Debra R. Davis
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Home: 256-***-****
Cell: 256-***-****
abhgai@r.postjobfree.com
SUMMARY OF QUALIFICATIONS
Results-oriented Legal Professional with significant experience contributing with a fast-paced
environment. Expertise includes several years of combined Legal, Administrative, Customer Service and
Entrepreneurial experience. Currently seeking a Paralegal position that would be both challenging and
rewarding. Highly effective communicator with the ability to analyze large volumes of information
while paying close attention to detail. Demonstrates excellent client facing skills with the ability to work
either independently or as a team member. Analytical decision maker with excellent problem-solving
skills. Outstanding computer skills, including, MS Office and Westlaw.
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
Madison Formals & Tuxedo, Inc. Madison, AL February, 2005 – March, 2011
Greystone Bridal & Boutique, Inc. Hoover, AL
President/Owner
• Managed day-to-day operations of a successful upscale Formalwear business from planning to
purchasing.
• Established a large clientele that was supported strictly by 60% customer referral.
• Developed, implemented and enforced internal company policies and procedures.
• Effectively managed and directed a team of six employees, responsible for meeting with vendors,
processing all company correspondence, inventory, scheduling, and payroll.
• Developed and implemented strategic marketing plans that resulted in the business being successful.
• Created special promotions, designed and printed all outdoor advertising.
• Responsible for the recruitment and training of all new hires.
Dish America, Kennesaw, GA August, 2002 – January, 2005
Office Manager
• Performed administrative and office management duties necessary to support the management team
of this satellite business along with effectively managing a team of over ten employees.
• Performed both Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable duties, processed company payroll, petty
cash, and other financial responsibilities for the company under tight time constraints.
• Developed and revised forms to match changing business needs.
• Established office procedures, implemented filing system, trained and supervised office staff.
• Processed draws, scheduled satellite appointments, processed invoices, purchase orders and resolved
all customer service issues regarding service.
Fleming & Hall Insurance, Alpharetta, GA November, 2000 – July, 2002
Insurance Claims Assistant /Check Processor
• Assisted with ensuring that incoming insurance claims were valid, and settlements were made
according to company practices and procedures.
• Set up insurance files for new claims in a high volume environment.
• Prepared adjustment reports and processed final payment on claims.
• Assisted with follow/up with lawyers and doctors to discuss the insurance claim in a timely fashion.
Kaufman & Rothfeder, P.C., Montgomery, AL January, 1997 - October, 2000
Legal Assistant/Credit/Collections Specialist
• Performed skip tracing request, processed garnishments, filed lawsuits and processed judgments.
• Performed legal research for assets, prepared accounts for litigation, scheduled and set up payment
agreements.
• Prepared reports for attorneys and set up new customer files accurately.
• Responsible for filing, ordering office supplies and company correspondence.
• Scheduled new client’s appointments, processed payments and invoicing.
EDUCATION
Bachelors of Science, Criminal Justice
Colorado Technical University, Colorado Springs, CO
Graduation Date: September, 2012
Associate of Science in Paralegal Studies
Graduated with Honors, G.P.A.3.58
Colorado Technical University, Colorado Springs, CO, February, 2011
Associate of Science/Office Administration
Alabama State University, Montgomery, AL August, 1985
PROFESSIONAL AFFILIATIONS
Member of Colorado Technical University Alumnus, 2011
SKILLS SUMMARY
*Computer Savvy *Report Preparation *Payroll *Concur Travel
*Customer Service *Billing/Collections *Word Processor *Data-Entry
*Skip Tracer *Loan Processor *Advertising *Payment Processor
*PBX Operator *Westlaw *Lexis-Nexis *Legal Researcher
*Typing 65 wpm *CaseMap
COMPUTER SKILLS
Microsoft Office – Word, Excel, Access, PowerPoint and Outlook Express
Available for Travel/Relocation