MARGARET NEVILS
Legal Assistant
Spring Hill,TN
Summary
At Metro Government-General Sessions Court, I excelled as a Legal Administrative Assistant, adeptly managing office administration and court filings. Demonstrating a keen ability to prioritize tasks for multiple attorneys and the Judge, I significantly enhanced legal workflow efficiency. My proficiency in file management and exceptional organizational skills ensured seamless court operations. Organized all judicial files for court. Handles clerical tasks with high efficiency and minimal oversight. Manages files, supplies and billing support.
Coordinate meetings for judges and ordering lunches for each meeting. Experienced in drafting legal documents, scheduling appointments, managing client files, and interacting with clients. Knowledge of State Court and Federal Court rules of practice and procedure. Works independently to carry out assignments. Manages priorities, pays attention to details and deadlines
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
Work History
Previous Job - Legal Administrative Assistant
Metro Government- General Sessions Court
12.2014 - 12.2023
- Supported multiple attorneys simultaneously by efficiently prioritizing tasks according to urgency or deadline requirements. Assisted attorneys by appointing defendants to be represented by the attorney. Assist the Judge in all legal work, typing, assisting in court, ordering supplies. Prepared all attorney bills for approval by the Judge. Draft letters, motions and other documentation to be signed.
- Managed general clerical needs such as opening and closing files, scanning sheets and faxing documents. Approving indigency forms for the judge to sign.
- Scheduled and made appointments for several attorneys.
Senior Legal Secretary
Metro Public Defender's Office
11.2000 - 12.2014
Work for four attorneys and prepared files for upcoming court dates. Close files after case ends and do a monthly report. Typing letters for attorneys and open and answer mail for attorneys. Relieve the switchboard operator and take incoming calls. Attend meetings on a monthly basis and provide comprehensive administrative support for all attorneys.
Skills
- Office Administration
- File Management
- Calendar Management
- Court filings
Timeline
Previous Job - Legal Administrative Assistant
Metro Government- General Sessions Court
12.2014 - 12.2023
Senior Legal Secretary
Metro Public Defender's Office
11.2000 - 12.2014
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