Elizabeth Mullen
Rehoboth Beach
Summary
I've been away from the work environment while I raised three children, I have spent my time volunteering and serving on an International Board fundraising. In my prior working years I was a
professional legal administrative professional with comprehensive experience in supporting high-level legal operations. Known for strong organizational and communication skills, adept at managing complex schedules, drafting legal documents, and coordinating with clients and attorneys. Highly collaborative, adaptable, and results-driven, ensuring seamless office functionality and enhanced team productivity. Reliable, resourceful, and skilled in legal research, case management, and confidentiality protocols.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Senior Legal Secretary
MBNA Bank
04.1997 - 09.1999
- Prepared and organized legal documents, ensuring compliance with internal policies and regulatory requirements.
- Coordinated communication between legal teams, facilitating efficient information flow and timely responses.
- Managed scheduling for meetings and court appearances, optimizing calendars for multiple attorneys.
- Maintained case files and documentation systems, enhancing accessibility and accuracy of legal records.
Legal Administrative Assistant
Prickett Jones
11.1993 - 04.1996
- Managed legal documents, ensuring accuracy and compliance with procedures.
- Coordinated scheduling for attorneys, optimizing meeting times and client consultations.
- Drafted legal correspondence, enhancing clarity and professionalism in communications.
- Assisted in case management, tracking deadlines and filing requirements effectively.
- Supported multiple attorneys simultaneously by efficiently prioritizing tasks according to urgency or deadline requirements.
- Reduced attorney workload through proficient document management, handling correspondence, and performing clerical tasks.
- Managed general clerical needs such as opening and closing files, scanning sheets and faxing documents.
Legal Administrative Assistant
Murchison & Cumming
06.1989 - 10.1993
- Conducted research on legal precedents, supporting case preparation with relevant information.
- Liaised with clients, providing updates and gathering necessary documentation efficiently.
- Streamlined office processes, increasing overall workflow efficiency within the team.
- Facilitated clear communication between clients and attorneys by acting as a liaison to ensure all parties were informed of updates or changes.
- Streamlined legal processes by drafting and proofreading documents, ensuring accuracy and timely completion.
- Scheduled and coordinated meetings between legal teams and clients.
- Prepared drafts of forms, letters and agreements for legal staff use.
- Assisted in trial preparation, compiling critical documents and evidence for successful legal proceedings.
- Handled high volumes of incoming calls professionally while directing inquiries to appropriate personnel within the firm.
- Increased productivity by anticipating attorney needs and providing proactive support in various administrative tasks.
- Generated pleadings and other legal documents for review by attorneys and paralegals.
- Prepared court forms accurately under the supervision of attorneys, ensuring compliance with local rules and regulations.
- Collaborated on complex legal matters, conducting research to support attorneys in preparing cases for litigation or settlement negotiations.
Education
Associate of Arts - Paralegal Studies
Santa Ana College
Santa Ana, CA05-1986
Skills
- Court filings
- File organization
- Office administration
- Legal research
- Deadline management
- Legal correspondence
Timeline
Senior Legal Secretary
MBNA Bank
04.1997 - 09.1999
Legal Administrative Assistant
Prickett Jones
11.1993 - 04.1996
Legal Administrative Assistant
Murchison & Cumming
06.1989 - 10.1993
Associate of Arts - Paralegal Studies
Santa Ana College