Eliezer Pine
Bet Shemesh,JM
Summary
Dynamic Legal Assistant with proven expertise in legal document preparation and client communication, honed at Law Offices Of Philippe J. Gerschel. Excelled in streamlining case management processes, enhancing client satisfaction, demonstrating exceptional organizational efficiency and multitasking abilities.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
Work History
Legal Assistant
Law Offices Of Philippe J. Gerschel
06.2022 - Current
- Filed court documents and legal pleadings with court clerk on behalf of attorneys.
- Organized documents to manage paper and electronic filing systems of clients.
- 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.
- Prepared and drafted correspondence and legal forms to maintain smooth communications.
- 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.
- Facilitated timely resolution of legal matters by preparing and organizing essential documents.
- Responded to client inquiries to provide accurate legal advice and offer assistance.
- Coordinated with court personnel and attorneys to determine scheduling of hearings and filing documents.
- Managed accounts and client records of clients, observing confidentiality, and extreme discretion.
- 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.
- Worked alongside attorneys, administrative assistants, and fellow legal assistants on complex cases and legal processes.
- Reduced errors in court filings by meticulously proofreading documents for accuracy before submission.
- Handled billing tasks efficiently and accurately, ensuring smooth financial operations for the legal team.
- Enhanced office productivity by implementing efficient document management systems for easy retrieval and storage.
- Prepared for court hearings by organizing and summarizing documents, preparing exhibits and reviewing evidence.
- Gathered key information during initial client intake interviews that contributed significantly to the formulation of effective legal arguments.
- Assisted with trial preparation, including creation of exhibits, compilation of witness lists, and organization of evidence materials.
- Drafted accurate and persuasive legal correspondence, contributing to successful negotiations and settlements.
- Streamlined administrative processes for better efficiency in handling caseloads, reducing paperwork backlog, and ensuring timely completion of tasks.
- Supported attorneys in achieving favorable outcomes through thorough research and analysis of complex legal issues.
- Conducted legal research, compiled and organized evidence and identified relevant legal articles and statutes to use for legal proceedings.
- Provided valuable training and support to junior staff members as needed, fostering a collaborative work culture that promoted professional growth for all team members.
- Contributed to the development of winning litigation strategies through careful review of relevant statutes, case law, regulations, and other authoritative sources.
- Negotiated settlements and mediated disputes to create mutually beneficial solutions and maintain positive relationships.
- Communicated pertinent information to clients via phone, email, and mail.
- Produced legal documents such as briefs, pleadings and appeals.
- Collaborated with attorneys to develop strategies for each case.
- Contacted witnesses to testify under oath at court hearings.
- Researched and analyzed legal issues and cases to provide accurate advice to clients.
Lecturer
Medrash Shmuel Institution Of Higher Education
02.2003 - 04.2005
- Cultivated critical thinking skills through challenging assignments that required analysis, synthesis, and evaluation of information from various sources.
- Developed strong relationships with colleagues, collaborating on curriculum development and sharing best practices in teaching strategies.
- Evaluated student progress through regular assessments, providing detailed feedback for improvement and growth.
- Selected and designed lesson plans and curriculum to meet academic objectives.
- Collaborated with faculty and staff to create meaningful learning experiences.
- Promoted collaboration among students through group projects and presentations, fostering teamwork and communication skills.
- Managed large class sizes effectively, maintaining an orderly learning environment conducive to student success.
- Built strong rapport with students through class discussions and academic advisement.
- Conducted engaging in-class discussions to facilitate learning and encourage participation.
Education
A - Levels - A Level Higher Education
Jewish Grammar High School
Manchester, United KingdomSkills
- Fast Learner
- Scheduling/Planning
- Microsoft Office
- File Organization
- Legal Document Preparation
- Document Preparation
- Client Communication
- Administrative Support
- Legal Research
- Interviewing Clients
- Client Relations
- Document drafting
- Document filing
- Writing and editing
- Client Support
- Proofreading
- Task Prioritization
- Legal/Court Processes
- Organizational Efficiency
- Client service and support
- Case Management
- Correspondence
- Document Editing
- Litigation Support
- Customer Relationship Management
- Legal Terminology
- Court Filing
- Contract Review
- Relationship Building
- Legal Compliance
Languages
English
Native language
Hebrew
Upper intermediate
B2
Timeline
Legal Assistant
Law Offices Of Philippe J. Gerschel
06.2022 - Current
Lecturer
Medrash Shmuel Institution Of Higher Education
02.2003 - 04.2005
A - Levels - A Level Higher Education
Jewish Grammar High School
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