Sabrina Mckoy
Houston,TX
Summary
Legal professional with extensive experience in providing top-tier administrative and legal support. Proven track record of managing case files, conducting thorough legal research, and assisting in trial preparation. Highly reliable team player with strong focus on efficiency and adaptability in fast-paced legal environment. Experienced with legal research, drafting legal documents, and case management. Utilizes organizational skills and attention to detail to ensure accuracy and compliance with legal standards. Knowledge of legal procedures and effective communication skills to support attorneys in achieving favorable outcomes.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Legal Assistant
Michaud, Mittelmark & Asrani PLLC
10.2023 - Current
- 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.
- Reduced errors in court filings by meticulously proofreading documents for accuracy before submission.
- Handled billing tasks efficiently and accurately, ensuring smooth financial operations for the legal team.
- Assisted with trial preparation, including creation of exhibits, compilation of witness lists, and organization of evidence materials.
- Supported attorneys in achieving favorable outcomes through thorough research and analysis of complex legal issues.
Legal Assistant to the Partner
Phillips Perez P.A.
09.2021 - 10.2023
- Organized documents to manage paper and electronic filing systems of clients.
- Filed court documents and legal pleadings with court clerk on behalf of attorneys.
- Prepared and drafted correspondence and legal forms to maintain smooth communications.
- Managed accounts and client records of clients, observing confidentiality, and extreme discretion.
- Handled office scheduling and made notes for deadlines, motions, and other important dates.
- Scheduled appointments, court appearances, and depositions for busy law firm.
- Prepared for court hearings by organizing and summarizing documents, preparing exhibits and reviewing evidence.
- Coordinated with court personnel and attorneys to determine scheduling of hearings and filing documents.
- Created spreadsheets to track client progress and document billable hours.
- 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.
- Interviewed clients to obtain information relevant to cases.
- Contacted witnesses to testify under oath at court hearings.
- Wrote and filed pleadings with Miami- Dade, Broward, Pinellas, Charlotte, Clay, etc courts on schedule to maximize case success.
Automotive Finance Manager
Island Hyundai
05.2015 - 02.2019
- Processed loan applications and monitored progress from start to finish.
- Negotiated loan terms and conditions with customers to secure best deal.
- Identified opportunities to cross-sell and upsell loan products to customers.
- Developed and maintained relationships with customers, lenders and other third parties.
- Obtained copies of applicants' credit histories and reviewed paperwork to determine feasibility of granting loans.
- Assisted customers with completing loan applications and other paperwork.
- Evaluated loan requests and documents to verify accuracy and completeness.
- Approved loan applications based on customer creditworthiness and provided detailed financial advice.
- Monitored pipelines to track and log status of loans.
Store Manager
The Body Shop, Store
10.2009 - 06.2014
- Managed inventory control, cash control, and store opening and closing procedures.
- Managed store employees successfully in fast-paced environment through proactive communication and positive feedback.
- Completed point of sale opening and closing procedures.
- Rotated merchandise and displays to feature new products and promotions.
- Assisted with hiring, training and mentoring new staff members.
- Maximized sales and minimized shrinkage through excellent customer service and adherence to standard practices.
- Trained new employees on proper protocols and customer service standards.
- Scheduled employees for shifts, taking into account customer traffic and employee strengths.
- Handled problematic customers and clients to assist lower-level employees and maintain excellent customer service.
- Tracked employee attendance and punctuality, addressing repeat problems quickly to prevent long-term habits.
- Observed each employee's individual strengths and initiated mentoring program to improve areas of weakness.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Psychology
Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey
05.2010
Skills
- Legal Correspondence
- Legal Research
- Document Control Support
- Project Management
- Writing and Editing
- Court Document Filing
- Subpoena Service
- Litigation Support
- Legal Document Reviewing
- Exhibit Organization
Languages
German
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Legal Assistant
Michaud, Mittelmark & Asrani PLLC
10.2023 - Current
Legal Assistant to the Partner
Phillips Perez P.A.
09.2021 - 10.2023
Automotive Finance Manager
Island Hyundai
05.2015 - 02.2019
Store Manager
The Body Shop, Store
10.2009 - 06.2014
Bachelor of Science - Psychology
Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey
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