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Valerie Curtis

Barrie,ON

Summary

Accomplished Law Clerk with proven expertise in document drafting and court filings, honed at Boswell Employment Law. Known for exceptional organization and communication skills, I excel in confidentiality and reliability, significantly enhancing client satisfaction and legal process efficiency. Successfully assisted in case management and maintained accurate legal records, enhancing workflow efficiency. Demonstrated strong analytical skills in a fast-paced legal environment.

Overview

27
27
years of professional experience

Work History

Law Clerk

Boswell Employment Law
02.2011 - Current
  • Law Clerk to Robert A. Boswell and Tara Ross
  • Created and prepared correspondence, legal documents and forms.
  • Supported lawyers in preparing for WSIB and WSIAT appeal hearings by organizing case materials and preparing appeal hearing briefs.
  • Developed a reputation for professionalism and reliability, frequently entrusted with sensitive information and confidentiality.
  • Daily communication with WSIB Appeals Services Officers, Case Managers and WSIAT Legal Workers
  • Managed administrative duties such as filing documents, scheduling meetings, WSIB/WSIAT hearings, and examinations.
  • Maintained calendars for two-person team by updating and entering court dates and meetings.
  • Communicated pertinent information to clients via phone, email, and video conferences.
  • Maintain a bring forward tickler system to follow up with appropriate course of action.
  • Managed high-volume workload while maintaining strict attention to detail on every task such as preparing hearing briefs.
  • Commissioner for Taking Affidavits

Law Clerk

Boswell Chapman Professional Corporation
10.2008 - 02.2011
  • Law Clerk to Robert A. Boswell
  • Created and prepared legal documents by organizing and assembling information for legal documents and forms.
  • Revised and finalized letters, briefs, and memos.
  • Communicated pertinent information to clients via phone and email.
  • Participated in client meetings with lawyers, gaining valuable exposure to diverse areas of practice within the firm.
  • Assisted lawyers with case organization and administrative tasks.
  • Commissioner for Taking Affidavits

Legal Assistant

Craig Boswell McDermot
01.2006 - 10.2008
  • Law Clerk to Robert A. Boswell
  • Maintained strict confidentiality, protecting sensitive client information as required by legal ethics and regulations.
  • Handled office scheduling and made notes for deadlines, motions, and other important dates.
  • Improved communication between attorneys and clients by scheduling meetings, providing status updates, and relaying critical information promptly.
  • Increased client satisfaction by efficiently managing case files and promptly addressing inquiries.
  • Managed high-volume workload while maintaining strict attention to detail on every task such as drafting pleadings or summarizing depositions accurately.
  • Commissioner for Taking Affidavits

Provincial Offences Court Clerk

City of Barrie
03.2004 - 10.2008
  • Interacted closely with Justices of the Peace
  • Preparing all necessary court documents for Provincial Offences Court. Responsible for maintaining and storing legal documents.
  • Prepare daily court dockets and record case dispositions, court orders, various warrants for arrest, and arrangements made for payment of court fees.
  • Answer inquiries from the general public regarding judicial procedures, court appearances, trial dates, adjournments, outstanding warrants, summons, subpoenas, and payment of fines.
  • Prepare and issue probation orders and summonses.
  • Follow procedures to secure courtrooms, evidence and exhibits from trials.
  • Read charges and related information to the court, and record pleas. Swear or Affirm interpreters, witnesses, defendants, and police officers.
  • Record court proceedings.
  • Open and close courts, calling them to order and announcing Justices of the Peace.
  • Daily interaction with various prosecutors, lawyers, police officers and social agency officials.
  • Travelled throughout Simcoe County to all Provincial Offences Court locations.

Legal Assistant

Hicks Morley LLP
03.1998 - 03.2004
  • Legal Assistant for two partners. Areas of law OLRB, Civil Litigation and Employment Law
  • Maintained strict confidentiality, protecting sensitive client information as required by legal ethics and regulations.
  • Handled office scheduling and made notes for deadlines, motions, and other important dates.
  • Prepare correspondence and legal documents for Ontario Labour Relations Board and Superior Court of Justice
  • Daily communication with court staff, trial coordinators, OLRB staff and other law offices.

Education

Diploma - Legal - Office Administration

Georgian College
Barrie

Skills

  • Organization
  • Communication
  • Reliability
  • Confidentiality
  • Attention to Detail
  • Problem-solving abilities
  • Areas of Law - WSIB Appeals, Employment, Human Rights, Civil Litigation, OLRB
  • Document drafting
  • Court filings
  • Relationship building and rapport
  • Court transcription
  • Court session management

Interests

  • Enjoy participating in fitness for overall physical and mental well-being
  • Gym Workouts
  • Team Sports - Ballhockey
  • Yoga
  • Passionate about balancing physical health with mental and emotional wellness

Timeline

Law Clerk

Boswell Employment Law
02.2011 - Current

Law Clerk

Boswell Chapman Professional Corporation
10.2008 - 02.2011

Legal Assistant

Craig Boswell McDermot
01.2006 - 10.2008

Provincial Offences Court Clerk

City of Barrie
03.2004 - 10.2008

Legal Assistant

Hicks Morley LLP
03.1998 - 03.2004

Diploma - Legal - Office Administration

Georgian College

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