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Legal Assistant Resume Example

Professional Legal Assistant resume example showcasing expertise in administrative legal support, document preparation, case management, and client communication. Highlights organizational skills, attention to detail, and proficiency in legal software and case filing systems.

Wayne Harrison

wayne.harrison@example.com | (123) 456-7890 | 789 Justice Avenue, City, State 12345

Summary

Highly organized Legal Assistant with 5+ years of experience providing administrative and legal support to attorneys. Skilled in case management, document preparation, and client communication. Proficient in legal research and case filing using Westlaw, LexisNexis, and Clio. Adept at managing deadlines, scheduling, and ensuring compliance with legal procedures.

Experience

  • Legal AssistantHarrison & Associates Law Firm - New York, NY (2019 - Present)
    • Assisted attorneys in drafting and filing legal documents, ensuring 100% compliance with court procedures.
    • Managed case files and schedules, coordinating with clients and legal teams to streamline operations.
    • Conducted preliminary legal research and summarized findings to support litigation cases.
  • Legal Administrative AssistantMiller & Brown Legal Services - Los Angeles, CA (2016 - 2019)
    • Prepared legal correspondence, contracts, and pleadings with a 98% accuracy rate.
    • Scheduled meetings, hearings, and client consultations, reducing administrative delays by 30%.
    • Maintained legal databases and document filing systems for efficient case tracking.

Education

  • Associate Degree in Paralegal StudiesUniversity of California, Los Angeles (UCLA) (2016)

Skills

    • Legal Research & Case Support
    • Document Drafting & Filing
    • Administrative & Clerical Support
    • Client Communication & Scheduling
    • Westlaw, LexisNexis & Clio Proficiency

Certifications

    • Certified Legal Assistant (CLA) – National Association of Legal Assistants (NALA)
    • Legal Administrative Support Certification

Achievements

    • Implemented an electronic case filing system, improving document retrieval speed by 40%.
    • Reduced attorney administrative workload by 30% through improved case organization.
    • Developed standardized templates for legal documents, decreasing drafting errors by 25%.

Memberships

    • Member, National Association of Legal Assistants (NALA)
    • Member, Legal Assistants Association

What to Include

  • Legal Administrative Support
  • Document Preparation & Filing
  • Case Management & Organization
  • Client Coordination & Communication
  • Education & Certifications

Key Legal Skills

  • Legal Research & Case Support
  • Document Drafting & Proofreading
  • Client Communication & Scheduling
  • Court Filings & Legal Compliance
  • Case File Management & Organization
  • Administrative Support for Attorneys
  • Legal Software & Database Tools (Westlaw, Clio, LexisNexis, Microsoft Office)