Amanda Gordon
New Hamburg,Canada
Summary
Dedicated to upholding ethical standards and delivering exceptional support to legal professionals. Excel in conducting legal research and managing documentation. Thrive in collaborative environments as a motivated legal assistant with strong communication skills. Known for hardworking nature and ability to juggle multiple tasks. Possess excellent telephone etiquette, scheduling proficiency, and documentation expertise. Positive attitude and commitment to exceeding expectations, taking on diverse projects beyond basic administrative duties.
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
Work History
Law Clerk
Jean LeDrew Metcalfe Law Firm
09.2019 - Current
- Created and prepared legal drafts by organizing and assembling information for legal documents and forms.
- Supported attorneys in preparing for trials by organizing case materials and drafting legal documents.
- Developed a reputation for professionalism and reliability, frequently entrusted with sensitive information and high-stakes assignments.
- Supported legal team by conducting research, drafting briefs, gathering information and interpreting legal documents.
- Participated in client meetings alongside supervising attorneys, gaining valuable exposure to diverse areas of practice within the firm.
- Managed administrative duties such as filing documents, scheduling meetings and tracking case statuses.
- Assisted attorneys with case organization and administrative tasks.
- Maintained calendars for lawyers by updating and entering court dates and meetings.
- Contributed to seamless trial preparation through thorough organization of exhibits, witness lists, and other supporting documentation.
- Met with clients on legal team's behalf to gather case information and discuss upcoming litigation.
- Revised and finalized letters, briefs, and memos.
Legal Assistant
Grant Schafer Law Firm
09.2009 - 09.2019
- Utilize dictaphone to transcribe correspondence and legal documents.
- Mail, fax, or arrange for delivery of legal correspondence to clients, witnesses, and court officials.
- Schedule appointments.
- Make photocopies of correspondence, documents, and other printed matter.
- Draft and type office memos.
- Maintain diary system.
- Make all relevant files and documents available to the Lawyer.
- Excellent communication skills and knowledge of DIVORCEmate and PCLaw.
- Commissioner for taking Affidavits.
- Knowledgeable in MSOffice07 and MSOutlook 2010.
- Ordered and distributed office supplies while adhering to a fixed office budget.
- Produce legal documents such as briefs and pleadings. File court documents on behalf of the Lawyer.
- Enhanced client relationships in person and by phone with sensitivity and confidentiality.
- Preform all accounting and billing duties through PCLaw and Legal Aid Ontario.
Part time keyholder
Costa Blanca
03.2014 - 05.2014
Seasonal part time cashier
Dana Shortt Gourmet and Gift Baskets
12.2013 - 12.2013
Store Manager
Costa Blanca
05.2008 - 08.2009
Customer Service Representative
TD Canada Trust
11.2007 - 04.2008
Store Manager
Costa Blanca
02.2007 - 11.2007
Assistant Manager
Costa Blanca
02.2006 - 02.2007
Assistant Manager
Mark's Work Wearhouse
05.2003 - 09.2005
Cashier
A&P
09.1999 - 11.2002
Education
Law Clerk Program - undefined
TRIOS College
Mississauga, On01.2009
Human Relations Course - undefined
Fanshaw College
Simcoe, On01.2004
O.S.S.D - undefined
Ascension of Our Lord High School
Mississauga, On01.2002
Skills
- Organization
- Legal documentation
- Ethics and professionalism
- Legal research
- Oral communication
- Court filings
- Relationship building and rapport
- Confidential document control
- Family law
- Office administration
- Law firm administration
- Confidentiality
- Effective multitasking
- Data confidentiality
- Legal correspondence
- Customer service
- Data entry
- Computer skills
Languages
English
Full Professional
Timeline
Law Clerk
Jean LeDrew Metcalfe Law Firm
09.2019 - Current
Part time keyholder
Costa Blanca
03.2014 - 05.2014
Seasonal part time cashier
Dana Shortt Gourmet and Gift Baskets
12.2013 - 12.2013
Legal Assistant
Grant Schafer Law Firm
09.2009 - 09.2019
Store Manager
Costa Blanca
05.2008 - 08.2009
Customer Service Representative
TD Canada Trust
11.2007 - 04.2008
Store Manager
Costa Blanca
02.2007 - 11.2007
Assistant Manager
Costa Blanca
02.2006 - 02.2007
Assistant Manager
Mark's Work Wearhouse
05.2003 - 09.2005
Cashier
A&P
09.1999 - 11.2002
Law Clerk Program - undefined
TRIOS College
Human Relations Course - undefined
Fanshaw College
O.S.S.D - undefined
Ascension of Our Lord High School