Sheila Valenti
ELK,CA
Summary
Reliable legal professional with extensive experience at the County of Mendocino, excelling in document management and court filing. Proven ability to enhance office efficiency and maintain confidentiality while drafting legal documents. Recognized for exceptional customer service and adept at managing multiple priorities in fast-paced environments.
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
Work History
Legal Secretary
County of Mendocino
10.2008 - Current
- Maintained strict confidentiality of sensitive information to protect client privacy and uphold professional ethics.
- Facilitated communication between clients and attorneys, ensuring prompt responses to inquiries.
- Arranged for delivery of legal correspondence to clients, witnesses, and court officials.
- Organized files for court proceedings.
- Organized and maintained an efficient electronic filing system for easy access to critical documents and data.
- Received and placed telephone calls to clients and prospective clients.
- Provided exceptional customer service when greeting clients and answering phone calls, fostering a welcoming environment.
- Managed multiple high-priority tasks simultaneously, meeting all deadlines while maintaining a high level of accuracy.
- Prepared legal correspondence and wrote professional letters for legal assistants and attorneys.
- Screened telephone calls and forwarded to appropriate departments.
- Assisted in drafting legal documents such as pleadings, motions, and briefs, contributing to successful case resolutions.
- Filed documents with courts on behalf of attorney.
- Reduced errors in legal documents by implementing thorough proofreading processes.
- Created, indexed, and maintained client binders.
- Developed and maintained filing and retrieval systems.
- Diligently edited legal correspondence for grammar and spelling.
Legal Clerk
Mendocino County Superior Court
10.2001 - 10.2008
- Maximized office efficiency through proficient use of Microsoft Office Suite tools such as Word, Excel and Outlook.
- Reduced costs associated with copying expenses by digitizing records whenever possible, implementing a more efficient document storage system.
- Supported attorneys during trial by organizing exhibits, taking notes on witness testimony, and tracking juror reactions.
- Adhered to strict ethical guidelines while performing legal clerk duties, demonstrating integrity and commitment to the profession.
- Streamlined legal document filing system, reducing retrieval time for attorneys and paralegals.
- Assisted in training new legal clerks on office procedures, policies, and software systems utilized within the firm.
- Contributed to a positive work environment through effective collaboration with coworkers and displaying professionalism at all times.
- Assisted in the preparation of trial exhibits, ensuring accurate and organized presentation of evidence.
- Maintained strict confidentiality while handling sensitive client information, fostering trust among colleagues and clients.
- Drafted and proofread legal documents, contributing to high-quality work product and timely submissions.
Bank Teller
Savings Bank of Mendocino County
12.1999 - 10.2001
- Maintained strict confidentiality of sensitive information to protect client privacy and uphold professional ethics.
- Facilitated communication between clients and attorneys, ensuring prompt responses to inquiries.
- Arranged for delivery of legal correspondence to clients, witnesses, and court officials.
- Organized files for court proceedings.
- Organized and maintained an efficient electronic filing system for easy access to critical documents and data.
- Received and placed telephone calls to clients and prospective clients.
- Provided exceptional customer service when greeting clients and answering phone calls, fostering a welcoming environment.
- Managed multiple high-priority tasks simultaneously, meeting all deadlines while maintaining a high level of accuracy.
- Prepared legal correspondence and wrote professional letters for legal assistants and attorneys.
- Screened telephone calls and forwarded to appropriate departments.
- Assisted in drafting legal documents such as pleadings, motions, and briefs, contributing to successful case resolutions.
- Filed documents with courts on behalf of attorney.
- Reduced errors in legal documents by implementing thorough proofreading processes.
- Created, indexed, and maintained client binders.
- Developed and maintained filing and retrieval systems.
- Diligently edited legal correspondence for grammar and spelling.
Education
No - General Studies
Mendocino College
Ukiah, CAYes - Travel And Tourism
Empire College
Santa Rosa, CA09.1990
High School Diploma -
Ukiah High School
Ukiah, CA06.1987
Skills
- Court filing
- Document formatting
- File organization
- Word processing
- Calendar management
- Document filing
- Document management
- Document preparation
- Phone etiquette
- Drafting legal documents
- Editing and proofreading
- Case management
- Proficient in software program
Timeline
Legal Secretary
County of Mendocino
10.2008 - Current
Legal Clerk
Mendocino County Superior Court
10.2001 - 10.2008
Bank Teller
Savings Bank of Mendocino County
12.1999 - 10.2001
No - General Studies
Mendocino College
Yes - Travel And Tourism
Empire College
High School Diploma -
Ukiah High School
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