Administrative Support Specialist

• Over 6 years of experience providing top notch administrative support to executive level teams.
• Possesses an Associate Degree in Paralegal Studies, as well as extensive hands on experience within fast-paced law offices.
• Skilled in streamlining existing processes to substantially increase efficiency throughout office operations.
• Regarded for the ability to deliver outstanding results with the highest degree of expertise, service and professionalism.

Conagra Brands, Chicago, IL; Legal Administrative Assistant III 2016-Present

• Fulfill critical administrative support role within legal department, with associated responsibilities including calendar management and travel facilitation for the VP Chief Counsel of Employment Labor and Compliance and the VP Chief Counsel of Marketing and governmental affairs.
• Demonstrate a strong attention to detail while thoroughly reviewing and editing legal documents.
• Utilize various IT tools, including Netdocs, Concur, CaseTrack and SAP, to successfully process invoices, maintain legal documents and oversee billing operations.
• Leverage excellent organizational abilities to facilitate meetings, pro bono projects and departmental celebrations.

SOS Children s Villages of Illinois, Chicago, IL; Executive Legal Assistant 2010-2017

• Streamlined existing office operations, resulting in significantly increased efficiency throughout call management, filing operations and event / meeting coordination.
• Demonstrated excellent interpersonal skills throughout interactions with clients, team members and executive level leadership.
• Strategically prioritized calendar events for company CEO.
• Facilitated all aspects of corporate travel, including flights, ground transportation and accommodations.
• Tactically delegated tasks as necessary; focused heavily on maximizing use of available resources.
• Associated duties included creation of documents, reports, presentations, agendas and event briefings.

Robert Half Legal, Chicago, IL; Director of Meeting Planning and Conference 2008-2009

• Demonstrated excellent organizational abilities while facilitating global events, conferences and meetings.
• Performed administrative tasks including budget management, distribution of financial reports and purchasing.
• Utilized strong interpersonal skills to form relationships with vendors; devised and implemented highly effective marketing strategies.
• Maintained compliance to laws and regulations throughout all daily operations.
• Used aggressive negotiation tactics to ensure favorable pricing for airlines and hotels.

Hyatt Corporation, Chicago, IL; Legal Coordinator 2008

• Provided key legal support to Attorney, with associated responsibilities including creation of contract agreements and accurately tracking incoming information.
• Utilized strong organizational skills to assist with contract meetings related to banquets / events.
• Used various tools, including MS PowerPoint presentation and webinars, to educate sales team.

Bachelor of Science in Management & Administration, Walden University, Baltimore, MD; In Progress

Associate of Science in Paralegal Studies, Valedictorian, High Honors, Maccormac College, Chicago, IL; 2015

Certificate in Legal Studies, Chicago State University, Chicago, IL; 2008

Court-Appointed Special Advocate (CASA), Cook County

Member, Association of Certified e-Discovery Specialists (ACEDS)

Member, Illinois Paralegal Association (IPA) & Illinois Notary

Member, National Association of Legal Assistants (NALA)