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Tammy Burke
Mason City
Summary
Results-driven administrative professional with expertise in enhancing operational efficiency in legal settings. Demonstrated success in coordinating schedules, managing sensitive information, and ensuring effective communication among clients and stakeholders. Committed to maintaining confidentiality while fostering a collaborative environment that drives positive results.
Overview
1
1
Certification
27
27
years of professional experience
Work History
Paralegal
Ostling & Abbott
Bloomington
03.2008 - Current
- Managed schedules and coordinated meetings to support daily operations efficiently.
- Prepared accurate reports, correspondence, and documentation to facilitate communication.
- Maintained strict confidentiality when handling sensitive records and information.
- Served as consistent point of contact for clients and external partners.
- Tracked documentation and assisted with financial processes to ensure accuracy and timeliness.
- Filed bankruptcy petitions with federal courts in compliance with legal standards.
- Promoted client satisfaction by resolving issues with knowledgeable service.
Paralegal
Contracted Assignments
01.2022 - 04.2023
- Maintained organized filing systems to ensure accurate record-keeping.
- Conducted legal research to support case strategy and preparation.
- Assisted attorneys with trial preparation, including exhibits and witness lists.
- Coordinated communication among clients, attorneys, and court personnel.
- Managed calendars to schedule appointments and court dates efficiently.
- Reviewed and summarized discovery materials for comprehensive case analysis.
- Prepared billing statements and tracked client invoices for services provided.
- Proofread documents prior to court filing or submission to opposing counsel.
Executive Assistant / Marketing Director
Insurance Management Co.
Bloomington
10.1999 - 01.2008
- Managed executive calendars and coordinated meetings to optimize leadership's time and enhance productivity.
- Coordinated executive travel arrangements, ensuring adherence to company policies and enhancing travel efficiency.
- Liaised with clients and stakeholders to build and maintain positive relationships, supporting executive engagement and collaboration.
- Handled sensitive information with utmost professionalism and discretion.
- Maintained confidential files to ensure information security and integrity consistently.
- Prepared detailed reports, tracked financial data, and assisted with accounting processes accurately.
- Ensured smooth daily operations by managing office supplies effectively.
- Provided administrative support by preparing contracts, invoices, and purchase orders.
Education
Certificate - Paralegal Studies
Heartland Community College
Skills
- Trial preparation
- Document drafting
- Legal research
- Motion drafting
- Exhibit preparation
- Witness interviewing
- Deposition management
- Subpoena coordination
- Estate planning
- Bankruptcy law research
- Accounts payable
- Court filing processes
- Document management systems
- Microsoft Office Suite proficiency
- Google Workspace proficiency
- Research and data collection
- Proofreading and document preparation
- Administrative support
- Meeting management
- Problem-solving skills
- Effective communication
- Client communication skills
- Google Workspace proficiency
- Document management systems
Certification
- Paralegal Certificate
- Certified Notary Public
- Certified Executive Assistant (EA)
Timeline
Paralegal
Contracted Assignments
01.2022 - 04.2023
Paralegal
Ostling & Abbott
03.2008 - Current
Executive Assistant / Marketing Director
Insurance Management Co.
10.1999 - 01.2008
Certificate - Paralegal Studies
Heartland Community College