Natalie Young
Oak Park,IL
Summary
Dynamic legal assistant with a proven track record, excelling in project coordination and client relations. Successfully manages complex filings and plans large-scale events, showcasing exceptional organizational skills and confidentiality practices. Passionate about delivering impactful support and fostering collaboration within diverse teams.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Legal Assistant
Lutheran Church in America Headquarters
Chicago, IL
10.2015 - Current
- Complete and submit formal filings across all states, including annual corporate reports
- Coordinate, update, and maintain the ELCA group exemption filing with the Internal Revenue Service for thousands of affiliated congregations and organizations
- Create and issue 501(c)(3) certification letters for hundreds of constituents annually
- Respond to confidential correspondence and inquiries daily
- Establish, organize, and maintain confidential legal files and records
- Plan and execute meetings for up to 100 participants, plus guests and presenters
- Write, review, and edit contracts
- Review invoices for accuracy and process payments
Youth Ministry Program Assistant
Lutheran Church in America Headquarters
Chicago, IL
03.2011 - 10.2015
- Provided support and advice to 14 planning teams in all stages of preparation and execution
- Assisted 3,500+ congregations with registration and planning
- Recruited, organized, and trained several hundred volunteers for service
- Created content for the official website and social media platforms to engage 30,000+ registered participants and their communities
- Processed expense reports, invoices, and contract payments
- Hosted and provided hospitality to mainstage speakers and musicians, including international guests
- Served as event spokesperson for local news stations
Associate Manager
Forever XXI
Northbrook, IL
11.2008 - 03.2011
- Created a fun and profitable store by providing exceptional customer service
- Recruited, developed, and motivated a team of 20+ members
- Wrote weekly and daily schedules for associates
- Executed merchandising guidelines to specification, and maintained high visual standards to reflect the company’s image
- Ensured community involvement through various events and activities like Fashion Night Out
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Behavioral Sciences
DePaul University
Chicago, IL05.2026
Associate of Arts - General Education
College of Lake County
Grayslake, IL05.2008
Skills
- Project coordination
- Team collaboration
- Scheduling and planning
- Database management
- Client relations
- Confidentiality practices
- Task prioritization
- Notary public services
- File organization and management
- Legal document preparation
- Administrative support and assistance
VOLUNTEER
- Housing Forward- Associate Board
- Economy Shop- Room co-chair
- Animal Care League- Special events volunteer and kitten foster
- Good Shepherd Lutheran Church- Congregant and migrant ministries volunteer
- American Red Cross- Blood and platelet donor
- Park District of Oak Park- Events volunteer
- Bank of America Chicago Marathon- Race day lead volunteer
Timeline
Legal Assistant
Lutheran Church in America Headquarters
10.2015 - Current
Youth Ministry Program Assistant
Lutheran Church in America Headquarters
03.2011 - 10.2015
Associate Manager
Forever XXI
11.2008 - 03.2011
Bachelor of Arts - Behavioral Sciences
DePaul University
Associate of Arts - General Education
College of Lake County
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