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Brooke Buffington

Carlinville

Summary

Driven Paralegal successful at thriving in high stress, high-pressure environments and situations involving constant change and vast ambiguity in data and instruction.

Overview

4
4
years of professional experience

Work History

Paralegal

Brandenburg & Rees, LLP
07.2023 - Current
  • Reduced attorney workload by drafting routine legal documents such as pleadings, motions, and affidavits.
  • Managed scheduling of court calendars and deadlines to maintain smooth flow of firm operations.
  • Enhanced case efficiency by organizing and maintaining legal documents, files, and correspondence.
  • Assisted counsel in preparing answers, providing documentation, and information for discovery request.

Operations Supervisor

Employmentskiptracing.com
05.2022 - 07.2023
  • Managed daily operations for optimal performance, ensuring smooth workflows and timely completion of tasks.
  • Motivated and trained employees to maximize team productivity.
  • Maintained open lines of communication with upper management to provide regular updates on operational progress and challenges faced by the team.
  • Conducted regular performance evaluations for direct reports, identifying areas for improvement and setting development goals accordingly.

Legal Supervisor

Account Resolution Corporation
05.2022 - 07.2023
  • Developed strong relationships with opposing counsel through respectful negotiation tactics that led to mutually beneficial resolutions in disputes.
  • Collaborated with attorneys to develop winning strategies for high-stakes litigation cases.
  • Mentored junior associates, fostering professional development through constructive feedback and coaching.
  • Supported business development efforts by assisting in the preparation of proposals, presentations, and marketing materials for prospective clients.

Receptionist

Raymond Managment Company
03.2021 - 06.2022
  • Greeted incoming visitors and customers professionally and provided friendly, knowledgeable assistance.
  • Confirmed appointments, communicated with clients, and updated client records.
  • Answered phone promptly and directed incoming calls to correct offices.
  • Kept reception area clean and neat to give visitors positive first impression.

Night Auditor Supervisor

Hilton
08.2020 - 03.2021
  • Maintained a safe and secure environment both for guests and staff by adhering to hotel safety protocols and monitoring security systems throughout the night.
  • Developed strong relationships with other departments, facilitating effective communication and teamwork across the hotel''s operations.
  • Coordinated employee scheduling for overnight shifts, ensuring adequate staffing levels while minimizing labor costs where possible.
  • Mentored and trained new night auditors, fostering a productive work environment with well-equipped staff members.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Criminal Justice Pre-law Focus

Maryville University of Saint Louis
St Louis, MO
05.2023

Skills

  • Legal Research
  • Proficient in MS Office
  • Case Management
  • Client Communication
  • Office Administration
  • Document drafting
  • Notary Public
  • Legal writing
  • Proofreading
  • Discovery Management
  • File and Records Management

Languages

Spanish
Limited Working

Timeline

Paralegal

Brandenburg & Rees, LLP
07.2023 - Current

Operations Supervisor

Employmentskiptracing.com
05.2022 - 07.2023

Legal Supervisor

Account Resolution Corporation
05.2022 - 07.2023

Receptionist

Raymond Managment Company
03.2021 - 06.2022

Night Auditor Supervisor

Hilton
08.2020 - 03.2021

Bachelor of Arts - Criminal Justice Pre-law Focus

Maryville University of Saint Louis

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