July **, ****

Dear Sir/Madam,

This letter is to express my interest in obtaining a position with your office. I am a recent graduate of South Louisiana Community College in Lafayette, LA. I recently relocated to the Houston area and am seeking employment in the legal field. Based on the skills I have acquired as an administrative assistant in the past, as well as my studies in Legal Business Office Administration at South Louisiana Community College, I am confident that I can be a great addition to your team. I am hoping that you will allow me the opportunity to meet with you to discuss my experience and skills in person. I know if allowed that opportunity, I can and will meet your expectations and perform the job to the highest ability.

My resume, which highlights my strengths and experience in the legal field, is included. Some of the legal skills studied include:

Legal Terminology

Legal Transcription

Business law

Legal Administrative Procedures

Corrections Process

I am excited about the possibility of putting the skills I have obtained to use and would appreciate the opportunity to discuss my qualifications in more detail. I am available for an interview at your convenience.

Thank you in advance for your time and I look forward to hearing from you.

Sincerely,

Vanessa Seraille

OBJECTIVE

Legal Assistant/Paralegal

EDUCATION

South Louisiana Community College, Lafayette, LA

Associate of Applied Technology Degree, Business Office Technology/Legal Concentration

KEY RELATED COURSES:

Business Law,

Computer Literacy

Customer Service

Records Management

Legal Terminology

Legal Transcription

Corrections Process

Westwood College, Online

Paralegal Studies

East Mississippi Community College Work Study Program, Columbus AFB, MS

Medical Transcription/Terminology, Certification

Ville Platte High School, Ville Platte, LA

Graduate May 1989

SKILLS

Computer Skills: Microsoft Word, Excel, Access and Power Point, Clinical Advisor, Citrix

Technical Skills: Typing, legal transcription, 10 key add

EMPLOYMENT

Mental Health Specialist; Rehabilitation Service of Acadiana, Lafayette, LA 2010 – 2015

Mental Health Specialist; Cognitive Development Center, Monroe, LA 2008 - 2010

Administrative Assistant; The Wellspring, Monroe, LA 2007 – 2008 Community Awareness Secretary; Evangeline Home Health, Ville Platte, LA 2005 – 2007

Clinic Administrator; CAFB Optometry Clinic, Columbus, MS 2002 – 2003 Medical Assistant; Dr. Jonas Gouth, OB GYN, Oakdale, LA 11/01 – 03/02

Health Information Specialist; SW. La Primary Health, Opelousas, LA 09/96 – 11/01

ACHIEVEMENTS

Certification in Cultural Competency Training

Certification in Crisis Prevention and Management of Aggressive Behaviors

Certified Behavioral Health Provider

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