BETHANY MARTIN
Wangaratta,VIC
Summary
Legal Secretary equipped with positive attitude and proven success functioning well in corporate office environments. Manages priorities for multiple high volume matters with ease. Positive relationships with court officials, colleagues and law enforcement members.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Legal Secretary
Toner And Associates
09.2022 - Current
- Proficiently navigated LEAP daily.
- Ensured compliance with court rules by staying up-to-date on changing regulations related to filings and other requirements.
- Communicated professionally with clients, colleagues and legal partnership verbally and in writing.
- Assisted with preparation of trial materials and documents.
- Maintained strict confidentiality of sensitive information to protect client privacy and uphold professional ethics.
- Facilitated communication between clients and legal representatives, ensuring prompt responses to inquiries.
- Organized files for court proceedings.
- Provided exceptional customer service when greeting clients and answering phone calls, fostering a welcoming environment.
- Managed multiple high-priority tasks simultaneously, meeting all deadlines while maintaining a high level of accuracy.
- Prepared legal correspondence and wrote professional letters for lawyers and barristers.
- Assisted in drafting legal documents such as Initiating Applications, Affidavits, and briefs, contributing to successful case resolutions.
- Filed documents with courts on behalf of lawyer.
- Transcribed legal documents and phone conversations.
- Reduced errors in legal documents by implementing thorough proofreading processes.
- Created, indexed, and maintained client binders.
- Scheduled all appointments, appearances and briefings in person and electronically.
Café Team Leader
Wangaratta Sports & Aquatic Centre
04.2021 - 09.2022
- Developed strong relationships with customers, resulting in increased loyalty and repeat business.
- Scheduled staff shifts efficiently, maintaining appropriate coverage during peak hours while minimizing labor costs.
- Oversaw cafe maintenance tasks, including equipment repairs and facility improvements, contributing to a safe and appealing environment for customers and employees alike.
- Oversaw daily financial transactions, including accurate cash handling, end-of-day reconciliation, and timely deposits for improved financial stability.
- Boosted team productivity through effective delegation of tasks and consistent communication with staff members.
- Collaborated with management to develop promotional strategies that drove sales and attracted new customers to the cafe.
- Trained new employees on proper food handling techniques, cash register operations, and customer service best practices for a seamless integration into the team.
Early Childhood Educator
Wangaratta Children's Services Centre
08.2019 - 04.2021
- Providing care for children, such as setting schedules and routines, grooming, feeding, changing diapers, and cleaning rooms and toys
- Developing and encouraging age-appropriate learning and socialization to ensure children learn basic skills and concepts, such as communication, manners, sharing, etc
- Documenting observations and keeping records relating to childcare, Signing children in and out electronically
- Supported children with special needs, creating customized learning strategies to accommodate various abilities.
- Maintained and fostered positive and constructive interactions with staff, families, and children.
Live in Nanny
Sydney, NSW
08.2012 - 12.2014
- Care for a 5-month-old & 6-year-old six days a week, Running of Household, School drop off/pick up
- Prepared nutritious meals and snacks, adhering to dietary restrictions or preferences as needed.
- Maintained a clean living space by performing light housekeeping duties such as laundry, dishes, and tidying up play areas.
- Assisted parents in managing schedules and appointments, ensuring smooth family operations.
Barista/Waitress
Scribblers Café
08.2009 - 07.2013
- Maintained a clean and organized workspace for optimal productivity and safety.
- Promoted a welcoming atmosphere by greeting customers with a friendly demeanour and promptly addressing their needs.
- Pleasantly interacted with customers during hectic periods to promote fun, positive environment.
- Contributed to a positive team environment through effective communication and collaboration with colleagues.
- Maintained and operated espresso machines, blenders, commercial coffee brewers, coffee pots, and other equipment.
- Maintained regular and consistent attendance and punctuality.
Education
Certificate IV - Real Estate Practice
Real Estate Institute of Victoria
Melbourne, VIC06.2019
Certificate III - Children's Services
Wodonga Tafe
Wodonga11.2010
Skills
- Superior communication skills
- Court Filing
- Document Formatting
- Efficient multi-tasker
- Appointment Setting
- Client Communication
- Case Management
- Enjoy working with a wide range of people
- Consistently showing initiative
- Ability to work in a team or individually, whilst under pressure
- Patient and reliable
- Enthusiastic worker highly motivated, with immaculate organization and presentation skills
Certification
Driver's License
Education Certificates
- 03/2021, Level 4 First Aid Certificate & CPR
- 07/2019, National Police Check
- 07/2019, Working with Children Check
Personal Information
Date of Birth: 05/07/1992
References
- Trish Devlin, Lawyer, Toner & Associates, 0418 825 811
- Jacinta Monshing, Accountant, Toner & Associates 0413 593 512
- Tahlia Ferrari, Barrister 0424 221 279
- Geoff Clancy, Barrister 0439 902 259
- Kerry Etkin, Former Employer (Nanny) 0410 561 564
Timeline
Legal Secretary
Toner And Associates
09.2022 - Current
Café Team Leader
Wangaratta Sports & Aquatic Centre
04.2021 - 09.2022
Early Childhood Educator
Wangaratta Children's Services Centre
08.2019 - 04.2021
Live in Nanny
Sydney, NSW
08.2012 - 12.2014
Barista/Waitress
Scribblers Café
08.2009 - 07.2013
Certificate IV - Real Estate Practice
Real Estate Institute of Victoria
Certificate III - Children's Services
Wodonga Tafe
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