Alicia D. Edwards
************@*****.***
To whom it may concern:
I enclose in this letter my resume regarding an open front office position you currently have advertised. Although I have been out of the work force for several years, I have maintained my integrity and professionalism. I believe my education, experience and enthusiasm make me the ideal candidate for such a position.
Thank you for your consideration. I look forward to hearing from you soon regarding an interview.
Sincerely,
Alicia D. Edwards
Qualifications
Result oriented with extreme attention to detail and problem solving, regarded as a "go to" individual who is always ready and willing to go the extra mile in order to achieve desired results. Is able to see the big picture while not losing sight of the small details. Is proficient in receiving and distributing U.S. mail, e-mail and voice mail to appropriate parties. Prepares out going mail for postage and delivery to appropriate mail centers. Can handle overflow typing and general office assignments including faxing, filing, copying, maintaining office supplies, preparing conference rooms for client meetings, arbitrations, mediations and depositions.
Office Skills
• Legal Calendaring - Motion and Trial dates, Discovery Requests and Responses to Discovery Requests, Depositions, Arbitrations and Mediations.
• Document Formatting - Special and Form Interrogatories, Pleadings, Subpoenas, Answers to Complaints, Cross-Complaints, Proofs of Service, Memorandums, Letters of Correspondence.
• Computer Applications - Legal Solutions, Pathfinder, Juris Scheduling, Time Slips, WordPerfect, Microsoft Word, Excel, Power Point, Outlook, Internet Access.
Employment History
Monteau & Peebles, LLP Legal Office Receptionist
March 2006 - October 2006
Environmental Alternatives, Office Manager/Receptionist
A Foster Family Agency
August 2005 - December 2005
Lanahan & Reilly, LLP Legal Office Receptionist
December 2004 - May 2005
Diepenbrock & Cotter, LLP Legal Office Receptionist
January 2004 - December - 2004
SAFECO Insurance, Legal Dept. Receptionist/Legal Secretary
January 1996 - December 2003
Education
MTI Western Business College Legal Secretary Diploma
Graduated December 1995
Personal References
Pat & Katie Burke
Jackie & Hughey Smith
(916) 3526