Brandy N. Strissel
Kingston, IL 60145
E Mail: abisli@r.postjobfree.com
Objective: To obtain a position that would unitize my experience and
administrative skills.
Skills:
o Proficient in Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, Power Point, Access,
Outlook, Adobe Acrobat, Trial Works, Word Perfect, Hometrak, and ACT!
o Experience with internet, Microsoft explorer and Quicken
o Knowledgeable in all versions of Windows including XP
o Understanding and knowledge of case management
o Understanding and knowledge of civil, personal injury, workers
compensation and medical mal-practice law
o Extensive experience in document production
o Excellent time management and organizational skills
o Skilled for managing large call volume
o Ability to work under stress, follow instructions, learn quickly and
follow through with tasks
o Self-Motivated; work well with others
o Enjoy contact with people
Employment:
May 2008 to present Visiting Angels, South Elgin,
Illinois
o Full-time Case Manager
o Manage 50% of client files
o Assist with hiring and new employee orientations
o Manage client and employee schedules
o Provide emergency on call assistance for clients and employees
o Create employee newsletters
o Assist with client/employee unscheduled visits
o Assist with company events and rewards programs
o Daily monitoring of client and employee files
September, 2002 to March 2008 Shockey Jewelers, Elgin, Illinois
o Part-Time Sales Associate (worked full-time from 2007-2008)
o Assist with Client Billing
o Assist with repair and appraisal intake
o Preparation of completed repair work and appraisals
o Client interaction and communication skills used
o Organize jewelry and keep sales information current
o Sale of jewelry and gift ware
January, 2003 to March 2007 Golden Law Offices, Elgin, Illinois
o Full-Time Legal Assistant/Paralegal in charge of 50% of firm personal
injury, workers compensation and medical mal-practice files
o Organize and track files, including medical reports, status reports,
and pleadings
o Preparation of Notices, Motions, subpoenas, complaints, deposition
notices, etc.
o Trial Preparation
o Phone and written correspondence with clients
o Keep client data base current
o Organization and tracking of Attorney's court schedules and client
appointments
o Filing and up-keep of client files
o Assistance to many office duties including: answering phones, filing,
appointment scheduling, copying, faxing, and mailings
Education:
o Graduated from Elgin Community College in May 2005 with Associates
Degree in Art
o Graduated with GPA above 3.2 and maintaining GPA since Fall 2002
o Graduated with Honors, Phi Theta Kappa 2005
o Graduated from the Elgin Community College Paralegal Program with
honors in December 2006.
o Graduation May 2010 from Judson University with Bachelors degree in
Leadership and Management with high honors.
Other:
Volunteer for Big Brothers Big Sisters of DeKalb, IL since June 2010
References and letters of recommendation available upon request
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