Results-driven Associate Paralegal with a strong background in regulatory compliance and SEC filing preparation. Recognized for effective communication and problem-solving skills that streamline workflows and ensure adherence to legal standards.
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
Work History
Associate Paralegal I
BNY
Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
01.2016 - Current
Delivered comprehensive paralegal support for legal team managing high volume of mutual fund regulatory filings.
Prepared and reviewed SEC filings, including registration statements and annual reports.
Assisted attorneys and senior paralegals with complex legal tasks and compliance requirements.
Collaborated with outside counsel and service providers to ensure regulatory compliance.
Maintained timelines, drafted meeting minutes, and attended shareholder meetings.
Conducted annual audits on corporate records, generating independent reports for each mutual fund.
Provided coverage for teammates to ensure uninterrupted workflow continuity.
Streamlined communication among internal teams to enhance collaborative efforts.
Legal Analyst II Trust Officer
BNY
Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
07.2001 - 01.2016
Maintain production and service levels; maintain reporting and control mechanisms to monitor staff effectiveness through the measurement of quality, quantity, and other performance indicators; establish objectives, develop strategies, and monitor progress toward achievements.
Assist in the implementation of aggressive programs to improve the quality, timeliness of services, while reducing risk and costs.
Assist in hiring, training, transferring, and termination of staff in accordance with corporate policies; maintain merit and promotional salary adjustments, when necessary.
Ensure that accounts opened reflect the Bank's responsibility, thereby producing accurate reports for the various governmental agencies, such as the Comptroller of Currency and the SEC
Act as a liaison for various groups within BNY, such as Risk, Control, Legal, Finance, and KYC/AML.
Legal Analyst I
BNY
Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
03.1999 - 07.2001
Reviewed legal contracts and interpreted trust documents to ensure compliance and clarity.
Directed investment manager communications, ensuring adherence to legal standards.
Created legal synopses of client relationships for administrative and audit purposes.
Ensured accurate administration of trust agreements and maintained ongoing regulatory compliance.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Paralegal Specialist
Duff's Business Institute
PA
05-1998
Skills
SEC filing preparation
Regulatory compliance
Contract analysis and legal research
Document drafting and quality assurance
Accomplishments
Global spotlight Awards in 2012 and 2014 for outstanding contribution on onboarding new clients
Two Local Spotlight awards in recognition of performance
Two Premier achievement awards in recognition of performance
Timeline
Associate Paralegal I
BNY
01.2016 - Current
Legal Analyst II Trust Officer
BNY
07.2001 - 01.2016
Legal Analyst I
BNY
03.1999 - 07.2001
Associate of Applied Science - Paralegal Specialist