Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Affiliations
Volunteer
Certification
References
Timeline
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Marie Guthrie

Davidson,NC

Summary

Dedicated and enthusiastic job seeker with a proven track record of strong organizational skills. Seeking an entry-level Paralegal position to contribute to a team's success in achieving company goals. Eager to utilize hardworking nature and passion for the field to provide valuable support and assistance.

Overview

22
years of professional experience
1
Certification

Work History

Cool Fish, LKN

Bartender/Server
07.2023 - Current

Job overview

  • Served high customer volumes during special events, nights, and weekends.
  • Managed cash handling duties responsibly, ensuring accurate accounting at the end of each shift.
  • Performed opening and closing duties, printing sales reports, setting up for incoming shift, preparing cash drawers, and taking inventory.
  • Efficiently opened or closed the bar according to established procedures, ensuring preparedness for each shift.
  • Contributed to a positive work environment through effective teamwork and communication with colleagues.

Council for Children's Rights

Volunteer Child Custody Advocate
10.2021 - Current

Job overview

  • Worked effectively with fellow team members to coordinate effective solutions to any question or concern.
  • Established trusting relationships with clients by maintaining open lines of communication throughout the entire representation process.
  • Managed complex caseloads with diligence, prioritizing tasks to ensure timely resolution of cases.
  • Maintained positive relationships with community to build and nurture dynamic partnerships.
  • Made referrals to appropriate services, following up to confirm patients received access to required care.

Seth B. Weinshenker, P.A.

Legal Assistant
05.2020 - 08.2021

Job overview

  • Drafted legal documents when requested, including subpoenas, motions etc.
  • Maintained strict confidentiality, protecting sensitive client information as required by legal ethics and regulations.
  • Made daily visits to the courthouse to file all necessary paperwork for cases.
  • Handled office scheduling and made notes for deadlines, motions, and other important dates.
  • Improved communication between attorneys and clients by scheduling meetings, providing status updates, and relaying critical information promptly.
  • Increased client satisfaction by efficiently managing case files and promptly addressing inquiries.

Morningstar Marinas

Office Manager and Leasing Consultant
02.2015 - 09.2018

Job overview

  • Maintained office operations and procedures
  • Prepared payroll
  • Managed vendor relationships, negotiating contracts for cost savings while maintaining high-quality services.
  • Reviewed and approved supply requisitions
  • Assigned and monitored clerical functions
  • Responsible for leasing of boat slips & new memberships.
  • Handled sensitive information with discretion, maintaining confidentiality of company documents and personnel records.
  • Streamlined office operations by implementing efficient filing systems and organizational strategies.
  • Assisted in the recruitment process, conducting interviews and onboarding new employees to promote a seamless integration into the team dynamic.

The Peninsula Yacht Club

Payroll and HR Assistant
01.2013 - 12.2016

Job overview

  • Provided payroll and administrative support services to the General Manager & Club Controller
  • Prepared time cards
  • Processed new hire background checks & Drug Screening
  • Screened applicant resumes and coordinated both phone and in-person interviews
  • Coordinated and administered new hire orientation and paperwork
  • Managed member accounts/payments/vendors using Clubsoft.

HRM Consultants

Medicaid Liaison
05.2002 - 08.2010

Job overview

  • Assisted patients with Medicaid applications and getting necessary documentation needed
  • Called the Illinois department of Public Aid to check the status of applications numerous times on a daily basis
  • Input necessary data for applications
  • Consistent communication between patient and IDPA.

Education

Central Piedmont Community College
Charlotte, NC

Associates in Arts

University of North Carolina At Chapel Hill
Chapel Hill, NC

Paralegal Certification
06.2022

University Overview

Relevant Coursework

  • Created an Inner Office Memo and a fictional Complaint with 5 Causes of Action.
  • Professional Development: Created a Meck. County community resource guide listing available resources for families in need.
  • Filed a Criminal Contempt Complaint with Magistrates office based on the Magistrates protocol for DV cases in October 2005 against former partner for violating a restraining order that ended with an arrest and charges being filed
  • Composed a financial Hardship appeal letter to Suntrust Bank for a family member regarding their mortgage that resulted in their home being saved from foreclosure.
  • Created a Financial Hardship letter on behalf of a family member to Atrium Health regarding an unpaid $20,000 bill that was granted full financial aid to apply towards balance.


Awards

  • Outstanding Performance Award in recognition of a job well done- Feb 2006- presented by Ty Burns- VP of retail operations- Central Division

Skills

  • Strong multitasking
  • Customer Service
  • Highly reliable
  • Team Leadership
  • Time Management
  • Verbal and written communication
  • Complex Problem-Solving
  • Legal Research
  • Case Management
  • Client Communication
  • Proficient in MS Office

Affiliations

  • NALA member

Volunteer

  • American Foundation for Suicide Prevention-Trained Facilitator for Local Schools since May 2017. Certified to give presentations in schools on various subjects regarding suicide prevention and strategies to combat the epidemic facing our nation
  • Morgans Message- At large Ambassador since Sept. 2023- This program aims to build safe communities for mental health advocacy for students and athletes affected by struggles relating to their mental health. The organization is broadly focused on fighting the stigma around talking about mental health and pushing student-athletes to seek help when they need it. More specifically, they want to work on creating spaces for student-athletes of color to talk about their own unique issues and encouraging more male students to participate. As an ambassador I am given the tools and support to serve as a community leader and mental health advocate. Most recently, I hosted an event at numerous Kendra Scott stores around the Piedmont area. I was there to spread awareness, and raise money to help drive critical initiatives to fuel our mission!

Certification


  • Paralegal Certificate, 06/01/21, Present. Relevant Coursework: Criminal Law 20 hrs, Torts 20 hrs, Real Property 20 hrs, Contracts 20hrs, Family Law 20hrs, Paralegal skills 90 hrs.
  • National Child Traumatic Stress Network (NCTSN) 11 plus CE credits in trauma as it pertains to young children and their families.
  • Council for Childrens Rights- 7.75 hours of training

References

Miles Levine- Attorney

704-287-1764

Seth Weinshenker- Attorney- 

704-699-2901 

Jeffrey Fearn- Accountant- 

704-497-3455


     Reference letter available

             upon request

Timeline

Bartender/Server

Cool Fish, LKN
07.2023 - Current

Volunteer Child Custody Advocate

Council for Children's Rights
10.2021 - Current

Legal Assistant

Seth B. Weinshenker, P.A.
05.2020 - 08.2021

Office Manager and Leasing Consultant

Morningstar Marinas
02.2015 - 09.2018

Payroll and HR Assistant

The Peninsula Yacht Club
01.2013 - 12.2016

Medicaid Liaison

HRM Consultants
05.2002 - 08.2010

Central Piedmont Community College

Associates in Arts

University of North Carolina At Chapel Hill

Paralegal Certification


  • Paralegal Certificate, 06/01/21, Present. Relevant Coursework: Criminal Law 20 hrs, Torts 20 hrs, Real Property 20 hrs, Contracts 20hrs, Family Law 20hrs, Paralegal skills 90 hrs.
  • National Child Traumatic Stress Network (NCTSN) 11 plus CE credits in trauma as it pertains to young children and their families.
  • Council for Childrens Rights- 7.75 hours of training
Marie Guthrie