Proactive Legal Assistant with over 5 years of experience supporting attorneys in law firms. Skilled in case management, document preparation and filing. Adept ad managing priorities while maintaining confidentiality and accuracy.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Billing Assistant and Legal Assistant
Bird & Bird Società Tra Avvocati
09.2024 - Current
Implemented automated systems to reduce manual workload associated with generating invoices.
Received, sorted, and distributed incoming mail.
Prepared detailed reports on account status, payment histories, and aging analysis for management review, enabling informed decisionmaking.
Supported month-end closing activities by reconciling accounts and preparing financial reports as needed.
Worked closely with the accounting department to ensure timely and accurate posting of client payments.
Updated Excel spreadsheets with tracking data.
Coordinated with other team members to streamline billing processes, resulting in reduced turnaround times for invoice generation and distribution.
Legal Assistant
Cleary Gottlieb Steen & Hamilton LLP
02.2019 - 08.2024
Managed high-volume workload while maintaining strict attention to detail on every task such as drafting pleadings or summarizing depositions accurately.
Increased client satisfaction by efficiently managing case files and promptly addressing inquiries.
Maintained strict confidentiality, protecting sensitive client information as required by legal ethics and regulations.
Managed accounts and client records of clients, observing confidentiality, and extreme discretion.
Contributed to positive work environment by offering comprehensive support to attorneys and staff, including document management and meeting coordination.
Handled office scheduling and made notes for deadlines, motions, and other important dates.