Melissa Morales
El paso
Summary
Dynamic legal secretary with over 20 years of experience in managing attorney schedules and coordinating communications among clients, witnesses, and court personnel. Known for exceptional multi-tasking and strict adherence to confidentiality standards, ensuring seamless case progression.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
Work History
Legal Secretary
County Attorney's Office
El Paso, TX
05.2006 - Current
- Managed scheduling and calendar for attorneys, ensuring efficient time allocation and priority task management.
- Coordinated communication between clients, witnesses, and court personnel, facilitating smooth case progression.
- Maintained case files using electronic filing systems, ensuring compliance with confidentiality standards and easy access.
- Maintained strict confidentiality of sensitive information to protect client privacy and uphold professional ethics.
- Arranged for delivery of legal correspondence to clients, witnesses, and court officials.
- Organized files for court proceedings.
- Organized and maintained an efficient electronic filing system for easy access to critical documents and data.
- Received and placed telephone calls to clients and prospective clients.
- Provided exceptional customer service when greeting clients and answering phone calls, fostering a welcoming environment.
- Filed documents with courts on behalf of attorney.
Education
High School Diploma -
J. M Hanks High School
El Paso, TX Skills
- Court filing
- Document formatting
- Efficient multi-tasker
- Appointment setting
- File organization
- Calendar management
- Document filing
- Phone etiquette
- Document preparation
- Drafting legal documents
- Criminal law
- Legal terminology
- File pleadings
- Legal documentation and reporting
- Deadline tracking
- Legal document preparation
- Legal document processing
- Clerical assistance
- Data entry
- Legal procedures
- Subpoenas and summonses
- Appointment scheduling
Timeline
Legal Secretary
County Attorney's Office
05.2006 - Current
High School Diploma -
J. M Hanks High School