Susan Broekhuizen
West Olive,MI
Summary
Loyal and dependable candidate, who is successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Who is seeking full-time position that offers professional challenges. Who has a willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals and to make a difference in our clients lives.
Overview
37
37
years of professional experience
Work History
Legal Assistant
Verde Law Offices
05.2015 - Current
- Performs Office Manager duties and marketing.
- Organizes documents to manage paper and electronic filing systems of clients.
- Files court documents and legal pleadings with court clerk on behalf of attorneys.
- Prepares and draft's correspondence and legal forms to maintain smooth communications.
- Manages accounts and client records of clients, observing confidentiality, and extreme discretion.
- Handles office scheduling while answering multi phone lines.
- Works alongside attorneys, administrative assistants, and fellow legal assistants on complex cases and legal processes.
- Schedule appointments, court appearances, mediations, and depositions for law firm.
- Assists attorneys for court hearings.
- Responds to client inquiries to provide accurate legal advice and offer assistance.
- Prepared and managed attorney travel itineraries to optimize scheduling.
- Welcomes prospective and returning clients, as the face of the office.
- Communicates pertinent information to clients via phone, email, and mail.
- Contacts clients to schedule appointments and discuss progress of cases.
- Completes electronic filings, and managed firm's administrative matters.
- Revises and finalizes letters.
- Receives monies, which includes retainers and collecting payments due.
- Certified Notary and Process Server.
Day Care Provider
Self-employed
12.1986 - 05.2015
- Maintained safe play environment by emphasizing and maintaining cleanliness and organization.
- Sanitized dishes, tabletops, toys, and frequently touched surfaces to prevent spreading of germs.
- Prepared healthy foods and beverages for children based on optimal dietary guidelines and individual restrictions.
- Enforced rules and managed behavior through developmentally appropriate discipline.
- Met with parents about daily activities, positive developments, and issues.
- Applied positive behavior management techniques to enhance social interactions and emotional development.
- Introduced children to educational games and activities to boost learning.
- Planned and guided age-appropriate tasks like reading, crafts and learning activities.
- Assisted in potty training and other daily hygiene activities to support child development.
- Provided emotional support and guidance to children during difficult times.
- Facilitated learning through play, stories and outdoor activities for successful child outcomes.
- Provided transportation as needed.
Education
High School Diploma -
Calvary Baptist School
Holland, MI05.1985
Skills
- Office Manager
- Process Server
- Notary
- Assisting Lawyers
- Personal Assistant
- Scheduler
- Client Relations
Additional Information
Spent over 10 years volunteering at Rose Park Christian School as follows:
- On the Parent Board.
- Head of the Project Committee.
- In Charge of Scholastic Book Fairs.
- In Charge of Fun Nights.
- In Charge of Yearly Fundraisers.
- Assisted in tech upgrades.
Timeline
Legal Assistant
Verde Law Offices
05.2015 - Current
Day Care Provider
Self-employed
12.1986 - 05.2015
High School Diploma -
Calvary Baptist School
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