AMY JO LEHRER

PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY

To seek and maintain full or Part-time position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem-solving skill, while assisting clients. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.

WORK HISTORY

Paralegal Consultant, 08/2013 to Current

Lehrer Corp - Apopka, FL

Conferred with clients and other involved parties to gather and track case information.

Conducted detailed client intakes and entered information into company database.

Assisted PMA Members/Pro Se litigants in preparing answers, providing documentation, and information for discovery request.

Prepared legal briefs, motions, and pleadings.

Maintained and updated organized client contact information to keep in touch with clients and provide updates on cases.

Managed scheduling of court calendars and deadlines to maintain smooth flow of firm operations.

Examined and generated memos on statutory law, case law and federal and state regulations using online research databases, such as Westlaw and print sources.

Edited and proofread legal documents to verify accuracy.

Analyzed evidence gathering and presentation, and client counseling.

Summarized depositions, legal documents and other material to provide attorney and Pro Se litigants with relevant material for cases.

Communicated with clients, opposing counsel and court personnel to keep all parties informed on case updates.

Researched statutes, decisions, legal articles, and codes.

Contacted clients to schedule appointments and discuss progress of cases.

Communicated pertinent information to clients via phone, email, and mail.

Interviewed clients to obtain information relevant to cases.

Reviewed Deed of Trust, Title Commitment and prior bankruptcies documents.

Office Manager, 01/2010 to 08/2013

Titans Reserve Group - Longwood, FL

Evaluated employee records and productivity and submitted evaluation reports.

Coordinated special projects and managed schedules.

Managed office operations while scheduling appointments for the owner.

Established workflow processes, monitored daily productivity, and implemented modifications to improve overall performance of personnel.

Improved safety procedures to promote employee well-being and safety and protect company from potential liability.

Coached new hires on company processes while managing employees to achieve maximum production.

Delivered performance reviews, recommending additional training or advancements.

Created, maintained and updated filing systems for paper and electronic documents.

Maintained professional demeanor by staying calm when addressing unhappy or angry customers.

Maintained positive customer relations by addressing problems head-on and implementing successful corrective actions.

Assisted in organizing and overseeing assignments to drive operational excellence.

Recruited, interviewed and hired employees and implemented mentoring program to promote positive feedback and engagement.

EDUCATION

Associates/ 6 Semesters

Seminole State College of Florida - Sanford, FL

HORSEBACK RIDING

I own and maintain 5horses that I enjoy trail riding.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

Travel Industry-Owner Winter Park Travel-Winter Park Florida. Traveling Travel Consultant-Carlson Travel Network, National Support Team. 15 years of Travel Consultant/Management experience.

Food Service Industry-Over 30years of Food Service experience, to include but not limited to: Chili's, Apopka, Florida, Whistle Stop Restaurant and Golf Club, Zellwood Florida, Vivaldi's Italian Restaurant, Orlando Florida, Springs Motor inn, Colorado Springs, Co, Holiday Inn, Coral Springs Florida (Early Bird Special and Banquets).

Equine and Veterinary Services-RK Farms/Robyn Kipp, Sorrento Florida, All aspects of care for 15 horse and their owners. Rock Springs Animal Hospital, Veterinary Assistant.

CONTACT

Address: Apopka, FL 32712

Phone: 321-***-****

Email: adv1iu@r.postjobfree.com

SKILLS

Project Management

Proficiency in MS Office

Case File Preparation

Litigation Support

Client Intakes

Legal Research

Case Summaries

Motion Preparation

Online Databases

Case Management

Office Administration

Strong Research Skills

Client Support

Deadline Monitoring

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