Frances Harvey
Address: PO Box 24891
City: Christiansted
Zip: 824
Country: Virgin Islands (U.S.)
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)