Paulette R. Elkin
Wake Forest,USA
Summary
To continue to build my client base for Legal Assistant assignments, word processing projects, and transcription services.
Diligent transcriptionist with strong background in transcription. Known for accurate and timely documentation, consistently delivering high-quality transcriptions for diverse content. Demonstrated proficiency in active listening and typing speed to meet tight deadlines.
Professional transcription expert prepared for this role. Brings valuable experience in converting audio recordings into text, ensuring clarity and precision. Maintains collaborative approach and adapts to changing requirements, with focus on delivering accurate results.
Experienced with audio-to-text transcription, ensuring precise and clear documentation. Utilizes advanced listening skills and fast typing to complete tasks efficiently. Knowledge of maintaining confidentiality and adhering to industry standards for accuracy.
Overview
45
45
years of professional experience
Work History
Digital Transcriptionist
Absolute Video
01.2001 - Current
- Maintained strict confidentiality with sensitive information, ensuring client trust and privacy.
- Followed specific guidelines and style rules to meet clients' requirements and maintain consistency.
- Enhanced transcription accuracy by diligently proofreading and editing final documents.
- Consistently met or exceeded established productivity goals while maintaining a high level of accuracy across all completed assignments.
- Efficiently managed large volume of work assignments while maintaining attention to detail and accuracy standards.
- Effectively prioritized workload to balance multiple projects concurrently without compromising quality or deadline adherence.
- Reviewed completed reports for proper formatting, grammar, and sentence structure.
- Verified accuracy of transcribed material prior to finalization.
- Stayed current with industry terminology to provide accurate transcription services.
- Developed expertise in industry-specific terminology, resulting in highly accurate transcriptions tailored to each project's needs.
- Reduced transcription errors by consistently updating knowledge in field of specialization.
Legal Assistant
John L. Penson, Esquire
01.1999 - 01.2022
- Maintained strict confidentiality, protecting sensitive client information as required by legal ethics and regulations.
- Managed high-volume workload while maintaining strict attention to detail on every task such as drafting pleadings or summarizing depositions accurately.
- Drafted legal documents, including pleadings and motions, to support attorneys in various cases.
Legal Assistant
Scott Alan Orth, P. A.
01.1997 - 01.2010
- Maintained strict confidentiality, protecting sensitive client information as required by legal ethics and regulations.
- 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.
- Managed high-volume workload while maintaining strict attention to detail on every task such as drafting pleadings or summarizing depositions accurately.
- Facilitated timely resolution of legal matters by preparing and organizing essential documents.
- Responded to client inquiries, providing accurate legal advice and offering assistance.
- Managed accounts and client records of clients, observing confidentiality, and extreme discretion.
- Delivered exceptional service to clients by assisting them with routine needs like obtaining copies of pertinent records or directing them to appropriate resources when needed.
- Handled billing tasks efficiently and accurately, ensuring smooth financial operations for the legal team.
- Enhanced office productivity by implementing efficient document management systems for easy retrieval and storage.
- Assisted with trial preparation, including creation of exhibits, compilation of witness lists, and organization of evidence materials.
- Streamlined administrative processes for better efficiency in handling caseloads, reducing paperwork backlog, and ensuring timely completion of tasks.
- Supported attorneys in achieving favorable outcomes through thorough research and analysis of complex legal issues.
- Increased team efficiency by coordinating schedules, managing court dates, and ensuring timely filing of legal documents.
- Enabled successful case outcomes by accurately compiling and organizing evidence and supporting documentation.
- Enhanced attorney effectiveness by providing timely and accurate legal research and analysis.
- Streamlined office operations and reduced retrieval time by implementing efficient filing system for both physical and digital records.
- Managed correspondence with clients, courts, and opposing counsel, maintaining professionalism and confidentiality.
- Drafted legal documents, including pleadings and motions, to support attorneys in various cases.
- Contributed to positive work environment by offering comprehensive support to attorneys and staff, including document management and meeting coordination.
- Improved client satisfaction with prompt and effective communication regarding case updates and inquiries.
- Assisted in trial preparation by organizing exhibits, preparing witness lists, and coordinating trial logistics.
- Contacted clients to schedule appointments and discuss progress of cases.
- Communicated pertinent information to clients via phone, email, and mail.
- Revised and finalized letters, briefs, and memos.
- Reviewed, edited and proofread litigation for proper grammar, spelling and punctuation.
- Contacted witnesses to testify under oath at court hearings.
