Melissa Altholtz
East Setauket
Summary
Dynamic paralegal and office manager with extensive experience at Hulse McNulty PLLC, excelling in legal document preparation and client communication. Proven ability to manage complex real estate transactions with precision and professionalism. Recognized for strong organizational skills and a commitment to quality control, ensuring seamless operations and client satisfaction.
Overview
28
28
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Paralegal/Office Manager/Settlement Agent
Hulse McNulty PLLC
Sound Beach
07.2011 - Current
- Provided administrative support such as answering phones, scheduling appointments client intake for real estate transactions.
- Prepared, reviewed and organized legal documents, such as residential real estate contracts, powers of attorney, health care proxies, fence and boundary line affidavits/agreements, post closing possession agreements.
- Drafted correspondence to clients and other attorneys.
- Drafted correspondence, documented data and submitted materials to appropriate parties.
- Performed administrative duties such as photocopying, scanning, and organizing legal documents.
- E- Filed paperwork with Suffolk County Surrogate's Court cases.
- Prepared and organized materials for trial, including exhibits.
- Responded to client calls and inquiries to deliver applicable information.
- Maintained calendars for upcoming court dates or deadlines related to cases.
- Created spreadsheets to track case information and deadlines.
- Filed motions with courts via hard copy.
- Drafting and reviewing legal correspondence, including letters, emails, and faxes.
- Coordinated and managed case files, ensuring all documents were accurately filed and easily accessible.
- Trained staff on office procedures and case-specific duties.
- Contacted witnesses and scheduled interviews and evaluations.
- Maintained client files according to established protocols.
- Met with clients and attorneys to discuss case details and evidence.
- Organized legal documents in company filing systems and databases.
- Communicated with witnesses regarding deposition scheduling.
- Scheduled and coordinated depositions, hearings, trials, and meetings.
- Advised clients on procedural matters related to their cases.
- Monitored and updated clients on case progress, including significant developments.
- Managed inventory and supplies to ensure materials were available when needed.
- Reviewed files and records to obtain information and respond to requests.
- Implemented quality control measures to uphold company standards.
Notary Public
self employed
East Setauket
07.1997 - Current
Education
Vocation Broadcasting Certificate - Radio Broadcasting
Meyer School of Brodcasting
Minot, ND05-1990
Skills
- Real estate transactions
- Legal document preparation
- Client communication
- Calendar management
- Data organization
- Quality control
- Office administration
- Conflict resolution
- Legal compliance
- Attention to detail
- Accuracy and precision
- Title examination
- Escrow management
- Property transfers
- Software applications
- Verbal communication
- Multitasking
- Financial acumen
- Problem-solving aptitude
- Professionalism
- Decision-making
- Teamwork
- Analytical skills
- Professional demeanor
- Professional ethics
- Written communication
- Self motivation
Affiliations
- Avid reader, crafter including scrapbook and quilting
- Home gardener
- Former Cub Scout Assistant Cub Master and Den Leader
Certification
- Notary Public since 1997
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Paralegal/Office Manager/Settlement Agent
Hulse McNulty PLLC
07.2011 - Current
Notary Public
self employed
07.1997 - Current
Vocation Broadcasting Certificate - Radio Broadcasting
Meyer School of Brodcasting