Carl Furman
123, Ellis Street
Boston, MA, 01234
(123) 456 789

OBJECTIVE

Seeking a challenging position of legal secretary within a legal organization where I can contribute my clerical skills and experience.

SUMMARY OF QUALIFICATIONS

• More than five years of secretarial experience.
• Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills.
• Proficient in computer skills: Microsoft Word, Excel, Epson and WANG word processor.
• Exceptional Written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and as a team player.
• Work well under high pressure atmosphere.
• First Aid and CPR Certified.

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

Legal Assistant in 1998 to Present
Willey Law Offices - Bangor, ME
Responsibilities:

• Organized cases by establishing and organizing files, establishing calendars, and preparation of appellate briefs.
• Developed cases by scheduling arbitrations, depositions, preparing and forwarding citations and subpoenas, drafting petitions, motions and discovery
• Prepared responses to opposing counsel and generated status reports.
• Managed cases by preparing case summaries, mediation statements, exhibits, and related correspondence.
• Monitored and obtained discovery responses.
• Initiated and maintained contact with clients and opposing counsel.

Legal Secretary in 1995-1997
Springborn Legal Services Division - Portland, ME
Responsibilities:

• Prepare, and type a variety of legal documents including complaints, answers, motions, discovery, memoranda of law, etc.
• Research files and records for background information.
• Review various legal documents to assure that all relevant materials are complete and conform to pertinent laws, rules, and regulations.
• Maintain attorney's calendars, to include scheduling appointments.
• Serve as liaison between attorneys and city staff, contract attorneys, outside attorneys, court personnel, and witnesses.
• Update law books and manuals, city and county codes, administrative procedures, etc.

EDUCATION

Associate Paralegal Degree(1995)
Bowdoin College, Maine, ME
Bachelor of Arts degree (1993)
University of Southern Maine, ME

REFERENCES

Furnished upon request.