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Frances Harvey

 

Address: PO Box 24891

City: Christiansted

Zip: 824

Country: Virgin Islands (U.S.)

 
Phone: 340-998-7655
Cell: 340-998-7655
 

objective

To obtain a management position where I can maximize my multilayer of management skills, quality assurance, program development, training experience and customer service.

 

Work Experience

Paralegal/EDC Compliance Office (03/16/2009 – Present)

Last Employer: Marmarus Management Company, LLC

Contact Person: Harvey R. Clapp III/719-3885

Responsibilities: Prepare Corporate

Human Resources Assistant/Paralegal (12/08/2008 – 02/23/2009)

Last Employer: Stanford Financial Group

Responsibilities: Prepare and maintain the weekly report for the caribbean offices related to open and filled p0sitions in the company. Assistant to Regional HR Caribbean Director and Regional Counsel. Performed legal research and research for management practices, training and development programs. Maintained database containing incoming resumes. Assisted HR Manager with employment issues. Maintain an accurate employee telephone list and other necessary databases. Assisted HR Manager with hiring procedures, screening of candidates and coordinating interviews. Assist in the preparation and maintained list of employee for bonus purposes. Perform office services such as filing of documents. Assist Regional Caribbean HR Director in coordinating year-end training in Antigua. Input information in expense account database.

Assistant Manager/Paralegal (10/31/2002 – 04/10/2006)

Last Employer: Moore & Sopuch

Responsibilities: Provide instruction and assistance to other support staff. Maintain operational documents. Recommend appropriate modifications and additions to personnel policies, programs and procedures to advance professional development and proficiency of the workforce. Track and manage settlement disbursements. Maintenance of accurate and complete billing records. Interview prospective clients. Assist clients with responses to initial answer to complaint and discovery. Prepare Real Estate transaction documents. Assist in preparation of trials. Conduct legal research. Digest and index information obtained prior to trial. Gather information in preparation for lawsuits. Perform office procedures in the everyday running of a legal office. Prepare and interpret legal documents. Prepare pleadings, subpoenas, and other legal documents. Research factual and legal issues. Draft criminal and civil appellate briefs. Maintain complex dockets and files, both manually and electronically. Schedule appointments, court appearances, and depositions. Type memos and correspondence.

Legal Secretary/Paralegal (09/03/1990 – 10/31/2002)

Last Employer: Law Offices of R. Eric Moore

Responsibilities: Legal Assistant to two associates. Preparation and filing (both Superior and District Courts) of pleadings. Provide research and administrative support for fast paced insurance defense firm. Organization and maintenance of case files. Prepare correspondences, motions, discovery, and other court documents. Coordinate meetings and events. Calendar management for both in-office and off-island meetings and deadlines. Arrange travel for the attorneys. Liaise with clients insuring transmittal of accurate and up to date information. Ensure hospitality and comfort of guests in meetings, appointments and accommodations.

Education

Establishment: Walden University (Online)

Degree: Bachelor of Science Psychology

Education Period: 06/01/2009 - 02/19/2010

Details: Expected completion: December 2010.

Establishment: University of the Virgin Islands

Degree: Paralegal Certificate

Details: Completed: May 2002

Establishment: Branell College

Degree: Computer Accounting

Education Period: 09/11/1989 - 02/05/1990

Skills

Strong organizational, communication, prioritization, and analytical skills. Flexibility to work independently as well as in a team environment. Dictaphone use. Type 90+ wpm. Initiating new ideas Handling details Coordinating tasks Managing groups Delegating responsibility Counseling Promoting change Managing conflict

Computer Skills: Microsoft Word, Corel WordPerfect, Abacus Law and PC Law (calendar program), Display Write, Microsoft Excel, West Law, Lexix/Nexis

Additional Information

Honors: Lifetime Member of Cambridge Who’s Who

Certifications or Licensures: Certified Paralegal by NALA (National Association of Legal Assistants)