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Sierra Ward

Country Club Hills,IL

Summary

Organized and dedicated Administrative professional with proven track record of providing exceptional customer service in fast-paced environments. Offering keen attention to detail and strong decision-making skills to manage multiple, concurrent tasks. Self-motivated work ethic to perform effectively in independent or team environments. Also a hardworking team player with expertise in completing various clerical tasks and offering staff support. Responsible, punctual and a productive professional.

Overview

5
5
years of professional experience

Work History

Claims Examiner

Sedgwick Claims Management
04.2023 - Current
  • Analyzed workers compensation, short term disability and liability claims
  • Analyzed information gathered by investigation and reported findings and recommendations.
  • Maintained contact with claimants and attorneys to determine treatment status.
  • Managed caseloads effectively while maintaining high-quality work standards and meeting strict deadlines consistently.
  • Maintained detailed records of all claims activities, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements and company policies.
  • Delivered exceptional customer service to policyholders by communicating important information and patiently listening to issues.

Paralegal Assistant

Burton Law Office
12.2021 - 04.2023

• Communicate with clients, gathering necessary documents and information to begin building a case.
• Conduct all initial research and provide information to the Lawyer.
• Manage all administrative responsibilities in the legal office.
• Draft the first copy of legal documents.
• Organize all legal documents in a confidential way.

  • Ensured compliance with court deadlines by maintaining an organized calendar system for attorneys and staff.
  • Filed court documents and legal pleadings with court clerk on behalf of attorneys.
  • Researched statutes, decisions, legal articles, and codes.

Administrative Assistant

Mcdonough County Circuit Court
08.2019 - 12.2021
  • Managed filing system, entered data and completed other clerical tasks.
  • Arranged for delivery of legal correspondence to clients, witnesses, and court officials.
  • Enhanced office efficiency by streamlining administrative processes and implementing organizational systems.
  • Respond to walk-ins and answer general questions regarding Community Prosecutions and the State’s Attorney’s Office
  • Copy and fax documents.
  • Assist in preparing court files
  • Interact with the public.
  • Maintain confidentiality of information.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Law Enforcement Administration

Western Illinois University
Macomb, IL

Associate of Applied Science - Paralegal Studies

South Suburban College of Cook County
South Holland, IL
12.2024

High School Diploma -

Rich Central
Olympia Fields, IL
05.2019

Skills

  • Administrative Support
  • Scheduling/Planning
  • Court Filing
  • Filing
  • Customer Data Confidentiality
  • Assertiveness
  • Report Writing
  • Records Management
  • Bookkeeping
  • Document and File Management
  • Clear Communication

Timeline

Claims Examiner

Sedgwick Claims Management
04.2023 - Current

Paralegal Assistant

Burton Law Office
12.2021 - 04.2023

Administrative Assistant

Mcdonough County Circuit Court
08.2019 - 12.2021

Bachelor of Science - Law Enforcement Administration

Western Illinois University

Associate of Applied Science - Paralegal Studies

South Suburban College of Cook County

High School Diploma -

Rich Central
Sierra Ward