TERRY ARTHUR

**** ***** **** ***** ****** Springs, GA 30127

678-***-**** (mobile) ■ 678-***-**** (home)

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EXECUTIVE SUMMARY

Over 10 years’ experience in Collections and Recovery. Innovative, results-oriented individual with a record of achievement. Project Management skills, Computer proficiency in Microsoft Office. As a member of the Jag Corps of the United States Marine Corps, I served as a Legal Assistant for 6 years where I prepared wills, interviewed witnesses, drafted charge sheets, drafted motions for court and performed legal research, therefore developing a strong knowledge of the Uniform Code of Military Justice. I am knowledgeable of the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act, and have Collections Litigation Experience. I have completed paralegal studies at Atlanta Technical College and have completed one year of Internship with The Chestnut Law Firm to enhance my legal knowledge and skills. My ultimate endeavor is to earn my Juris Doctor Degree. I have successful Pro-Se Litigation against a major corporation under the Law of Merchantability.

LEGAL COURSES COMPLETED

Law and Ethics; Law Office Management; Family Law; Civil Litigation; Tort Law; Constitutional Law;

Legal Research and Writing I; Criminal Law and Criminal Procedure; Contracts, Commercial Law and Business Organizations; Legal Research and Writing II; Fundamentals of Georgia Real Estate Law; and

Wills, Trusts, Probate, and Estate Administration; Admin. Of Justice Intro to Law, Admin. Of Justice Criminal Concepts and Legal Evidence.

EDUCATION

1985 - 1987 Pursued Bachelor of Science Degree in Political Science/Public Law, CSU Long Bch, CA

1983-1984 Attained Associates of Arts Degree, Business/Admin. Of Justice, Santa Ana Col., CA

1979-1980 Attained Legal Services Certificate in USMC, Schools Battalion, Camp Delmar, CA

2013-2015 Paralegal Studies/Applied Sciences at Atlanta Technical College/ GPA: 3.86

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

Sept 2014-

Sept. 2015 The Chestnut Law Firm, Internship, Atlanta, GA

Assist with client intake

Legal Research

Prepare Off Letters

Draft and type Complaints, Interrogatories, Deposition Summaries

Federal Case Pacer System

Analyze Crime Grids

Prepare Legal Briefs (Office/Trial)

Prepare Legal Memorandums

E-File Training

Prepare Request for Admissions

Request Certified Copies of Court Records

Nov 2012-

Present TA Construction & Management, Construction Manager

Total remodeling of Residential and Commercial properties

Hiring and supervising skilled labor

Skills include Roofing, painting (interior & exterior), installing and fining Drywall, Carpentry, installing ceramic tile and marble, installing Laminate Flooring, Pouring and Finishing concrete, installing kitchen backsplashes and replacing electrical sockets and switches

Feb 2008-

Oct 2012 Department of Education Recovery, Collections Supervisor, CBE Group, Atlanta, GA

Rehabilitating and settling defaulted student loans

Training new employees, preparing and reviewing monthly reports and projections

Verification of arrangements made by collectors.

Feb 2003-

Sept 2007 Recovery Specialist, Collections Supervisor; Ryan & Reed, Lake Monroe, FL

Third Party Collections

Train new employees and prepare employee evaluations

Prepare and authorize settlements

Prepare files for Attorney

Prepare weekly & monthly Reports

Oct 1998-

Dec 2002 Asst. Credit Manager/Court Rep. (Small Claims Litigation) Heilig-Meyers, Orlando, FL

Process and issue credit

Collect delinquent accounts

Train personnel

Do writs of Replevin, file law suits and sue as agent for corp.

Jan 1996-

Sept 1998 Collection Manager/Foreclosure Recovery Specialist at Silver Lake Resorts, Kissimmee, FL

Collect timeshare delinquent accounts

Train personnel

Prepare weekly reports on personnel and accounts

Maintained highest percentages of recovery as possible

Managed low level legal matters.

HONORS

LEX Paralegal Honor Society member at ATC- 2014- Serving as Secretary

President's List (honor bestowed to students maintaining a 3.8 - 4.0 grade point average)

Fall 2013 /Spring 2014/ Summer 2014/Spring 2015/Summer 2015

REFERENCES

Excellent personal and professional references available upon request

Dear Hiring Manager,

I am writing to express my interest in a Paralegal position at your esteemed Company or Firm. I am asking for an opportunity to start my new career as a Paralegal/Legal Assistant. Thank you for taking the time to review my qualifications. I believe that my educational background, work experience, and skills would be a close match for your requirements.

I hold an Associates of Arts Degree with an emphasis in Criminal Justice from Santa Ana College in Santa Ana, California, and I have attained an Associates of Applied Science Paralegal Degree in December 2015. My GPA is 3.86. I worked as a Paralegal Intern with the Chestnut Law Firm, Atlanta, GA for a year. I also hold a Legal Certificate from the U.S. Marine Corps and have extensive knowledge the Uniform Code of Military Justice. I am also well versed in Contracts and Contract Law.

I have an in-depth knowledge of legal principles and terminologies. I am adept at doing legal research, analyzing and organizing information, and preparing case materials.

In my capacity as a Paralegal Intern, I was responsible for, among others, the following:

Drafting legal documents, which include briefs, agreements, motions, interrogatories, complaints, deposition summaries

Performing legal research

Investigating to validate and authenticate information

Interviewing clients and witnesses to gather information

I am proficient with computers and familiar with case management software, including Westlaw, Adobe Acrobat, and Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Power Point and Outlook).

I can work well with a team or alone, depending on the need. I pride myself on remaining self-directed and focused in a legal environment. I have been commended on excellent communication, being a team player, and loyalty throughout my work career.

If given an opportunity, I am sure I will be able to make a positive contribution to your Company or Firm. I am attaching my resume with this application for your consideration.

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