Paula Teeter
Portage ,PA
Summary
Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Equipped with strong problem-solving abilities, willingness to learn, and excellent communication skills. Poised to contribute to team success and achieve positive results. Ready to tackle new challenges and advance organizational objectives with dedication and enthusiasm.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Legal Assistant
Tibbott & Richardson
04.2022 - 11.2024
- Ensured confidentiality by safeguarding client information in compliance with legal standards.
- Handled office scheduling and made notes for deadlines, motions, and other important dates.
- Improved communication between attorneys and clients by scheduling meetings, providing status updates, and relaying critical information promptly.
- Increased client satisfaction by efficiently managing case files and promptly addressing inquiries.
- Responded to client inquiries, providing accurate legal advice and offering assistance.
- Handled billing tasks efficiently and accurately, ensuring smooth financial operations for the legal team.
- Drafted accurate and persuasive legal correspondence, contributing to successful negotiations and settlements.
- Increased team efficiency by coordinating schedules, managing court dates, and ensuring timely filing of legal documents.
- Contacted clients to schedule appointments and discuss progress of cases.
- Communicated pertinent information to clients via phone, email, and mail.
- Utilizing multiple computer systems at once.
Court Clerk
Cambria County Courthouse
01.2018 - 04.2022
- Provided assistance to attorneys and court personnel in courtroom
- Maintained organized filing systems for easy retrieval of case files and supporting documentation.
- Maintained court dockets and updated disposition of cases after court hearings and trials.
- Increased court efficiency by processing legal documents and maintaining accurate case records.
- Supported courtroom operations during trials, ensuring all parties had necessary materials and equipment for smooth proceedings.
- Answered telephone calls, took messages and transferred calls to appropriate colleagues.
- Strengthened public trust by providing exceptional customer service to individuals seeking assistance or information about their cases.
- Maintained and updated electronic databases to accurately and securely store court documents.
- Facilitated communication between court departments, improving coordination for case management.
- Trained new clerks on court procedures, elevating overall departmental knowledge and performance.
- Facilitated smoother court proceedings by efficiently scheduling and managing court calendars.
- Assisted newly hired clerks in learning about application reviews and verification procedures, performance strategies and customer service techniques.
Education
High School Diploma -
Cambria Heights High School
Patton, PA06-1994
Skills
- Fast learner
- Scheduling/Planning
- Microsoft office
- File organization
- Calendar management
- Legal document preparation
- Client communication
- Administrative support
- Client Hospitality
Timeline
Legal Assistant
Tibbott & Richardson
04.2022 - 11.2024
Court Clerk
Cambria County Courthouse
01.2018 - 04.2022
High School Diploma -
Cambria Heights High School
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