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Melissa Perry

Lincoln

Summary

Dynamic legal assistant with a proven track record at OPLaw, excelling in court filing and client communication. Skilled in managing complex schedules and maintaining confidentiality, I effectively supported attorneys by preparing critical legal documents and organizing trial exhibits, ensuring all deadlines were met with precision and professionalism.

Overview

12
12
years of professional experience

Work History

Legal Assistant

OPLaw
Bristol
11.2021 - 04.2025
  • Mailed and arranged for delivery of legal correspondence to clients, witnesses and court officials.
  • Filed clients' legal documents in relevant courts for processing.
  • Filed pleadings and paperwork with court clerk to meet strict deadlines.
  • Ensured that all paperwork was properly filed according to established procedures.
  • Assisted with document production and deposition preparation.
  • Organized exhibits for trial proceedings.
  • Handled telephone calls, meeting plans and conference organization requirements.
  • Updated databases with new information received from attorneys or clients.
  • Responded to client calls and inquiries to deliver applicable information.
  • Processed incoming mail on a daily basis.
  • Maintained knowledge on case status by reviewing relevant records and reporting back to clients.
  • Reviewed and prepared legal documents, such as contracts, pleadings, motions, briefs, memoranda of law and discovery requests.
  • Scanned physical documents into electronic format for storage in a secure database system.
  • Drafted motions, briefs and other legal documents.
  • Greeted clients upon arrival at office and provided assistance as needed.
  • Oversaw legal team appointments, hearings and depositions schedules.
  • Managed office scheduling and kept accurate notes on deadlines, motions, and other dates.
  • Maintained inventory levels of office supplies necessary for day-to-day operations.
  • Knowledgeable dealing with pleadings, affidavits, motions and exhibit preparation.
  • Maintained client confidentiality in all matters.
  • Provided administrative support to attorneys by managing calendars; scheduling appointments; organizing files; preparing correspondence; filing court documents; and obtaining necessary signatures.
  • Managed time effectively to ensure tasks were completed on schedule and deadlines were met.

Early Childhood Educator

Kid Logic Learning
South Burlington
02.2013 - 06.2021
  • Created and enforced child-based, hands-on curriculum to promote student interest and receptive learning.
  • Led parent-teacher conferences to discuss children's progress, strengths, and areas for growth.
  • Built and strengthened positive relationships with students, parents and teaching staff.
  • Supervised and trained assistant educators, fostering a collaborative and professional team environment.
  • Collaborated with parents to develop and maintain strong support networks and build rapport to foster seamless communication.
  • Instructed and assisted children in eating, toileting, and resting to help develop healthy personal habits.
  • Identified children in need of extra support for emotional, health-related or developmental concerns and conceived improvement strategies.
  • Promoted good behaviors by using positive reinforcement methods.
  • Controlled classroom environments with clearly outlined rules and positive reinforcement techniques.
  • Organized and led activities to promote physical, mental and social development.
  • Participated in professional development opportunities to stay current with early childhood education research and best practices.
  • Ensured compliance with relevant regulations such as health and safety standards.
  • Promoted effective communication between staff members by participating actively in team meetings.
  • Created and implemented developmentally appropriate curriculum addressing learning styles.
  • Maintained detailed records of children's progress, behaviors, and interactions to inform instructional decisions and parent communications.
  • Participated in workshops, trainings and conferences to improve educational skills.
  • Utilized assessment tools and observational techniques to evaluate and enhance children's developmental milestones.
  • Developed age-appropriate activities to encourage physical, social and intellectual development of children.
  • Provided a safe and stimulating learning environment for young children.
  • Engaged with children on individual basis to build positive, trusting relationships.
  • Managed household errands and other essential duties.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Early Childhood Education

Union Institute & University
San Diego, CA
08-2019

Associate of Arts - Early Childhood Education

Ashford University
San Diego, CA
10-2015

Skills

  • Scheduling/Planning
  • Calendar management
  • Court filing
  • Time management
  • Confidentiality maintenance
  • Team collaboration
  • Client communication
  • Document preparation
  • Exhibit organization
  • Professional communication

Affiliations

  • Gardening
  • Spending time with family
  • Going to the gym
  • Camping
  • Reading

Timeline

Legal Assistant

OPLaw
11.2021 - 04.2025

Early Childhood Educator

Kid Logic Learning
02.2013 - 06.2021

Bachelor of Science - Early Childhood Education

Union Institute & University

Associate of Arts - Early Childhood Education

Ashford University

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