Sample Legal
Secretary Resume
When writing a legal secretary resume it is important to focus on both
education and experience.
The
chronological resume format allows the
applicant to do this.
The legal secretary resume example below is written using this format.
Note the applicant begins with a strong objective statement and also
includes a summary of qualifications.
Mary Jo Shelby
2356
Peachtree Lane
Atlanta,
GA 55555
1-555-555-1212
maryjos@email.com
Objective:
A position as a legal secretary that will fully utilize my skills
Summary
of Qualifications:
Highly qualified with 10+ years experience. Excellent ability to
multitask, work well under pressure and prioritize. Strong
communication skills - both verbal and written. Outstanding
organizational and planning skills. Knowledge of local, state and
federal court rules and procedures. Typing skills 85+ words per minute.
Professional
Experience
| Smith,
Kirby & Weston |
|
Atlanta,
GA |
| Legal Secretary |
|
Sep 2001 to Present |
- Head assistant to three senior partners
- Responsible for preparation of legal
documentation, court filings, scheduling depositions and heavy filing
- Notary Public
| Whittington
and Whittington |
|
Atlanta,
GA |
| Legal Secretary |
|
1993 to 2001 |
- Prepare legal papers and correspondence
of legal nature, such as summonses, motions, subpoenas, complaints,
etc.
- Reviewed law journals and other legal
publications to identify court decisions pertinent to pending cases
- Manage attorney calendars and travel plans
- Maintain docketing system and legal
library
- Responsible for ordering supplies, bill
paying, tax deposits and quarterly tax reports
Education
A.A. - Business Administration
Atlanta Community College; Atlanta, GA
|
The sample legal secretary resume above focuses heavily on professional
information by including this data first. The resume concludes with
information regarding the applicant’s education.
If the applicant wished they could also include additional
training
information, such as continuing education, under the
Education section. This would make an impressive addition. Other
information that that could be listed as well includes community
activities, notable accomplishments, awards and honors.
You are welcome to copy / use this sample legal secretary resume for
your personal use only.
