Cynthia Chandler
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Available for interview: in person with 1-2 days’ notice Available to start: Immediately
SUMMARY
Proficient in Microsoft Word 2010, Type 70+ words per minute, proficient in Word, Outlook, WordPerfect, Timeslips, PC Law, Essential Forms and a quick learner on multiple computer programs
Over 15 years with scheduling and arranging meetings, compiling, organizing and verifying appropriate files to support management and team mates.
Remarkable ability to manage multiple projects, handle shifts in priorities, and anticipate and resolve problems.
Enjoy working collaboratively or as part of a team, also self-motivated and able to work independently without supervision.
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
Response Team 1, Tualatin, Oregon 02/14-03/17
Administrative Assistant/ Office Manager/Dispatcher
Prepare cover letters and correspondence, sort and distribute incoming mail to appropriate recipients; as requested and review incoming correspondence.
Responsible for phone lines, customer service and appropriately routing calls to the correct person
Tools Used: Microsoft Office 2010: Word, Excel and Outlook LOW & COHEN, LLP, Phoenix, Arizona 01/11 – 12/13
Administrative Assistant/ Legal Secretary
Defense of automobile accident claims on behalf of a major insurance company
Draft, proofread, and process Superior Court filings
Draft correspondence
Develop forms and protocol for managing complex files
Process requests for medical records and law enforcement reports
Draft responses to discovery requests
Manage docket
Tools Used: Microsoft Office 2010: Word, Excel and Outlook DOYLE LAW GROUP, Scottsdale, Arizona 02/10 -12/10
Administrative Assistant/ Legal Secretary
Obtain medical records and police reports
Draft discovery and disclosure pleadings and assemble exhibits
Interface with insurance adjusters
Scheduling witness interviews and depositions
Manage docket
File management
Tools Used: Microsoft Office 2010: Word, Excel and Outlook QUARLES & BRADY LLP, Phoenix, Arizona 02/08-12/09
Administrative Assistant/ Legal Secretary
Draft correspondence, pleadings, exhibits and other trial documents
Notice depositions
Schedule witness interviews
Monitor docket
Tools Used: Microsoft Office 2010: Word, Excel and Outlook RIDENOUR, HIENTON, Phoenix, Arizona 06/07-02/08
Administrative Assistant/ Legal Secretary
Prepare correspondence and pleadings, assemble exhibits
Schedule witness interviews
Manage docket
File maintenance
Manage docket
Tools Used: Microsoft Office: Word, Excel and Outlook MARISCAL, WEEKS, Phoenix, Arizona 07/05 – 06/07
Administrative Assistant/ Legal Secretary,
Prepare correspondence, pleadings, and exhibits
Schedule depositions
Prepare trial notebooks and organize exhibits
Prepare court filings
Schedule multi-party depositions
File maintenance
Process attorney billing hours
Manage docket
Tools Used: Microsoft Office: Word, Excel and Outlook OLDFIELD & CREELY, LLP, Carmel, California 07/96 - 06/03 Administrative Assistant/ Legal Secretary
Screen potential new clients/cases
Interface with existing clients concerning ongoing matters
Front desk reception, telephones
Prepare correspondence, pleadings, business agreements, contracts, and estate planning documents
Coordinated multi-party depositions and hearings
Prepare court filings
Prepare and monitor voluminous multi-party records subpoenas
Monitor calendar/docket/reminder system
File maintenance
Monitor equipment agreements; schedule repairs and maintenance; purchase office supplies, furniture and equipment
Process accounts payable and receivable
Coordinate international and U.S. travel arrangements and accommodations
Tools Used: Microsoft Office: Word, Excel and Outlook