Mary Parnham
Houston
Summary
Although I have worked mostly in the legal profession, my skills as an organizer and administrative assistant are what I choose to emphasize in my current search for part-time employment.
Overview
53
53
years of professional experience
Work History
Paralegal/Office Manager
Parnham & Associates
Houston
06.1980 - 10.2024
- Drafted and reviewed legal documents for accuracy in criminal district court cases.
- Organized case files, ensuring accurate records for ongoing litigation.
- Assisted trial preparation by gathering evidence and summarizing findings to support case strategy.
- Communicated with clients to provide updates and collect relevant information.
- Coordinated schedules for meetings and court appearances to enhance efficiency.
- Maintained client files according to established confidentiality protocols.
- Drafted correspondence for clients and attorneys to facilitate effective communication.
- Documented key events and observations during court proceedings to aid trial analysis.
Administrative Assistant
Bell Operations Corp.
Tehran
01.1977 - 01.1979
- Managed scheduling for executive meetings and office events, ensuring optimal time utilization.
- Coordinated communication between departments and external partners, fostering collaboration and ensuring alignment on project goals.
- Assisted in preparing reports and presentations for management, maintaining high-quality standards.
- Tracked project deadlines and deliverables, facilitating timely project execution and accountability.
- Tracked project deadlines and deliverables to support effective project coordination.
- Handled confidential documents in accordance with established protocols to ensure security.
- Greeted visitors at front desk, providing a welcoming atmosphere., directing inquiries to appropriate personnel promptly.
- Created travel arrangements and disseminated details to relevant personnel, streamlining travel logistics and enhancing scheduling efficiency.
Executive Secretary
Girard Bank
Philadelphia
01.1972 - 12.1976
- Streamlined filing systems to enhance document retrieval efficiency.
- Coordinated communication between executives and clients as primary liaison.
- Handled confidential information with discretion to safeguard data integrity.
- Oversaw maintenance of confidential files related to executive operations.
- Maintained organized filing systems for efficient document retrieval.
- Provided administrative support by greeting visitors and managing phone inquiries.
- Assisted in preparation of presentations, reports, memos, and letters.
- Reviewed incoming correspondence and distributed materials accordingly.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Criminal Justice
University of Houston
Houston, Texas06-1999
Skills
- Legal research
- Legal compliance
- Document drafting
- Trial preparation
- Case management
- Document organization
- Client communication
Accomplishments
- University of Houston award for Outstanding Achievement in Criminal Justice
- Volunteer of the Year award from the Houston Area Women's Center
- Spirit of Hope Award, Mental Health Association of Greater Houston in recognition of leadership and advocacy in Women's Mental Health Education
- Volunteer Recognition Award, Mental Health America
Committee and Volunteer Work
- Yates Children Memorial Fund/Mental Health America - Co-Founder, 2002 to Present
- Houston Area Women's Center, Children Court Advocates, 15 years
- Postpartum Support International Board Member, 2016 - 2025
- President's Advisory Counsel for PSI member
- Legal Justice Committee/Yates Children Memorial Fund task force member
Timeline
Paralegal/Office Manager
Parnham & Associates
06.1980 - 10.2024
Administrative Assistant
Bell Operations Corp.
01.1977 - 01.1979
Executive Secretary
Girard Bank
01.1972 - 12.1976
Bachelor of Science - Criminal Justice
University of Houston