Marlo Salinas
Whittier
Summary
Dedicated legal secretary with 38 years of experience optimizing document management and streamlining legal procedures. Professional legal support specialist with history of ensuring efficient and effective operations in legal settings. Proven ability to manage documentation, schedule coordination, and client communication. Strong team player with focus on achieving results and adapting to changing needs. Skilled in MS Word, Compulaw, Adobe PDF, document management system (iManage). Reliable and organized with commitment to supporting legal teams in delivering high-quality outcomes. Foused with solid administrative support background. Pays attention to details as well as considering larger picture when managing court filing procedures and deadlines. Works well independently to carry out assignments. Maintains impeccable files and organized case materials.
Overview
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1
Certification
38
38
years of professional experience
Work History
Legal Secretary
Gordon Rees Scully Mansukhani, LLP
Los Angeles, CA
04.2014 - Current
- Prepared legal documents and correspondence for court filings and attorney review.
- Organized case files and maintained meticulous records for ongoing litigation matters.
- Coordinated schedules for court appearances, depositions, and client meetings.
- Implemented document management systems to enhance information retrieval efficiency within the firm.
- Maintained a professional work environment by addressing inquiries promptly from clients or opposing counsel regarding the status of cases or specific issues at hand.
- Currently assisting 6 attorneys
Executive Legal Assistant
Farmers
Los Angeles, CA
06.2013 - 03.2014
- Organized team-building events for 30 staff
- Managed complex legal documentation and correspondence for attorneys, ensuring accuracy and compliance with regulations.
- Coordinated scheduling of meetings and court appearances, optimizing attorneys' time management and productivity.
- Maintained comprehensive case files using electronic document management systems, improving organization and retrieval efficiency.
- Executive Assistant to General Counsel
Legal Secretary
Barger & Wolen LLP
Los Angeles, CA
06.1988 - 07.2013
- Managed calendar schedules for attorneys, ensuring timely meetings and deadlines.
- Drafted and formatted legal documents, maintaining adherence to firm standards.
- Coordinated filings with State and District Courts
- Assisted in the organization of case files, improving file retrieval efficiency.
- Maintained electronic filing systems, ensuring accuracy and compliance with legal protocols.
- Prepared trial binders and exhibits, facilitating smooth courtroom presentations.
- Arranged for delivery of legal correspondence to clients, witnesses, and court officials.
- Organized files for court proceedings.
- Organized and maintained an efficient electronic filing system for easy access to critical documents and data.
- Managed multiple high-priority tasks simultaneously, meeting all deadlines while maintaining a high level of accuracy.
- Prepared legal correspondence and wrote professional letters for attorneys.
- Assisted in drafting legal documents such as pleadings, motions, and briefs, contributing to successful case resolutions.
- Worked for Managing Partner and two additional attorneys
Education
Legal Secretary - Legal Studies
Watterson Business
Pasadena, CA05-1986
Skills
- Legal document management
- Case file organization
- Confidentiality protocols
- Conveyancing knowledge
- Research and analysis
- Outlook and scheduling
- Effective communication
Certification
- Certified Legal Secretary - Watterson Business College, 1986
Timeline
Legal Secretary
Gordon Rees Scully Mansukhani, LLP
04.2014 - Current
Executive Legal Assistant
Farmers
06.2013 - 03.2014
Legal Secretary
Barger & Wolen LLP
06.1988 - 07.2013
Legal Secretary - Legal Studies
Watterson Business