Legal Assistant Secretary
Resume:
Rebecca Shahwan
Maplewood, NJ *****
*********@*****.***
Legal secretary and receptionist with 5 plus years of experience seeking full-time employment. Hardworking, highly motivated professional. Eager to lend combined knowledge and skills to enhance performance. Operates well in both individual and team capacities. Resourceful and quick to adapt to different processes and drive company objectives.
Authorized to work in the US for any employer Work Experience
Legal Assistant/Office Services Specialist
Fisher & Phillips LLP - New Providence, NJ November 2018 to September 2020
• Mailed, faxed, and arranged delivery of legal correspondence to clients, witnesses, and court officials. • Answered phones, screened calls, and responded to inquiries from clients as needed.
• Organized meetings between attorneys and clients as well as court appearances when necessary.
• Managed attorney calendars by scheduling appointments and traveling arrangements.
• Ordered office supplies as needed while adhering to budgetary guidelines established by firm administrators.
• Generated revenue by documenting and inputting attorney billable time and reimbursable expenses. • Filed pleadings with courts electronically via E-filing systems such as PACER and ECF.
• Made photocopies of correspondence, documents, and other printed matter for filing purposes.
• Scanned documents and uploaded them to the firm's case management system.
• Drafted correspondence, pleadings, motions, discovery documents, and other legal forms under the direction of attorneys.
• Processed invoices for payment following established procedures.
• Organized and facilitated corporate events and conferences arranging catering services and other logistics.
Personal Trainer and Secretary
Spalady South Orange - South Orange, NJ November 2014 to November 2017
• Answering phone calls, scheduling appointments, and making phone calls regarding professional sales.
• Writing promotional e-mails and letters regarding accounts.
• Educated clients on the benefits of an active lifestyle and proper nutrition.
• Performed routine and scheduled maintenance services.
• Managed and coordinated multiple projects while ensuring timely completion.
• Sought continuing education opportunities to stay current with industry trends.
• Skilled in using various software applications and programs including Microsoft Office and Adobe Creative Suite.
• Worked with coworkers to complete tasks.
• Committed to delivering excellent customer service while working in a fast-paced environment.
• Formed relationships with members and guests to help pursue total body care goals.
• Conducted group classes focusing on cardiovascular conditioning, circuit training, weight loss strategies and muscle toning techniques.
Legal Secretary/Receptionist
Jasinski, P.C. - Newark, NJ August 2012 to August 2014
• Utilized strong interpersonal skills to coordinate between clients and staff professionally. • Responded promptly to emails and phone calls from clients, vendors, and colleagues.
• Worked collaboratively with support staff on projects requiring multiple departments' input.
• Maintained confidential client files and other sensitive information with discretion and professionalism. • Maintained a clean office environment by ordering supplies and organizing work areas.
• Summarized and recorded each legal action filed to reflect the current status of litigation cases or disposition of litigation cases.
• Delivered or arranged delivery of documents to judges' chambers and other law firms.
• Organized and maintained law libraries, documents, and case files.
• Received and placed telephone calls.
Education
Associates in Liberal Arts
County College of Morris - Township of Randolph, NJ
2008 to 2012 Skills
• Microsoft Office (5 years) • Legal Research
• Personal Training
• Legal Drafting
• Group Fitness
• Writing Skills (10+ years)
• Adobe Acrobat
• Administrative Experience (10+ years)
Certifications and Licenses
CPR
Certified Personal Trainer Certified Fitness Instructor First Aid Certification
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