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Kathryn Carollo

Grenada

Summary

Dynamic Legal Assistant with a proven track record at Gore, Kilpatrick & Dambrino, PLLC, excelling in legal document preparation and client communication. Recognized for enhancing office productivity through effective scheduling and meticulous case file management, ensuring high client satisfaction and reduced errors in court filings. Proficient in MS Office and adept at multitasking.

Overview

11
11
years of professional experience

Work History

Legal Assistant

Gore, Kilpatrick & Dambrino, PLLC
09.2019 - Current
  • 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.
  • 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 before submission.
  • Assisted with trial preparation, including creation of exhibits, compilation of witness lists, and organization of evidence materials.
  • Communicated pertinent information to clients via phone, email, and mail.
  • Reviewed, edited and proofread litigation for proper grammar, spelling and punctuation.

Legal Assistant

Stanford Law Firm
01.2015 - 09.2019
  • Enhanced office productivity by implementing efficient document management systems for easy retrieval and storage.
  • Drafted legal documents, including pleadings and motions, to support attorneys in various cases.
  • Facilitated client meetings and consultations, ensuring all necessary documentation was prepared and available for attorney review.
  • Contributed to positive work environment by offering comprehensive support to attorneys and staff, including document management and meeting coordination.
  • Interviewed clients to obtain information relevant to cases.
  • 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.
  • Revised and finalized letters, briefs, and memos.

Education

Fashion Marketing

Jones County Junior College
Ellisville, MS
06.2004

Skills

  • Fast learner
  • Scheduling/Planning
  • File organization
  • Calendar management
  • Legal document preparation
  • Client communication
  • Notary public
  • Task prioritization
  • Attention to detail
  • Proficient in MS office
  • Effective multitasking
  • Case file management
  • Deadline monitoring

Affiliations

Junior Auxiliary of Grenada

  • Project Research chair
  • Self Evaluation chair

Timeline

Legal Assistant

Gore, Kilpatrick & Dambrino, PLLC
09.2019 - Current

Legal Assistant

Stanford Law Firm
01.2015 - 09.2019

Fashion Marketing

Jones County Junior College
Kathryn Carollo