Katarina Lukac
Carramar,NSW
Summary
Proven Paralegal Assistant with a track record of enhancing firm efficiency, notably at Carroll & O'Dea Lawyers, by implementing a digital archival system. Skilled in confidentiality compliance and fostering positive client relationships, my approach has significantly improved case handling and client satisfaction.
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
Work History
Paralegal Assistant
Carroll & O'Dea Lawyers
10.2007 - Current
- Collaborated effectively with legal team members, fostering a positive work environment and increased efficiency.
- Reduced case backlog by efficiently prioritizing and organizing diverse paralegal tasks.
- Increased firm''s efficiency by implementing a digital archival system for easy retrieval of case files and records.
- Enhanced client satisfaction by providing thorough legal research and efficient document preparation.
Legal Secretary Assistant
Keddies Lawyers
09.2007 - 10.2007
- Served as liaison between attorneys and clients fostering a positive relationship while addressing inquiries promptly.
- Strengthened relationships among colleagues within the firm through collaboration on interdepartmental projects.
- Managed billing processes to ensure timely payment from clients and minimize outstanding balances.
- Supported litigation teams during trials with seamless organization of exhibits and witness testimony materials.
Personal Assistant to the Owner
Stephen Smart Lawyers
08.2002 - 08.2007
- Responded to emails and other correspondence to facilitate communication and enhance business processes.
- Maintained an organized workspace for the owner which facilitated easy access to important documents when needed.
- Maintained appropriate filing of personal and professional documentation.
- Improved communication between the owner and external parties by drafting professional correspondence on their behalf.
Legal Secratary
Gells Lawyers
11.1998 - 01.2001
- Maintained strict confidentiality of sensitive information to protect client privacy and uphold professional ethics.
- Facilitated communication between clients and attorneys, ensuring prompt responses to inquiries.
- Arranged for delivery of legal correspondence to clients, witnesses, and court officials.
- Organized files for court proceedings.
Education
No Degree - Conveyancing
Macquarie University
Sydney, NSW03-2011
No Degree - Paralegal Studies
Wentworth College
Sydney 08-2001
No Degree - Certificate III in Accounting And Office Administr
St Patrick's Business College
Sydney, NSW10-1998
Skills
- Confidentiality compliance
- Document drafting
- Client communication
- Legal writing
Languages
Croatian
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Paralegal Assistant
Carroll & O'Dea Lawyers
10.2007 - Current
Legal Secretary Assistant
Keddies Lawyers
09.2007 - 10.2007
Personal Assistant to the Owner
Stephen Smart Lawyers
08.2002 - 08.2007
Legal Secratary
Gells Lawyers
11.1998 - 01.2001
No Degree - Conveyancing
Macquarie University
No Degree - Paralegal Studies
Wentworth College
No Degree - Certificate III in Accounting And Office Administr
St Patrick's Business College
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