.2022 - 09.2024
- Supported the Global Content Team by providing legal and administrative assistance.
- Conducted thorough investigations and research on customer contracts for data rights management.
- Maintained compliance with the contractual requirements by tracking performance metrics diligently.
- Frequently updated contracts and relevant documents in the Contracts Management System to reflect changes.
- Produced contractual reports while serving as key contact for contract-related queries.
- Compiled active vendor payment terms for integration into the data acquisition project.
- Added the payment terms to the mainframe database to facilitate real-time reporting capabilities.
- Enhanced fee history tracking for global leadership by optimizing database access.
Contract Specialist/Paralegal
Adecco Group NA
Jacksonville, Florida
01.2014 - 02.2024
- Led negotiations for contracts spanning local to international markets involving Adecco Affiliates and subsidiaries.
- Managed rigorous contract reviews within tight timelines, ensuring adherence to corporate standards and legal provisions.
Upheld compliance with existing risk management protocols during contractual discussions. - Formulated language that mitigated Adecco’s liability from external claims in agreements.
Successfully negotiated critical provisions for RFPs, RFQs, and RFIs while safeguarding client interests. - Developed training materials for staff on contract management processes.
- Maintained accurate records of contracts and related documentation systematically.
- Facilitated meetings between stakeholders to discuss contract requirements and updates.
- Developed contractual agreements, including terms and conditions, in accordance with established policies and procedures.
Senior Clerk
Florida Dept of Health-Bureau of Labs
Jacksonville, Florida
01.2006 - 01.2014
- Produced reports, accompanying correspondence, and other work products, which met specific objectives, demonstrated professional competence, and reflected acceptable quality.
- Received all Florida water test kits (EPA containment) into the Environmental Chemistry Lab from the 67 counties in Florida.
- Verified per Standard Operating Procedures (SOP) that the samples correspond accurately with the information obtained on the submission sheets, and that temperatures were accurate and acceptable per the Standard Operating Procedures (SOP).
- Oversaw and maintained the file integrity of the lab.
- Performed various administrative office duties, including filing, and mail distribution.
- Assisted in training new staff on laboratory protocols and administrative procedures.
- Managed inventory of supplies, ensuring availability for daily operations.
- Maintained inventory records and tracked shipments for all incoming materials and supplies.
- Performed data entry into internal database systems ensuring accuracy of information entered.
- Restocked office supplies and placed orders for new items.
Contract Paralegal
Special Counsel, Inc.
Jacksonville, Florida
11.2004 - 11.2005
- Conducted legal research to support case preparation and strategy development.
- Organized and maintained case files for efficient access and retrieval.
- Assisted attorneys in trial preparation, including witness interviews and evidence gathering.
- Reviewed and summarized discovery materials to facilitate case analysis.
- Drafted simple motions and other court documents.
- Specializing in real estate, corporate, and bankruptcy matters
- Managed multiple projects simultaneously while meeting strict deadlines.
- Created and updated tracking spreadsheets to maintain current and accurate knowledge for all cases.
Contractor Administrator/Bankruptcy Manager
Bombardier Capital
Jacksonville, Florida
11.1999 - 08.2001
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to streamline processes and enhance efficiency.
- Kept clients informed about progress status updates throughout the entire process.
- Reviewed contracts and agreements to ensure alignment with company policies.
- Initiated first drafts of standard lease contracts, management agreements, and accompanying schedules based on approved standard contract forms.
- Collaborate with internal departments to address bankruptcy challenges related to existing loans.
- Oversaw and upheld caseload of Chapter 7, 12, and 13 bankruptcy accounts.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Paralegal Studies
Jones College of Jacksonville
Jacksonville, FL05-2027
A.S. - Paralegal Studies
Jones College of Jacksonville
Jacksonville, FloridaSkills
- Contract Management
- Contract Review and Negotiations
- Legal Research and Techniques
- Legal Terminology Expert
- Strong Leadership
- Microsoft (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint)
- QuickBase
- Salesforce
- Risk Management
- Time management
- Team collaboration
- Document management
- Risk identification
- Database management
- Project management
- Quality assurance
- Pricing analysis
- Contract oversight
- Pivot Tables
- Powerbicom
- Fieldglass
- Alfresco
Affiliations
- Photography
- Wedding Planner
- Tennis Athlete Coordinator
Timeline
Contract Specialist I
Spectraforce Technologies Inc./Lexis Nexis Risk
09.2022 - 09.2024
Contract Specialist/Paralegal
Adecco Group NA
01.2014 - 02.2024
Senior Clerk
Florida Dept of Health-Bureau of Labs
01.2006 - 01.2014
Contract Paralegal
Special Counsel, Inc.
11.2004 - 11.2005
Contractor Administrator/Bankruptcy Manager
Bombardier Capital
11.1999 - 08.2001
Bachelor of Science - Paralegal Studies
Jones College of Jacksonville
A.S. - Paralegal Studies
Jones College of Jacksonville
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