Organized and dedicated Administrative Assistant with proven track record of providing exceptional customer service in fast-paced environments. Offering keen attention to detail and strong decision-making skills to manage multiple, concurrent tasks. Self-motivated work ethic to perform effectively in independent or team environments.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Legal Secretary Assistant
Romulo Law Office
Makati City, Metro Manila, Philippines
05.2022 - Current
Served as liaison between attorneys and clients fostering a positive relationship while addressing inquiries promptly.
Strengthened relationships among colleagues within the firm through collaboration on interdepartmental projects.
Managed billing processes to ensure timely payment from clients and minimize outstanding balances.
Supported litigation teams during trials with seamless organization of exhibits and witness testimony materials.
Maintained an organized filing system for efficient retrieval of legal documents and client information.
Facilitated smooth court proceedings through proficient scheduling of meetings, depositions, and hearings.
Reduced errors in legal documents by diligently reviewing drafts for accuracy, clarity, and proper formatting.
Improved client satisfaction by effectively managing case files and maintaining strong communication with clients.
Ensured confidentiality of sensitive client information through strict adherence to privacy policies when handling documents.
Assisted attorneys in staying compliant with court rules by tracking deadlines for motions, responses, and other filings.
Performed conflict checks on potential clients to maintain ethical standards within the firm''s practice areas.
Organized files for court proceedings.
Screened telephone calls and forwarded to appropriate departments.
Transcribed legal documents and phone conversations.
Filed documents with courts on behalf of attorney.
Arranged for delivery of legal correspondence to clients, witnesses, and court officials.
Legal Secretary
Ranillo Law Office
Taguig, Metro Manila, Philippines
08.2020 - 03.2022
Providing administrative and clerical support to one or more lawyers
This varies from transcribing and proofreading legal documents, scheduling meetings, filing and organizing important papers and maintain the efficiency of all office procedures
Welcomes guests and clients by greeting them in person or on the telephone, and by answering or directing inquiries
Arrange travel appointments
Responding to emails
Drafts, revises, and edits letters and other written documents, and collects and analyzes information
Filing documents to Courts
Maintains client confidence by keeping client/attorney information confidential
Maintains office supplies by checking stocks, placing and expediting orders, and evaluating new products
Assists and supports lawyers and paralegals with their work as needed
Education
Bachelor of Science - Office Administration
POLYTECHNIC UNIVERSITY OF THE PHILIPPINES
01.2020
Diploma - Office Management Technology
POLYTECHNIC UNIVERSITY OF THE PHILIPPINES
01.2018
No Degree - Stenography
Polytechnic University of The Philippines
Taguig, Metro Manila, Philippines
05-2017
High School -
SIGNAL VILLAGE NATIONAL HIGHSCHOOL
01.2015
EM' S ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
01.2011
Skills
Schedule Management
MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
Adaptability
Teamwork
Typing and note-taking
Attention to detail
Time Management and Multitasking
Communication Skills
Willingness to Learn
Professionalism
Oral and Written Communication Skills
Preparing simple affidavits
Filing
Acting as a receptionist and greeting clients
Answering calls, taking messages and handling correspondence