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Legal Assistant / Paralegal / Legal Secretary

Location:
Springfield, IL
Posted:
June 28, 2018

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Resume:

Tabitha Bernhardt

* ******* *****, *******, ** **629 217-***-**** ************@*****.***

Objective

Seeking a position where I can utilize secretarial and legal skills in an environment beneficial for mutual growth and development in the legal sector.

Summary of Qualifications

Strong client relations skills

Strong critical thinking skills

Ability to work independently

Outstanding communication

(written and spoken)

Ability to operate multiline phone system

Strong competency with file management

Dictation (tape and electronic)

High level of stress tolerance

Ability to work with difficult clientele in a respectful and courteous manner

Ability to use tact and diplomacy when dealing with sensitive and confidential issues and situations

Ability to institute and conduct all phases of office procedures

Uncommon competency with office equipment, including troubleshooting

Remarkable skill at organizing work and resolving problems that arise in day to day activities.

Strong computer skills and knowledge of many software programs, including Microsoft Office Suite, Excel, Quicken/QuickBooks, Timeslips, EzFiling (bankruptcy software), FinPlan/DivorceMath/Divorce Planner

Competent with electronic case filing (PACER, CM/ECF and eFileIL)

Illinois Notary Public

Experience

Michael J. Costello 2016-2017

William T. Panichi 2000-2016

DUTIES

Create and manage client files

Assist with trial preparation

Prepare and manage subpoenas

Perform records search

Draft QDROS and QILDROS. Prepare calculation orders

Draft legal documents including pleadings, affidavits and legal memoranda

Track and record billable hours for each case. Track and record accounts payable and accounts receivable

Preparation and filing of bankruptcies

Check and edit legal forms and documents for accuracy

Personal Injury – obtain, review and summarize medical records, draft lien letters and correspondence with insurance company, track case status.

Calculate child support and arrearage, prepare Order to Withhold

Education

ROBERT MORRIS COLLEGE

Business Administration, BBA 2001-2003

Computer Networking, AAS 1999-2001

Computer Networking Diploma 1998-1999

References

WILLIAM T. PANICHI

843 S. Fifth Street, Springfield, IL 62703

217-***-****

SEAN LILES

820 S. Second Street, Springfield, IL 62704

217-***-****

HARV KOPLO

4196 Spaulding Orchard Road, Springfield, IL

217-***-****

MICHAEL J. COSTELLO

820 S. Second Street, Springfield, IL 62704

217-***-****



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