MIRIAM L. POPE

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Monticello, GA *1064

adhbi0@r.postjobfree.com 706-***-****

WORK EXPERIENCE

Consultant/Administrator

Petro - Monticello, GA

June 2012-August 2020

Developed marketing strategies by analyzing consumer preference trends, local competition, new and specialty product data, current store performance, and demographics.

Implemented marketing techniques via prompt personable service, a welcoming atmosphere, diverse selection of merchandise, competitive prices, and advertising.

Utilized statistical and analytical data on store demographics and inventory movement to effectively negotiate prices with suppliers, vendors, and service providers.

Streamlined business operations with annual, quarterly, and monthly expense reports/budgets along with profit and loss reports.

Performed administrative duties concerning payroll, proper licensing, document control, legal compliance, health regulations, record keeping, accounts receivable/payable, customer relations, and other various tasks.

Generated profit increase of 5% during the first year of business by applying targeted marketing strategies and utilizing various sales/inventory/expense reports. Yearly profit increase.

Paralegal (Contract)

Capstone Realty Group, LLC - Conyers, GA

February 2011-March 2012

Consulted with owner/realtor concerning market trends by utilizing MLS and public records for comps for possible investment acquisitions.

Conducted full and limited title exams. Reviewed title reports. Discerned and drafted a title proposal identifying all issues to obtain a clear title. If necessary, provided a curative resolution.

Created and formulated spreadsheets to streamline property data for investment analysis.

Drafted corporate documents, leases, deeds, eviction proceedings, wage garnishments, and other various correspondence.

Transcriptionist

Self-employed -Monticello, GA

April 2009 to June 2010

Operated computerized transcription software for transcription of movie scripts, TV scripts, documentaries, police interviews, and court related material.

Used noise filtering headsets for clarity.

Completed and proofed transcripts to meet deadlines for submission.

Paralegal/Office Manager

Francis Ford Law Firm – Eatonton, GA

January 2000 to November 2008

Managed daily office operations of a busy general law practice.

Provided direct administrative, executive, and legal assistance to an attorney with the title of SAAG for a tri-county district, local municipal judge, and maintained a general law practice.

Supervised a calendar due to change at a moment’s notice due to emergency hearings. Prepared conflict letters.

Researched and prepared legal documents, letters, other correspondence not in template format upon immediate verbal command.

Guided the receptionist/legal assistant in daily caseload prioritization, document drafting, and other necessary duties.

Functioned as the contract negotiator, pre-closer, closer, and post closer for all residential and commercial real estate transactions.

Reviewed all incoming title reports for accuracy, discrepancies, encumbrances, and any potential title issues. Prepared brief abstracts for issuance of title opinion. Obtained amounts for payoffs, taxes, HOA, liens, and any other encumbrances. If needed, proceeded with curative measures for title clearance.

Interviewed clients and maintained continued contact with clients concerning their case or legal issue.

Oversaw all DFCS deprivation cases for a tri-county district. Assisted attorney with court proceedings. Drafted all orders.

EDUCATION

BA Political Science

Clayton State University - Morrow, GA

September 2000 to May 2002

Pre-Law Transfer

Mercer University – Macon, GA GA

September 1991 to June 1994

CERTIFICATION

Paralegal

University of Georgia- Athens, GA

January 2003 to May 2004

SKILLS

Microsoft Office Suite, Google Docs, PC/Apple computer knowledgeable, Legal/Social Sciences Research, MLS/Comp Research, Writing (Legal, MLA/APA, and Expository), Document Management, Client Relations, Organization, Proofreading, Typing, Time Management, Caseload Management, Zoom, and Administrative/Executive Assistance.

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