Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Legalexperience
Administrativeexperience
Typingspeed
References
Computer Experience
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Messelena Pemberton-Rowe

Messelena Pemberton-Rowe

Gainesville,FL

Summary

I am bilingual and looking for a responsible delegated position in which I will be able to utilize my skills and background in Administration, computer and communications. Customer service, being able to talk, listen and help customers. I have record management abilities. I can create, take receipt of, maintain, keep or dispose of documents and/or records. I am a responsible individual, well organized, and can work under pressure with little supervision. I will be receiving my degree in Criminal Justice by Nov. 2024. I enjoy meeting and helping people to the best of my ability. I am always willing to learn.

I am currently seeking position with a company which can fully utilize my vast experience and knowledge. My background consist of over 20 years as a Legal Secretary/Legal Assistant, 2 years as a Supervisor Cashier/Customer Service Representative, and 5 years Administrative Assistant.. During this time, I have developed a work record characterize by hard work, reliability, and the ability to adapt to changes.

Overview

16
16
years of professional experience

Work History

Office Manager

Rowe All-In-One Service
11.2017 - Current

Secretary Specialist

Department of Corrections
01.2021 - 11.2021
  • Company Overview: Reception and Medical Records
  • Reception and Medical Records

Administrative Assistant

Bosshardt Realty
06.2016 - 11.2018
  • Company Overview: Realty Department
  • Realty Department

Administrative Assistant

Department of Education
05.2013 - 05.2015

Legal Assistant

Department of Justice, U.S. Attorney
01.2010 - 12.2012

Legal Secretary

Law Offices of Jomo Meade
08.2008 - 01.2010

Education

Paralegal -

Professional Career Development Institute
Norcross, GA

Forensic Science -

Professional Career Development Institute
Norcross, GA

BA - Criminal Justice

Professional Career Development Institute
Norcross, GA
11.2023

University of the Virgin Islands
Kingshill
06.1984

Skills

  • Office Management
  • Filing organization
  • Calendar scheduling
  • Customer service
  • Documents/records management
  • Legal research
  • Microsoft Outlook
  • Excel
  • Personal Assistant Experience

Legalexperience

  • Prepare and file all legal documents via ECF with the District Court.
  • Research law and do a few charging instruments.
  • Customer service, being able to talk, listen and help customers.
  • Prepare Subpoena for Trial and Grand Jury sessions.
  • Answer phone.
  • Make sure all defendant's files are up to date.
  • Maintain and update the attorney's calendar.
  • Do Receiving reports and request for payments for transcripts and other work done.
  • Attend court with attorney on occasions.
  • Schedule meetings with Officers for preparation for trial with attorney, and other office related duties.
  • Keep attorney's schedule.
  • Keep track of court dates.
  • Organize files and prepare for discovery.
  • Maintain calendar of active cases.
  • Keep track of filing documents, hearing and trial dates.
  • Schedule conferences and interviews.
  • Prepare and make arrangements for transportation and hotel reservations for clients, witnesses and experts.
  • Fill out client sheets, fax, and making appointments for clients.
  • Help attorneys with legal documents and many other secretarial duties.
  • Review incoming material (legal documents) and take necessary action.

Administrativeexperience

  • Customer service, being able to talk, listen and help customers.
  • Run day to day duties of an Office.
  • Answer phones, filing, keep schedule and calendars up to date.
  • Do field work with Owner.
  • Deal with mail and correspondence, maintain records/information using Word and Excel and other office related duties.

Typingspeed

65-75 wpm

References

References and college transcripts available upon request.

Computer Experience

  • MS Office
  • Excel
  • Word Perfect
  • Microsoft Works
  • Power Point

Timeline

Secretary Specialist

Department of Corrections
01.2021 - 11.2021

Office Manager

Rowe All-In-One Service
11.2017 - Current

Administrative Assistant

Bosshardt Realty
06.2016 - 11.2018

Administrative Assistant

Department of Education
05.2013 - 05.2015

Legal Assistant

Department of Justice, U.S. Attorney
01.2010 - 12.2012

Legal Secretary

Law Offices of Jomo Meade
08.2008 - 01.2010

Paralegal -

Professional Career Development Institute

Forensic Science -

Professional Career Development Institute

BA - Criminal Justice

Professional Career Development Institute

University of the Virgin Islands
Messelena Pemberton-Rowe