Tracey Barron
Legal Assistant
Boswell,PA
Summary
Thorough team contributor with strong organizational capabilities. Experienced in handling numerous projects at once while ensuring accuracy. Effective at prioritizing tasks and meeting deadlines.
Pursuing full-time role that presents professional challenges and leverages interpersonal skills, effective time management, and problem-solving expertise.
Proactive and goal-oriented professional with excellent time management and problem-solving skills. Known for reliability and adaptability, with swift capacity to learn and apply new skills. Committed to leveraging these qualities to drive team success and contribute to organizational growth.
Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
Work History
Legal Executive
Mears, Smith, Houser & Boyle, P.C.
09.2018 - 12.2023
- Built strong relationships with clients through exceptional communication skills and a commitment to understanding their unique needs.
- Streamlined legal processes by implementing efficient document management.
- Managed complex caseloads by prioritizing tasks and maintaining detailed records of case progress to ensure efficiency and organization.
- Prepared and drafted wills, deeds, real estate closing documents, Wills and Powers of Attorney, all divorce documents including child custody documents, prepared documents for estate administration, entered attorney time into billing system, prepared memorandums, proofread all documents for grammar and punctuation.
- Created and finalized contracts and other legal documents for clients.
- Drafted motions, petitions and waivers.
- Maintained a high level of professional ethics and integrity while handling sensitive client information, ensuring confidentiality and trustworthiness in all interactions.
- Drafted clear and concise legal memoranda outlining research findings for presentation for submission in court filings.
Legal Administrative Assistant
Marci L. Miller, Esq.
01.2005 - 12.2008
- Managed general clerical needs such as opening and closing files, scanning sheets and faxing documents.
- Facilitated clear communication between clients and attorneys by acting as a liaison to ensure all parties were informed of updates or changes.
- Prepared drafts of forms, letters and agreements for legal staff use.
- Reduced attorney workload through proficient document management, handling correspondence, and performing clerical tasks.
- Kept office efficient and organized by managing tasks such as supply restocking and general upkeep without oversight.
- Screened phone calls to effectively handle less important inquiries and the attorney free for more important matters.
- Helped with intake of new clients and materials by setting up files and documenting important information.
- Generated pleadings and other legal documents for review by the attorney.
- Improved law office efficiency by managing calendars, and maintaining organized files.
- Enhanced client satisfaction with efficient scheduling and coordination of appointments, meetings, and conferences.
- Handled office scheduling and made notes for deadlines, motions, and other important dates.
- Filed documents with courts on behalf of attorney.
- Prepared and processed invoices for attorney billing.
- Diligently edited legal correspondence for grammar and spelling.
- Prioritized and handled multiple assignments and maintained firm commitment to deadlines.
- Managed check requests, expense reimbursement requests, invoices and accounts payable and receivable information.
Legal Assistant
Yelovich & Flower
10.2001 - 12.2004
- Maintained strict confidentiality, protecting sensitive client information as required by legal ethics and regulations.
- Established positive rapport with clients by providing prompt assistance and addressing their concerns professionally.
- Enhanced client satisfaction by efficiently managing and organizing legal documents for easy access.
- Maintained strict confidentiality while handling sensitive information, protecting both clients and the firm.
- Reduced errors in legal filings by proofreading documents meticulously prior to submission to court or opposing counsel.
- Supported multiple attorneys simultaneously while prioritizing tasks effectively based on urgency.
- Provided exceptional customer service to clients, maintaining a professional and approachable demeanor at all times.
Education
High School Diploma -
Somerset Area Sr. High School
Somerset, PA06-1989
Skills
- Extensive experience in working in a law firm
- Proficient in Microsoft Word
- Proficient in Microsoft Office
- Proficient in time management/multi-tasks
- Proficient in typing and proofreading
Notary Public
I have been a Notary Public for many years and am currently a Notary Public.
Timeline
Legal Executive
Mears, Smith, Houser & Boyle, P.C.
09.2018 - 12.2023
Legal Administrative Assistant
Marci L. Miller, Esq.
01.2005 - 12.2008
Legal Assistant
Yelovich & Flower
10.2001 - 12.2004
High School Diploma -
Somerset Area Sr. High School
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