Baime and BaimeLegal Assistant
May. 2010 - Aug. 2013Northbrook, ILA private Workers' Compensation and Personal Injury law firm.
• Representative of law firm at social events and the Northbrook Chamber of Commerce
• Maintained open lines of communication and managed pertinent, critical information between attorneys and their clients and colleagues.
• Transcribed dictaphone recordings to correspondence, memorandums and/or court documents.
• Prepared complaints for court filings
• Researched information necessary for court proceedings, filings and day to day office procedure
• Obtained medical records and billing for clients in a timely manner
• Enhanced trial proceedings by organizing evidence; preparing exhibits; scheduling witnesses; ensuring that witnesses are ready when needed; taking courtroom notes.
• Explored opportunities to add value to job accomplishments
• Praised for ability to maintain composure in a fast paced environment with stressful situations and/or conditions.