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Patricia Pavlov

Little Elm

Summary

Results-driven leader with extensive experience managing teams in fast-paced environments. Expertise in problem-solving, time management, and adaptability, contributing to enhanced operational efficiency and team performance.

Overview

30
30
years of professional experience

Work History

Sales Associate

Williams-Sonoma
Frisco, TX
10.2025 - 01.2026
  • Assisted customers in product selection, enhancing overall shopping experience.
  • Handled point-of-sale transactions accurately, ensuring efficient checkout processes.

Director of Paralegals

Bernstein Litowitz Berger & Grossmann LLP
New York, NY
03.2004 - 08.2008
  • Direct management of paralegal team and litigation support staff.
  • Analyzed staff caseloads and billable hours to ensure cost-effective utilization of resources.
  • Developed training programs on skills improvement and best practices to ensure consistent delivery of paralegal services.
  • Conducted performance reviews and made salary and bonus recommendations.
  • Served as primary point of contact for addressing employee issues.

Assistant to Paralegal Manager

Kenyon & Kenyon LLP
New York, NY
06.1999 - 03.2004
  • Supported management of litigation department by reviewing staffing, procuring temporary legal support, orienting staff, billing functions, and addressing client expenditure inquiries.
  • Handled logistics and provided administrative support and hearings and trials.

Sales Associate

Fortunoff
Westbury, NY
11.2003 - 01.2004
  • Aided customers with selection of merchandise and maintained merchandise displays to optimize product visibility and attract customer interest.

Assistant to Paralegal Director

LeBoeuf Lamb Greene & MacRae LLP
New York, NY
11.1997 - 06.1999
  • Assisted in management of paralegal staff including policy enforcement, workflow coordination and case staffing.

Paralegal

Mendes & Mount LLP
New York, NY
09.1996 - 11.1997
  • Performed legal assistant duties in Aviation Practice Group of leading NYC litigation firm.

Paralegal

Legal Aid Society
New York, NY
08.1995 - 09.1996

Performed legal assistant duties for Criminal Appeals Practice Group.

Education

Master of Professional Studies (MPS) - Human Resource Management

Stony Brook University
Stony Brook, NY

Bachelor of Science - Criminal Justice

State University of New York At Brockport
Brockport, NY

Skills

  • Customer service
  • Teamwork and collaboration
  • Time management
  • Problem-solving skills
  • Leadership
  • Quick study

Timeline

Sales Associate

Williams-Sonoma
10.2025 - 01.2026

Director of Paralegals

Bernstein Litowitz Berger & Grossmann LLP
03.2004 - 08.2008

Sales Associate

Fortunoff
11.2003 - 01.2004

Assistant to Paralegal Manager

Kenyon & Kenyon LLP
06.1999 - 03.2004

Assistant to Paralegal Director

LeBoeuf Lamb Greene & MacRae LLP
11.1997 - 06.1999

Paralegal

Mendes & Mount LLP
09.1996 - 11.1997

Paralegal

Legal Aid Society
08.1995 - 09.1996

Master of Professional Studies (MPS) - Human Resource Management

Stony Brook University

Bachelor of Science - Criminal Justice

State University of New York At Brockport

Leadership Experience

Co-Chair, New York Chapter and Conference Committee Member, International Paralegal Management Association (IPMA)

2005-2008