Nicole M. Sanders
Yorkville,IL
Summary
Experienced paralegal in legal research and document preparation across various law areas. Proven ability to build strong client relationships, manage projects effectively and strong operational skills. Proficient in Microsoft Office and skilled in maintaining court dockets, ensuring seamless operations in fast-paced environments.
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
Work History
Paralegal
Workplace Law Partners, P.C.
Chicago, IL
08.2016 - Current
- Executed comprehensive administrative functions for multiple shareholders and associates.
- Conducted client intake for new legal matters efficiently.
- Assisted in preparing and summarizing legal documents for employment law, workers' compensation and corporate business services.
- Developed strong client relationships while liaising between clients and attorneys.
- Maintained organized files and inter-office calendar appointments.
- Managed court docket to ensure compliance with legal deadlines.
- Scheduled depositions and tracked status of pending cases.
Legal Secretary
Dreyer, Foote, Streit, Furgason & Slocum, P.A.
Aurora, IL
09.2013 - 08.2016
- Executed all administrative functions for multiple shareholders and associates.
- Cultivated strong client relationships while serving as liaison between clients and attorneys.
- Managed files and inter-office calendar appointments efficiently.
- Assisted in preparation and summation of various legal documents, including financial reports and real estate transactions.
- Scheduled depositions for doctors and witnesses to ensure timely proceedings.
- Recorded and tracked status of pending and closed cases for accurate reporting.
Legal Secretary
Nyhan, Bambrick, Kinzie & Lowry, P.C.
Chicago, IL
08.2003 - 11.2012
- Executed all administrative functions to support multiple shareholders and associates.
- Cultivated strong client relationships as liaison between clients and attorneys.
- Maintained organized files and managed inter-office calendar appointments.
- Oversaw project management for short- and long-term initiatives.
- Assisted in composing and revising legal documents with precision.
- Researched case law focusing on workers' compensation, personal injury claims, and Medicare.
- Prepared comprehensive reports for file closures.
- Tracked, accounted for, and invoiced expenses efficiently.
Legal Secretary
Bruce Farrell Dorn & Associates
Chicago, IL
02.1999 - 04.2002
- Executed all administrative functions for multiple personal injury attorneys.
- Prepared pleadings and correspondence for courthouses.
- Established strong client relationships, acting as liaison between clients and attorneys.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Business Management
Rasmussen University
Ocala, FL10.2021
Associates of Arts - General Studies
Harold Washington College
Chicago, IL01.2001
Skills
- Proficient in: Teams, Microsoft Office, TABS and AIM Time Management/Docketing Software and State and Federal Court filing
- Typing skill: 70 wpm
- Experience in the following areas of law: family, workers' compensation, personal injury, real estate, estate planning, medical malpractice, premises liability and products liability
- Project/goal oriented
- Strong operation skills
- Notary Public
Organization
Organization
Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Incorporated
Member
References
- Available upon request.
- Notary Public
Timeline
Paralegal
Workplace Law Partners, P.C.
08.2016 - Current
Legal Secretary
Dreyer, Foote, Streit, Furgason & Slocum, P.A.
09.2013 - 08.2016
Legal Secretary
Nyhan, Bambrick, Kinzie & Lowry, P.C.
08.2003 - 11.2012
Legal Secretary
Bruce Farrell Dorn & Associates
02.1999 - 04.2002
Bachelor of Arts - Business Management
Rasmussen University
Associates of Arts - General Studies
Harold Washington College
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