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Patricia Loughran

Queens,NY

Summary

Proven Executive Legal Assistant with a track record of enhancing productivity at Ropes & Gray by streamlining travel arrangements and managing document workflows. Expert in litigation support and maintaining meticulous expense reports, demonstrating exceptional organizational skills and attention to detail. Achieved significant time and cost efficiencies, showcasing a blend of hard and soft skills critical to legal administrative success.

Overview

33
33
years of professional experience

Work History

Executive Legal Assistant

Ropes & Gray
New York, NY
09.2007 - 06.2023
  • Supported the managing partner with meticulous administrative tasks, contributing to seamless workflow.
  • Managed comprehensive travel itineraries for legal professionals, optimizing time and cost efficiency.
  • Coordinated and maintained executive calendars, prioritizing appointments and meetings.
  • Compiled and reviewed expense reports and time entries for accuracy and compliance.
  • Ensured the confidentiality of all legal communications and documentation.
  • Executed miscellaneous office responsibilities to maintain organizational efficiency.

Legal Secretary

Renzulli Law Firm
New York, NewYork
01.1997 - 07.2007
  • Delivered essential administrative assistance to named partner, enhancing overall productivity.
  • Maintained extensive client contact, ensuring effective communication and support.
  • Managed monthly billing processes and ensured accurate time entry.
  • Produced and edited legal documents with precision and attention to detail.
  • Managed mail distribution and performed various administrative duties.

Legal Secretary

Wilson, Elser, Moskowitz, Edelman & Dicker
New York, New York
04.1990 - 01.1997
  • Delivered comprehensive administrative assistance to partners at fast-paced insurance defense firm.
  • Coordinated the preparation and filing of answer and discovery documents for litigation.
  • Coordinated monthly billings and managed accounts payable.
  • Produced and edited detailed client reports.
  • Managed faxing, mail handling, and photocopying tasks efficiently.

Education

Completion of Two Year Business Administration Program - Business Administration

Keyano College
Fort McMurray, Alberta, Canada
06-1979

Skills

  • Travel arrangements
  • Court filings
  • Expense reporting
  • Document management
  • Proofreading documents
  • Litigation support

Affiliations

  • Avid runner and have completed several NYC marathons
  • Enjoy reading in my spare time
  • Successful Fantasy football player (NFL)

Timeline

Executive Legal Assistant

Ropes & Gray
09.2007 - 06.2023

Legal Secretary

Renzulli Law Firm
01.1997 - 07.2007

Legal Secretary

Wilson, Elser, Moskowitz, Edelman & Dicker
04.1990 - 01.1997

Completion of Two Year Business Administration Program - Business Administration

Keyano College
Patricia Loughran