Maya Farhat
Dearborn Heights,MI
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Paralegal
Chaytou Legal Consulting
Dearborn, MI
04.2021 - 05.2022
- Assisted attorneys with legal research, drafting legal documents, and preparing for court proceedings while also Preparing legal briefs, motions, and pleadings
- Managed over 80 client files and maintained confidentiality of sensitive information.
- Managed scheduling of court calendars and deadlines to maintain smooth flow of firm operations while editing and proofreading legal documents to verify accuracy.
Law Office Assistant
Advanta Law
Southfield, MI
08.2020 - 02.2021
- Managed office operations, including scheduling appointments and maintaining filing systems while assisting attorneys with legal research, document preparation, and client communication.
- Managed over 6 calls per day and Scheduled over 20 clients per day.
- Handled office scheduling and made notes for deadlines, motions, and other important dates
- Scheduled appointments, court appearances, and depositions for busy law firm while operating multi-line telephone system to answer and direct high volume of calls.
Receptionist
Salon Luxe
Dearborn, MI
05.2017 - 10.2020
- Managed front desk operations, including scheduling appointments, greeting clients, handling phone calls, and Kept reception area clean and neat to give visitors positive first impression
- Greeted over 50 incoming visitors and customers professionally and provided friendly, knowledgeable assistance
- Confirmed appointments, communicated with clients, and updated client records while Responding to inquiries from over 60 callers seeking information
Sales Associate
Alex & Ani
Novi, MI
05.2019 - 03.2020
- Greeted customers and offered assistance to locate products and checked store system for merchandise at other site while maintaining strong communication skills.
- Always number one in sales out of 25 employees. Increased sales by 10% per day by gaining customer trust and confidence by demonstrating compelling, persuasive and composed professional demeanor
- Organized racks and shelves to maintain store visual appeal, engage customers, and promote specific merchandise
- Maintained calm demeanor and professionally managed issues in busy, high-stress situations
Secretary
Wayne Car and Truck
Wayne, MI
09.2018 - 05.2019
- Handled administrative tasks, such as answering phone calls, managing emails, and organizing files while assisting over 40 customers with inquiries and facilitated smooth operations of office.
- Entered data into system and updated customer contacts with information to keep records current while responding to emails and other correspondence to facilitate communication and enhance business processes.
- Built and maintained excellent customer relationships through timely response to inquiries and going above and beyond to accommodate unusual requests.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Criminal Justice
Wayne State University
Detroit, MI05.2023
Skills
- Languages: English (primary) Arabic (secondary)
- Proficiency in MS Office
- Case Management
- Case File Preparation
- Strong organizational and time management abilities
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Detail oriented and focused on accuracy and efficiency
Volunteer/Leadership Experience
Legal Intern
Chaytou Legal Consulting
August 2023 - Current
- Drafting legal documents, client communication, Review trial transcripts, court fillings, and other related documents to determine
- Developed legal skills such as legal writing, negotiation, legal analysis, and trial preparation.
- Gaining valuable experience in the legal field.
Childcare Assistant Intern
Crestwood Childcare Program
September 2017 - June 2018
- Provided care and support to children.
- Assisted with daily activities and ensured a safe and nurturing environment.
Certification
Lash Artist
October 2021
- Certified Lash Artist
Timeline
Paralegal
Chaytou Legal Consulting
04.2021 - 05.2022
Law Office Assistant
Advanta Law
08.2020 - 02.2021
Sales Associate
Alex & Ani
05.2019 - 03.2020
Secretary
Wayne Car and Truck
09.2018 - 05.2019
Receptionist
Salon Luxe
05.2017 - 10.2020
Bachelor of Science - Criminal Justice
Wayne State University