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Board Chair, Humboldt Domestic Violence Services 06/2019 - 02/20124
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Paulette Pettis

Summary

Most of my career has been in the law arena which I enjoyed. I worked well with the clients and opposing counsel.


Most positions included office manager responsibilities. Organized, efficient, and hardworking. Work well both independently and as a team player and enjoy a challenge.

Overview

26
26
years of professional experience

Work History

Data Input Specialist

RAM Consulting
09.2022 - 01.2024

Same as previous job with RAM Consulting. Positions were paid hourly and as an independent contractor. When office was relocated I began working from home.

Data Input

RAM Consulting
04.2019 - 11.2020

Ocean Protection Council - 2020 Marine Protected Area (MPAA) Outreach and Education Small Grants Program:



Data input for Native American grants to protect the marine life in Northern California.


Reviewed and edited draft documents for grant publication with the

Paralegal

Hjerpe & Godhina
01.2016 - 03.2019

Interviewed and communicated with clients including interactions with clients in preparing their estate plan.


Assisted counsel in preparing estate planning documents.


Researched client assets information such as real property, financial increments, real property and life insurance.


Edited and proofread legal documents to verify accuracy.


Liaised and supervised other paralegals and legal secretaries to complete tasks on schedule.



Paralegal

Catherine Koskin Law
07.2015 - 12.2015

Drafted and proofread estate planning and probate documents for accuracy.


Liaised with other paralegals and legal staff to complete common tasks on schedule.


Contributed to firm-client relationship building through professional interactions with clients during meetings or phone calls.


Maintained and updated client information, client files and and project status.


Maintained calendar for court hearings and project due dates.


Revised and finalized memos, letters and estate planning documents.

Office Manager

Treviso At The Colony
06.2011 - 05.2014
  • Streamlined office operations by implementing efficient filing systems and organizational strategies.
  • Enhanced team productivity by delegating tasks effectively and overseeing daily workflow.
  • Reduced costs with meticulous budget monitoring and expense tracking for essential supplies and equipment.
  • Prepared monthly financials for accountant.
  • Handled sensitive information with discretion and maintaining confidentiality of company documents and personnel records.
  • Maintained computer and filing system.
  • Prepared Minutes for Monthly Board Meetings.
  • Assisted residents in matters outside the scope of office manager.
  • Member of the Social Committee and assisted in preparing social events.

Paralegal

Emmal, Skalbania & Vinnedge
01.2008 - 11.2009

Same as for previous entry.

Paralegal

Emmal, Skalbania & Vinnedge
01.2008 - 10.2009

Managed scheduling of court, arbitration, mediation and collective bargaining deadlines.


Enhanced case efficiency by organizing legal documents, files and correspondence.


Edited, proofread and finalized legal documents.


Communicated with clients to gather necessary information.


Prepared exhibit binders for arbitration or court.

Paralegal

Client & Associates
05.1999 - 04.2004

Basically same as Emmal Skalbania & Vinnedge

Paralegal

Monroe State Prison (DSHS State Of Washington)
01.1998 - 10.1998

Assisted Special Master in preparing documents for Washington Supreme Court.


Prepared legal pleadings.


Reviewed and prepared answers to interrogatories.


Liaison between residents of the facility and administration.


Maintained court calendar schedule and deadlines for pleadings.


Member of grievance committee.




Member of grievance committee.

Education

Bachelor of General Studies - General Business

Gonzaga University
Spokane, Washington

Elementary Education

Central Washington University
Ellensburg, Washington

Elementary Education Certificate - Elementary Education

Gonzaga University
Spokane, Washington
05.1996

Skills

Office administration

Research and data collection

Organizational abilities

Accuracy and attention to detail

Strong communication skills

Self motivated

Professional and mature

Team player

Word processing

File management

Customer relations management

Bookkeeping

Administrative support

Board Chair, Humboldt Domestic Violence Services 06/2019 - 02/20124

Fiscal responsibility for HDVS financial matters; organized Annual Meeting; supervised program director, attending fundraising events and liaison to other agencies and city and county officials.

Timeline

Data Input Specialist

RAM Consulting
09.2022 - 01.2024

Data Input

RAM Consulting
04.2019 - 11.2020

Paralegal

Hjerpe & Godhina
01.2016 - 03.2019

Paralegal

Catherine Koskin Law
07.2015 - 12.2015

Office Manager

Treviso At The Colony
06.2011 - 05.2014

Paralegal

Emmal, Skalbania & Vinnedge
01.2008 - 11.2009

Paralegal

Emmal, Skalbania & Vinnedge
01.2008 - 10.2009

Paralegal

Client & Associates
05.1999 - 04.2004

Paralegal

Monroe State Prison (DSHS State Of Washington)
01.1998 - 10.1998

Bachelor of General Studies - General Business

Gonzaga University

Elementary Education

Central Washington University

Elementary Education Certificate - Elementary Education

Gonzaga University
Paulette Pettis