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Terri Karpinen

Warren,MI

Summary

Accomplished Legal Assistant with a proven track record. Adept in legal document preparation and client communication. Enhanced office efficiency and client satisfaction through innovative file organization and meticulous administrative support. Mastered Microsoft Office and legal research, Driven Legal Assistant with 30+ years of experience.

Highly skilled at multitasking and prioritizing tasks to complete projects on time and determine appropriate courses of action. Hardworking and passionate job seeker with strong organizational skills eager to secure entry-level legal secretary position. Ready to help team achieve company goals. To seek and maintain full-time position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem-solving skills.

Overview

30
30
years of professional experience

Work History

Legal Assistant/Office Manager

Unger & Kaner PC
08.2016 - 05.2024
  • Filed court documents and legal pleadings with court clerk on behalf of attorneys.
  • Organized documents to manage paper and electronic filing systems of clients.
  • 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.
  • Prepared and drafted correspondence and legal forms to maintain smooth communications.
  • Improved communication between attorneys and clients by scheduling meetings, providing status updates, and relaying critical information promptly.
  • Completed electronic filings, initiated billing statements, and managed firm administrative matters.
  • Increased client satisfaction by efficiently managing case files and promptly addressing inquiries.
  • Scheduled appointments, court appearances, and depositions for busy law firm.
  • 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 to provide accurate legal advice and offer assistance.
  • Coordinated with court personnel and attorneys to determine scheduling of hearings and filing documents.
  • 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.
  • Worked alongside attorneys, administrative assistants, and fellow legal assistants on complex cases and legal processes.
  • 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.
  • Enhanced office productivity by implementing efficient document management systems for easy retrieval and storage.
  • Prepared for court hearings by organizing and summarizing documents, preparing exhibits and reviewing evidence.
  • Gathered key information during initial client intake interviews that contributed significantly to the formulation of effective legal arguments.
  • 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.
  • Contacted clients to schedule appointments and discuss progress of cases.
  • Communicated pertinent information to clients via phone, email, and mail.
  • Reviewed, edited and proofread litigation for proper grammar, spelling and punctuation.
  • Revised and finalized letters, briefs, and memos.
  • Conducted background investigations on defendant.
  • Provided exceptional customer service when addressing client inquiries or concerns via phone calls or email correspondence.
  • Maintained computer and physical filing systems.
  • Created, maintained and updated filing systems for paper and electronic documents.
  • Developed and maintained successful relationships with vendors, suppliers and contractors.
  • Oversaw office inventory activities by ordering and requisitions and stocking and shipment receiving.
  • Conducted regular inventory assessments of office supplies, ordering necessary items proactively to prevent stock shortages.
  • Maintained professional demeanor by staying calm when addressing unhappy or angry customers.
  • Accomplished multiple tasks within established timeframes.
  • Developed and maintained relationships with customers and suppliers through account development.

Legal Assistant

Kitch, Wagner, Valitutti
06.2015 - 08.2016
  • Filed court documents and legal pleadings with court clerk on behalf of attorneys.
  • Organized documents to manage paper and electronic filing systems of clients.
  • 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.

Legal Assistant

Hocking Law PC
10.1994 - 09.2014
  • Filed court documents and legal pleadings with court clerk on behalf of attorneys.
  • Organized documents to manage paper and electronic filing systems of clients.
  • 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.
  • Prepared and drafted correspondence and legal forms to maintain smooth communications.
  • Improved communication between attorneys and clients by scheduling meetings, providing status updates, and relaying critical information promptly.
  • Completed electronic filings, initiated billing statements, and managed firm administrative matters.

Education

Macomb Community College
Warren, MI

High School Diploma -

Bishop Gallagher High School
Warren, MI
05.1991

Skills

  • Fast Learner
  • Scheduling/Planning
  • Microsoft Office
  • File Organization
  • Calendar Management
  • Legal Document Preparation
  • Client Communication
  • Administrative Support
  • Document Preparation
  • Legal Research

Timeline

Legal Assistant/Office Manager

Unger & Kaner PC
08.2016 - 05.2024

Legal Assistant

Kitch, Wagner, Valitutti
06.2015 - 08.2016

Legal Assistant

Hocking Law PC
10.1994 - 09.2014

Macomb Community College

High School Diploma -

Bishop Gallagher High School

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