Legal Assistant Data Entry

SARAH. TEKLU

*-**** ******, ********* 416-***-****

ON, M8W 3A7 **************@*****.***

PARALEGAL //LEGAL ASSISTANT/ ADMINISTRATIVE

Career objective

Reliable, quality-focused professional with strong administrative skills seeking to secure a paralegal / Legal Assistant / Administrative position in a law firm or legal department or company that will allow me to utilize my communication skills, writing skills, organizational abilities, and experience to contribute to company growth and profitability.

SKILLS AND QUALIFICATION

experience in Paralegal/ Legal Assistant / Office Administrative services demonstrating my competency in a busy office

Provide legal and administrative support

In-depth knowledge of legal terminology, Court Rules & procedures

Well versed in drafting legal documents

Computer proficiency (MS Word, Excel, MS PowerPoint, data entry, Lexis, Westlaw, CanLII)

Excellent communication and research on pertinent laws, regulations and legal articles

Outstanding interpersonal and customer services abilities with people from diverse cultural background

Inquisitive, adaptable and reliable team player who takes pride in providing excellent services

Ability to work independently, prioritize tasks and work with tight deadlines

Analytical, critical thinking and decision-making skills

Able to develop solid relationship with coworkers and clients

Bilingual in English and French

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

Render effective service and assistance for law firms in gathering information, preparing exhibits for trials, reviewing, drafting and editing legal documents

Carry out legal research in database & libraries, property & corporate searches

Co-ordinate, prepare and interpret legal documents including demand letter, motions, briefs, responses, agreements, pleadings, claims, and orders

Conduct Client interviews for intake and witness

Handle incoming and outgoing correspondence including letters, e-mail, legal memoranda and faxes

Organize personal and professional calendars and suppliers’ reminders of meetings and events

Assisted in Court settlement hearings & trials

Handle multiple case management responsibilities through entire litigation cycle for busy practice

WORK EXPERIENCE

ICONIC legal services Toronto ON 2016-2017

Paralegal

LOGAN LITIGATION paralegal services, Toronto ON 2015

Paralegal intern

CANALAT Community services Toronto ON 2012

Office support

PEOPLE TO PEOPLE Toronto ON 2011-2012

Office support

SAMMY’S ONE & ONLY, Toronto ON 2005

Customer services

TIM HORTONS, Toronto ON 2004-2005

Customer services

BLOOR PARALEGAL services, Toronto ON 2003

Receptionist

EDUCATION AND TRAINING

Metro College of Technology, Toronto, On 2015

Law Society Accredited Paralegal Diploma Program (Honorable Paralegal)

Relevant Coursework: Legal research & writing, Advocacy, Provincial offense, Employment Law, Criminal summary conviction, Torts & contracts, administrative Law, Tribunal Practice & Procedure, Small Claims, Alternative Dispute Resolution, Immigration & Refugee Law Evidence, Residential Landlord & Tenant Law, Human Rights, Advocacy.

PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT (Canadian Credentials)

Certificate in Leadership level 1 & 2 (ineffective speaking) 2013-2014

Certificate in The Art of speech & Argument 2014

Certificate in Law 2013

Certificate in Public Speaking 2013

Certificate in computer skills for workplace proficiency 2013

Certificate in Customer services 2012

Certificate Training worker health & safety awareness

Make better decision at work (strategic & business management)

Responding to conflict

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