Lynn Woodward
Southaven,UT
Summary
Equipped with strong problem-solving abilities, willingness to learn, and excellent communication skills. Poised to contribute to team success and achieve positive results. Ready to tackle new challenges and advance organizational objectives with dedication and enthusiasm.
Detail-oriented individual with exceptional communication and project management skills. Proven ability to handle multiple tasks effectively and efficiently in fast-paced environments. Recognized for taking proactive approach to identifying and addressing issues, with focus on optimizing processes and supporting team objectives.
Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
Work History
PARALEGAL/LEGAL ASSISTANT TO ATTORNEY
Kaufman Nichols and Kaufman, PLLC
Ogden, UT
08.2017 - 04.2025
- Coordinated daily communication between clients, attorneys, courts and external parties to facilitate information exchange and communicated inquires and solutions promptly and professionally.
- Managed attorney calendar by scheduling consultations, mediations, deadlines and court hearings and trials.
- Enhanced case efficiency by organizing and managing case files, ensuring accurate documentation, and timely updates to reflect current status.
- Reduced attorney workload by drafting and reviewing legal documents, including pleadings, motions, orders, affidavits and discovery materials.
- Assisted in trial preparation by organizing exhibits, witness lists, and trial binders for attorneys.
- Developed and maintained electronic filing systems to enhance document retrieval efficiency.
- Facilitated timely and accurate billing by recording billable hours, expenses, and other relevant information in the firm's billing system. Prepared bi-monthly statements and worked with clients to keep their account current.
- Promoted a positive work environment maintaining high standards of confidentiality and professionalism.
OFFICE MANAGER/ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT
Community United Methodist Church
Ogden, UT
01.2000 - 08.2017
- Developed and fostered relationships with parishioners and guests to the church and surrounding community.
- Oversaw daily office/building operations, equipment, facility, volunteers and committees to ensure efficiency and cooperation across all aspects concerning activity of a busy church.
- Coordinated church calendar by scheduling events, meetings, and community events at building to ensure smooth operations and minimal conflicts.
- Maintained accurate financial records. Supervised volunteers who counted and entered weekly contributions and attendance records.
- Handled sensitive information with discretion, maintaining confidentiality of personnel and financial records.
- Facilitated payroll, accounts payable and receivable, reconcile financials, manage staff credit cards/receipts and reconciliation, prepare and report to finance committee monthly.
- Conducted regular inventory assessments of office supplies, and facility maintenance by ordering and maintaining necessary items.
- Managed facility, and vendor relationships to provide building maintenance and support. Reported and coordinated with trustees to address issues promptly.
- Produce weekly bulletin, service PowerPoint, monthly newsletter. Maintain church wide email, and web page.
Education
High School Diploma -
Bonneville High School
Ogden, UTSkills
- I am very personable and know the importance of representing myself and employer in a positive manner I excel at multitasking and communicating ideas and information with others I take pride in my work and believe working well with others creates positive outcomes in the work environment
- Proficient in MS office
- Case management
- Client communication
- Office administration
- Document preparation, review and drafting
- Notary public
- Calendar management
- Administrative support
- Attorney support
- File and records management
- Document/Court filing
- Legal/Court transcription
- Exhibit preparation
- Family and Criminal law
- Negotiation
- Deposition summaries
- Subpoena coordination
- Power of attorney
- Troubleshooting complex problems
- Motion drafting
- Deposition scheduling
- Client intake procedures
- Case file organization
- File pleadings
- Pre-trial preparation
- Marital settlement agreements
- Effective multitasking
- Attention to detail
- Client support
- Customer service
- Deadline monitoring
Timeline
PARALEGAL/LEGAL ASSISTANT TO ATTORNEY
Kaufman Nichols and Kaufman, PLLC
08.2017 - 04.2025
OFFICE MANAGER/ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT
Community United Methodist Church
01.2000 - 08.2017
High School Diploma -
Bonneville High School