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Career Objective:
To be the eyes-and-hands of attorneys in a law firm by holding the legal associate position and perform research work on court cases, and create presentation for cases in all types of court.
Summary of Skills:
- Comprehensive knowledge of court rules, legal terminology and court procedures
- Familiar with litigation, foreclosure statutes, bankruptcy and procedures
- Possess strong time management and analytical skills
- Sound communication and inter-personal skills
- Skilled in major computer applications like Word processing, databases, spreadsheets and the Internet
- Extremely well-organized with high level of attention to detail
Work Experience:
Legal Associate
Clarie Legal Firm, Des Moines, IA
July 2013 – Present
- Assisting attorneys in preparing and organizing data, legal documents, legal research and litigation management
- Conducting and investigating legal issues under the instructions of attorneys
- Providing assistance in litigation and project management
- Handling client inquiries as directed by attorneys
- Assisting attorneys in responding to inquiries from internal and external associates
- Maintaining computer databases to organize and store legal information
Junior Legal Associate
CMB Legal Firm, Des Moines, IA
February 2012 – June 2013
- Assisted with the daily operation of the legal department by preparing briefs, correspondence and other legal documents
- Handled the tasks of setting up and monitoring all electronic and files for corporate clients
- Performed responsibilities of filing and updating all research materials as well as remove outdated and unnecessary legal documents
- Organized and prepared legal forms and contracts for corporate clients
- Attended meetings and court appearances as well as prepare summaries of the same
- Reviewed all bills regarding publications, fees, outside counsel and other related costs
Education:
- Bachelor’s Degree in Law
City Law College, Des Moines, IA
2011
Reference:
On request.