Natalya Ashchepkova
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PROFILE
Excels in preparing office documents utilizing all range of MS Office suite
Prepares variety of reports and documents including correspondence
Disciplined, with strong organizational, analytical and problem solving skills
Knowledge of basic bookkeeping, financial record keeping and basic accounting principles and practices
Can perform under pressure and to complete job assignments in an accurate and timely manner
Self-motivated to organize and prioritize multiple assignments by following the precise procedures
Assists in providing a wide range of administrative support with good interpersonal skills, oral and written communication skills, including excellent computer skills
Bi-lingual (Russian) with experience in outstanding customer service environment
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
Hartford Judicial District Superior Court Housing Session, Hartford, CT Jan. 2010 – Mar.2010 Paralegal Internship
Scheduled court proceedings with the Forecourt Vision Summary Process software
Maintained accurate computer records, updating on-going status of proceedings
Observed counter work performed by clerks, mediation sessions, and courtroom proceedings
Performed legal review of cases
Drafted memos to staff on ADA
Assisted staff with out-of-courtroom activities
Bendett & McHugh, P. C., Farmington, CT June 2010 – July 2010
Foreclosure Paralegal
Provided support on civil e-filing on foreclosure cases in a timely fashion
Diligently handled a large case load with minimal supervision
US Engineering Technical Services, Inc., Suffield, CT Jan. 2008 – Oct. 2009
Office Manager
Performed legal and investigative research utilizing Westlaw.
Maintained client and property data for a condominium development company using Microsoft Office and its applications.
Participated in preparation of necessary documents for real estate transactions.
Effectively communicated with prospective and existing clients. It resulted in accurate reflection of current status of business and high client satisfaction.
Assisted in generating a variety of reports on wide range of aspects of condominium community (for active adults)
RETAIL EXPERIENCE
Lord&Taylor, Farmington, CT Aug.2014 - Present
Sales Associate
Assist customers efficiently in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment, while ensuring that the customer's overall Lord & Taylor experience is a positive one
Generate sales by determining customer's needs while fully understanding all systems and procedures relating to sales and credit transactions, opened new charge accounts
Maintain floor standards, general appearance and cleanliness of department
Macy’s, Farmington, CT Nov. 2010 – June 2012
Sales Associate
Provided outstanding customer service
Met hourly sales and Star Rewards goals on a personal and departmental basis
Demonstrated superior product knowledge to customers, to create a shopping experience that will make the customer feel welcome and comfortable.
Performed other duties as assigned.
Kohl’s, Canton, CT Sep. 2007- Dec. 2007
Sales Associate
Provided to each customer a friendly environment service, which included greeting and acknowledging every customer, maintaining solid product knowledge and all other aspects of customer service.
EDUCATION
The University of Hartford, Bloomfield, CT May 2010
ABA approved Certificate of Paralegal Studies
3.94 GPA
Far-Eastern State University, Vladivostok, Russia March 1996
Bachelor of Arts in Russian Legal Studies
Far-Eastern State University, Vladivostok, Russia June 1991
Bachelor of Science in Mathematics
High School Diploma June 1986
School#51, Vladivostok, Russia