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Shirley Walker

Los Angeles

Summary

Possesses foundational understanding of legal research and document preparation, alongside proficiency in Microsoft Office and legal databases. Dedicated to contributing to team's success; will use organizational skills and attention to detail to maintain accurate case files and support attorneys effectively.

Overview

9
9
years of professional experience

Work History

Office Manager

H2P Entertainment, LLC
04.2018 - Current
  • Handled sensitive information with discretion, maintaining confidentiality of company documents and personnel records.
  • Provided exceptional customer service when addressing client inquiries or concerns via phone calls or email correspondence.
  • Maintained accurate financial records by reconciling accounts payable/receivable transactions regularly to ensure balanced budgets.
  • Created client contracts for studio rental.
  • Developed comprehensive policy manuals outlining procedures and guidelines, contributing to a well-organized workplace culture.

Legal Document Assistant

Walker Document Preparation
01.2017 - Current
  • Facilitated timely resolution of legal matters by preparing and organizing essential documents.
  • Delivered exceptional service to clients by assisting them with routine needs like obtaining copies of pertinent records or directing them to appropriate resources when needed.
  • Reduced errors in court filings by meticulously proofreading documents for accuracy.
  • Conducted comprehensive legal research for case preparation, contributing to significant increase in successful case outcomes.
  • Researched statutes, decisions, legal articles, and codes.
  • Gathered key information during initial client intake interviews that contributed significantly to the formulation of effective legal arguments.

Paralegal Intern

Bet Tzedek Legal Services
03.2016 - 12.2016
  • Collaborated with fellow interns and paralegals to complete tasks efficiently and meet deadlines consistently.
  • Conferred with clients and other involved parties to gather and track case information.
  • Participated in legal clinics or pro bono initiatives, providing valuable support to underserved communities and contributing towards the firm''s social responsibility.
  • Answered client calls to respond to inquiries, using open-ended questioning skills to attain applicable information.
  • Demonstrated adaptability when assigned multiple projects simultaneously while maintaining focus on prioritizing workload effectively.

Education

Associate Of Arts - Liberal Arts: Social And Behavioral Sciences

Los Angeles City College
Los Angeles, CA
12.2018

Associate Of Arts - Modern Political Studies

Los Angeles City College
Los Angeles, CA
12.2018

Associate Of Arts - Paralegal Studies

Los Angeles City College
Los Angeles, CA
12.2016

Skills

  • Legal research
  • Case management
  • Client communication
  • Office administration
  • Court filing
  • Critical thinking
  • Legal document preparation

Timeline

Office Manager

H2P Entertainment, LLC
04.2018 - Current

Legal Document Assistant

Walker Document Preparation
01.2017 - Current

Paralegal Intern

Bet Tzedek Legal Services
03.2016 - 12.2016

Associate Of Arts - Liberal Arts: Social And Behavioral Sciences

Los Angeles City College

Associate Of Arts - Modern Political Studies

Los Angeles City College

Associate Of Arts - Paralegal Studies

Los Angeles City College
Shirley Walker