Legal Assistant

Robin Simpson

*** - *** ****** *****

North York, ON M3A 1R2

Tel: 416-***-****

E-mail: ****************@*****.***

Competencies

. Results oriented

. Development of others/succession planning;

. Provide impact/influence

. Familiarity with medical terminology

. Teamwork and engagement

. Ability to work efficiently and independently

. Managing/leading change.

Work History

Assistant Manager September 2014 - April 2015

Ricki's (Store #276 & #419(

. Operations: assist store manager to achieve profit goals by business

metrics;

. Identifies and analyzes problems, makes sound decisions and takes

appropriate action in a timely manner;

. Prioritizes, meets deadlines, and manages time effectively and

efficiently;

. Controls inventory shrinkage by ensuring all operations an d record

keeping standards, and policies and procedures are followed; and any

internal theft suspicions are communicated to Store Manager and

Business Development Leader;

. Maintains store operations standards by ensuring accurate, timely

processes;

. Provides timely and regular communication with store manger on all

aspects of the business;

. Practices two-way communication;

. Leads by example;

. Train and develop associates to become productive sales associates and

promotable candidates;

. Maintain brand integrity through visual planning.

Front End Manager May 2012 - May 2014

Wal-Mart Canada Inc. (Store #3053)

. Responsible for scheduling all associates for front end;

. Monitor front end;

. Complete all associate evaluations

. Supervise 60 to 70 front end associates ;

. Communicate and respond to customers' requests for information,

service or complaints;

. Ensure telephone etiquette is consistent and professional;

. Ensure that cash registers are fully stocked and ready for business;

. Monitor and research all cash long and shorts;

. Review operational reports (voids, suspended transactions, discount,

attendance tracking);

. Ensure consistent excellent customer service and experience at the

front end;

. Member of the safety team: responsible for meeting notes and

fulfillment of necessary tasks.

Wal-Mart Canada Inc. (Stores 1700 & 3159)

Cashier, Customer Service Manager, Department Manager, Lead Customer

Service Manager

September 2009 - May 2012

Legal Assistant - Litigation Float

Dutton Brock LLP June 2004 - March 2008

. Practice: Defence, Tort

. Counsel: Richard Hepner, Partner

. Duration: Maternity Leave

. Organize daily priorities;

. Review and respond to incoming correspondence and documentation;

. Meet with counsel daily to discuss upcoming issues and

responsibilities;

. Preparation and filing of all court documents;

. Prepare for all mediations, arbitrations, pre-trials and trials (along

with all necessary reminders)

. Attend to all schedulings

. Keep all multi-counsel charts regarding availability, preferences, etc

on each file up to date;

. Responsible to follow up with all junior counsel, law clerks and

students have completed all assignments from Mr. Hepner;

. Keep office organized along with files.

Legal Assistant - Litigation Float

Torkin Manes Cohan & Arbus LLP June 2001 - June 2004

. Practice: Sexual Assault Litigation

. Counsel: Loretta Merritt, Partner and Litigation Dept. Head

. Duration: Maternity Leave

. Conduct initial client interview (usually over the phone)

. Open file; prepare all opening correspondence (client, students,

clerks and ministries)

. Prepare and file all court documents (Ontario Courts, FSCO and Small

Claims)

. Attend to all schedulings;

. Make all necessary travel arrangements;

. Book appointments, Examinations for Discovery, Mediations and

Arbitrations at various correctional facilities throughout Ontario;

. Ensure all files are neat and organized and up to date

Personal Injury Litigation Work History

. Legal Assistant to Lisa Trabucco Iacono Brown LLP 1999-2001

. Law Clerk to Joseph Falconeri 1998-1999

. Legal Assistant - litigation float Thomson Rogers LLP 1998

. Legal Assistant to Todd Reybroek Lofranco Sabetti Daly LLP 1994-

1998

. Legal Assistant to Daryl March Gluckstein Neinstein 1991-1994

. Legal Assistant to Louie Reznick Levinter Levinter Reznick 1988-

1991

Patents and Trademarks Work History

. Legal Assistant to Stephen Beney Weldon F Green 1985-1988

Education and Professional Development

. Centennial College, Event Management Post-Graduate Certificate Program

2009/2010 - Graduated with Honours - Courses: Festivals and Event

Management Research Practicum I & II; Site Logistics; Risk Management;

Event Marketing; Volunteer and Team Building Communications;

Sponsorships & Budgets I & II; Networking & Industry Relations;

Creativity & Innovation; Greening Your Event; Communication & Media

Planning.

. George Brown College - Legal Assistant Course 1986 - GPA 2.88

. POWER Program - Ontario Government, OWCC 2009

. Roland & Romaine Performing Arts Studio - Tap, Jazz, Ballet, Ballroom,

Musical Theatre - Producer, Choreographer, Supervisor, Teacher, &

Student

. Attitudes Dance & Performing Arts - Tap, Jazz, Ballet, Ballroom,

Musical Theatre, Step Aerobics - Teacher, Student

. Body Alive Studios - Cardio Rhythm and Step Aerobics under tutelage of

Clarence Ford

. Stephen Leacock Collegiate Institute - Honour Graduation Diploma

. Microsoft Word 2003 3 day course

Certifications and Memberships:

. Ontario Health & Safety Act - Joint Health and Safety Committee -

certified member with Wal-Mart

. Smart Serve Certification

References and Portfolio available upon request

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