Legal Transcriptionist
Roseann McMahon Court Reporting
01.1999 - 01.2001
- Assisted colleagues with heavy workloads as needed, fostering a supportive team environment and ensuring timely completion of all projects.
- Improved transcript quality by proofreading and editing documents for grammar, punctuation, and formatting consistency.
- Leveraged advanced typing skills and proficiency in legal terminology to produce accurate, high-quality transcripts consistently.
Transcriptionist
Joe Triano Court Reporters
01.1997 - 01.1999
- Maintained strict confidentiality with sensitive information, ensuring client trust and privacy.
- Adapted quickly to new technology platforms and software programs introduced within the workplace, enhancing overall efficiency levels.
- Followed specific guidelines and style rules to meet clients' requirements and maintain consistency.
- Enhanced transcription accuracy by diligently proofreading and editing final documents.
- Consistently met or exceeded established productivity goals while maintaining a high level of accuracy across all completed assignments.
Transcriptionist
Metro-Dade Court Reporting
01.1995 - 01.1997
- Maintained strict confidentiality with sensitive information, ensuring client trust and privacy.
- Adapted quickly to new technology platforms and software programs introduced within the workplace, enhancing overall efficiency levels.
- Followed specific guidelines and style rules to meet clients' requirements and maintain consistency.
Legal Assistant
Toby Brigham, Esquire
01.1992 - 01.1995
- Company Overview: Brigham, Moore, et al
- Brigham, Moore, et al
Legal Assistant
Mark R. Antonelli, Esquire
01.1985 - 01.1995
- Company Overview: Gaebe, Mullen, Antonelli, et al
- Gaebe, Mullen, Antonelli, et al
Transcriptionist
Georgia Moretz, Court Reporter
01.1990 - 01.1992
- Maintained strict confidentiality with sensitive information, ensuring client trust and privacy.
- Adapted quickly to new technology platforms and software programs introduced within the workplace, enhancing overall efficiency levels.
- Strived to deliver transcribed documents to appropriate personnel on time to increase chances of future collaboration.
Transcriptionist
ABSI TRANSLATIONS
01.1988 - 01.1992
Legal Assistant
Mark R. Antonelli, Esquire
01.1984 - 01.1985
- Company Overview: Fowler, White, Burnett, et al
- Fowler, White, Burnett, et al
Legal Assistant
Roger G. Welcher, Esquire
01.1982 - 01.1984
Judicial Assistant
Judge James Lawrence King
01.1980 - 01.1982
- Company Overview: Southern District of Florida
- Southern District of Florida
Education
High School Diploma -
North Miami Senior High School
Miami, Florida06-1980
Skills
- Microsoft Word
- WordPerfect
- Digital Transcription programs
- FTR
- Express Scribe
- Typing speed approx 120-150 wpm
- Legal transcription
- Medical transcription
- Confidential Informant recordings
- 911 tapes
- Witness statements
- Depositions
- Body worn camera
- Fast typing speed
- Meeting deadlines consistently
- Proofreading proficiency
- Patience and concentration
- Dependency Court
- Termination of Parental Rights Proceedings
- Juvenile Court Proceedings
- Felony Court Proceedings
- Family Court Proceedings
- Civil Court
- Criminal Court
- Domestic Violence
Company
M & W Legal Works, Inc.
Timeline
Digital Transcriptionist
Absolute Video
01.2001 - Current
Legal Assistant
John L. Penson, Esquire
01.1999 - 01.2022
Legal Transcriptionist
Roseann McMahon Court Reporting
01.1999 - 01.2001
Legal Assistant
Scott Alan Orth, P. A.
01.1997 - 01.2010
Transcriptionist
Joe Triano Court Reporters
01.1997 - 01.1999
Transcriptionist
Metro-Dade Court Reporting
01.1995 - 01.1997
Legal Assistant
Toby Brigham, Esquire
01.1992 - 01.1995
Transcriptionist
Georgia Moretz, Court Reporter
01.1990 - 01.1992
Transcriptionist
ABSI TRANSLATIONS
01.1988 - 01.1992
Legal Assistant
Mark R. Antonelli, Esquire
01.1985 - 01.1995
Legal Assistant
Mark R. Antonelli, Esquire
01.1984 - 01.1985
Legal Assistant
Roger G. Welcher, Esquire
01.1982 - 01.1984
Judicial Assistant
Judge James Lawrence King
01.1980 - 01.1982
High School Diploma -
North Miami Senior High School
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