Mary Harding
Leander,TX
Summary
Adept at legal research and fostering client relationships, enhanced case management efficiency at Austin Community College and excelled in classroom management. Hardworking and passionate job seeker with strong organizational skills eager to secure entry-level Paralegal position. Ready to help team achieve company goals.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Paralegal Student
Austin Community College
05.2023 - Current
- Managed complex litigation cases by organizing files, tracking deadlines, and coordinating schedules.
- Enhanced legal research efficiency by utilizing various databases and online resources.
- Demonstrated strong attention to detail when proofreading legal documents for accuracy before submitting them for attorney approval or court filing purposes.
- Improved office organization by implementing efficient filing systems and maintaining accurate records of all correspondence.
Substitute Teacher
Leander ISD
10.2023 - 05.2024
- Followed classroom plans left by class teacher to continue student education and reinforce core concepts.
- Upheld classroom routines to support student environments and maintain consistent schedules.
- Developed strong rapport with students through consistent encouragement and support, fostering a positive learning atmosphere conducive to academic growth.
- Repeatedly requested as substitute teacher by teachers based on excellent past referrals and trusted performance.
Substitute Teacher
Henrico County Public Schools
09.2012 - 06.2017
- Followed classroom plans left by class teacher to continue student education and reinforce core concepts.
- Kept students on-task with proactive behavior modification and positive reinforcement strategies.
- Maintained day-to-day classroom management and discipline to promote learning initiatives.
- Enhanced classroom management by implementing positive reinforcement strategies and maintaining clear expectations for behavior.
- Boosted student engagement with interactive lessons, incorporating real-world examples and hands-on activities.
Mortgage Loan Processor
CCO Mortgage
09.2010 - 03.2012
- Collaborated with Loan Officers to provide timely, accurate service for clients throughout entire mortgage process.
- Managed a high volume of loan applications, consistently meeting or exceeding established processing timeframes for both new loans and refinancing.
- Handled any conditions sent from underwriting departments.
- Prepared file for final clear-to-close by branch management.
- Contributed to the success of the mortgage team by providing essential support in the areas of loan documentation review, data entry, and client communication.
Education
Certificate - Paralegal
Austin Community College
Austin, TX05.2025
Bachelor of Arts - Business Administration
Saint Leo University
Fort Lee, VA05.1993
Skills
- Client Communication
- Legal Research
- Legal writing
- Case analysis
- Document drafting
- Legal Terminology
- Legal Transcription
- Contract Review
- Courtroom Procedures
- Document filing
- Document Preparation
- Client Relationships
- Legal Document Preparation
- Case Summaries
- Legal and Court Processes
- Pleading drafting
Timeline
Substitute Teacher
Leander ISD
10.2023 - 05.2024
Paralegal Student
Austin Community College
05.2023 - Current
Substitute Teacher
Henrico County Public Schools
09.2012 - 06.2017
Mortgage Loan Processor
CCO Mortgage
09.2010 - 03.2012
Certificate - Paralegal
Austin Community College
Bachelor of Arts - Business Administration
Saint Leo University