Yahaira Mendez
Charlotte,NC
Summary
Experienced administrator focused on business efficiency and operational improvements. Dedicated and decisive leader with strategic and forward-thinking mindset. Brings progressive industry experience, willingness to learn and adaptability to changing circumstances.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Legal Assistant
Brannen Law ,PLLC
Concord, NC
09.2020 - Current
- Assisted in maintaining department attorney personnel files with utmost confidentiality.
- Revised and maintained master calendar for client appointments.
- Processed and distributed invoices to bill clients.
- Organized and prioritized case loads of the attorney.
- Opened new client files and new matters in CMS.
- Processed summonses, subpoenas and complaints.
- Photocopied all correspondence, documents and other printed materials.
- Recorded and monitored court appearance dates.
- Mailed and arranged for delivery of legal correspondence to clients, witnesses and court officials.
- Issued subpoenas for all necessary records in preparation for trials.
- Managed high volume of phone calls and coordinated well-organized appointment schedules.
- Responded to client calls and inquiries to deliver applicable information.
Legal Secretary
Brannen & Walker Law Firm, PLLC
Concord, NC
12.2018 - 09.2020
- Mailed and arranged for delivery of legal correspondence to clients, witnesses and court officials.
- Coordinated and scheduled meetings and telephone conferences.
- Processed summonses, subpoenas and complaints.
- Photocopied all correspondence, documents and other printed materials.
- Handled all telephone calls, meeting plans and conference.
- Managed trial calendar, judicial calendar and master calendar for two attorneys.
- Electronically filed documents on our online system.
- Responded quickly to client calls and inquiries, asking open-ended questions to deliver applicable information.
- Coordinated correspondence between attorneys and clients for active cases and other matters.
- Recorded and monitored court appearance dates.
- Maintained daily calendars, set appointments with clients and planned daily office events.
- Processed payments and updated accounts to reflect balance changes.
Legal Secretary
The Law Office of James F. Cyrus IV
Charlotte, North Carolina
06.2018 - 11.2018
- Mailed and arranged for delivery of legal correspondence to clients, witnesses and court officials.
- Revised and maintained master calendar for client appointments.
- Processed and distributed invoices to bill clients.
- Recorded and monitored court appearance dates.
- Prepared accurate and complete forms in consultation with client and submitted applications to correct government entities on behalf of client.
- Coordinated and scheduled meetings and telephone conferences.
- Managed high volume of phone calls and coordinated well-organized appointment schedules.
Legal Receptionist
The Law Office of Timothy D. Smith
Charlotte, NC
08.2017 - 04.2018
- Receive and place telephone calls.
- Mail, fax, or arrange for delivery of legal correspondence to clients, witnesses, and court officials.
- File and maintain records.
- Organize and maintain law libraries, documents, and case files.
- Schedule appointment and maintain and update appointment calendars.
- Make photocopies of correspondence, documents, and other printed matter.
- Complete various forms, such as fee applications, interpreter request, and trial and courtroom requests.
- Prepare and process legal documents and paper such as subpoenas, motions.
- Used a well-developed skill set, which included good communication to improve relationships with others.
Education
High School Diploma -
Jay M Robinson High School
2017
Skills
- MS Office proficient
- Criminal Law
- Spanish Fluency
- Quick Learner
- Deadline-oriented
- Organizing and Categorizing
Timeline
Legal Assistant
Brannen Law ,PLLC
09.2020 - Current
Legal Secretary
Brannen & Walker Law Firm, PLLC
12.2018 - 09.2020
Legal Secretary
The Law Office of James F. Cyrus IV
06.2018 - 11.2018
Legal Receptionist
The Law Office of Timothy D. Smith
08.2017 - 04.2018
High School Diploma -
Jay M Robinson High School