Legal Assistant

Posted on: 2006-07-25

Melinda J. Roe 1820 Winding Way Drive White House, TN 37188 (615) 672-0948 CAREER SUMMARY Experienced, highly competent legal assistant and secretary Strong interpersonal and communication skills Self-motivated, high work standard for accuracy and details Extensive knowledge of WordPerfect 12, Microsoft Word, Microsoft Office Word 2003, Timeslips and Amicus software as well as proficiency in Outlook Express, Adobe Acrobat 7, PCLaw, Westlaw and electronic filing procedures for federal courts in Tennessee Quick grasp of computer-related information EMPLOYMENT HISTORY FARRAR & BATES, L.L.P. 1/04 - 7/06 Legal Assistant Worked in fast paced 20 person law firm as legal assistant to five attorneys. Prepare legal documents and correspondence; some telephone contact with Court, court reporters and opposing counsel. Expertise in insurance defense, bankruptcy, workers’ compensation and entertainment law. Experience with all types of office equipment, including but not limited to Dictaphone, fax machine, various copiers, postage meter and document scanners. DAVIES, HUMPHREYS & EVANS, PLC 7/02 – 10/03 Legal Assistant Worked in 13 person law firm as legal assistant to five attorneys. Prepare pleadings and correspondence; telephone contact with Court, court reporters and opposing counsel. Law firm specializes in insurance defense and workers’ compensation law. Experience with all types of office equipment, including but not limited to Dictaphone, fax machine, various copiers, and postage meter. FARRAR & BATES, L.L.P. 5/98 – 7/02 Legal Assistant Worked in 16 person law firm as legal assistant to five attorneys. Prepare legal documents and correspondence; some telephone contact with Court, court reporters and opposing counsel. Expertise in insurance defense, bankruptcy, workers’ compensation and entertainment law. Experience with all types of office equipment, including but not limited to Dictaphone, fax machine, various copiers, and postage meter. LEVINE, MATTSON, ORR & GERACIOTI 9/91 – 5/98 Legal Assistant Worked in busy 21 person law firm as secretary/assistant to Partner and Associate. Prepare legal documents and correspondence, schedule meetings, depositions, Court appearances and travel arrangements. Extensive telephone contact with various legal professionals, clients and other office personnel. Experience with all types of office equipment, including but not limited to Dictaphone, fax machine, various copiers, and postage meter.