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Marie Grillo

Melbourne,VIC

Summary

Dynamic Legal Secretary with a proven track record at Ferraro & Singh Lawyers, excelling in document management and client communication. Expertly organised court filings and maintained efficient electronic systems, ensuring timely responses and exceptional service. Recognised for multitasking abilities and drafting precise legal documents, contributing to seamless office operations.


I am currently nearing the completion of my Certificate III in Education Support and am passionate about working with children, particularly those with additional needs. As a parent to an autistic son, I have developed a deep understanding of the unique challenges and strengths of neurodiverse children. This personal experience has inspired me to pursue a career supporting other children like him. I bring extensive hands-on experience with special needs, various therapies for autistic children, and a strong working knowledge of the NDIS, including experience as a self-managed client.



Overview

20
20
years of professional experience

Work History

Legal Secretary

Ferraro & Singh Lawyers
01.2005 - Current
  • Maintained strict confidentiality of sensitive information to protect client privacy and uphold professional ethics.
  • Facilitated communication between clients and lawyers, ensuring prompt responses to enquiries.
  • Arranged for delivery of legal correspondence to clients.
  • Organised files for court proceedings.
  • Answered and directed calls using multi-line switchboard.
  • Organised and maintained an efficient electronic filing system for easy access to critical documents and data.
  • Received and placed telephone calls to clients and prospective clients.
  • 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.
  • Screened telephone calls and forwarded to appropriate departments.
  • Assisted in drafting legal documents.
  • Created, indexed, and maintained client binders.
  • Scheduled all appointments, appearances and briefings.
  • Developed and maintained filing and retrieval systems.
  • Scheduled and made appointments for lawyers.
  • Coordinated meetings and conferences.
  • Created and printed legal documents for lawyers to review.
  • Prepared and processed invoices for attorney billing.

Education

No Degree - Certificate III in School Based Education Support

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Online
01-2025

High School Diploma -

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Aberfeldie, VIC
12-2003

Skills

  • Court filing
  • Document formatting
  • Efficient multi-tasker
  • Appointment setting
  • File organisation
  • Word processing
  • Client communication
  • Document filing
  • Calendar management
  • Client correspondence
  • Document management
  • Phone etiquette
  • Document preparation
  • Transcription
  • Billing and invoicing
  • Drafting legal documents
  • Administrative support
  • Editing and proofreading
  • Case management
  • Document drafting
  • Research and data collection
  • Schedule maintenance
  • Document proofreading
  • Meeting coordination
  • Office administration

Languages

English
Italian

Interests

  • Fashion and Style
  • Watching Movies and TV Shows
  • Pilates
  • Volunteering with at my childrens schools
  • Volunteering as a helper for my childrens extra curricular activities including football, soccer and dancing
  • Personal Development and Self-Improvement

Timeline

Legal Secretary

Ferraro & Singh Lawyers
01.2005 - Current

No Degree - Certificate III in School Based Education Support

Open Colleges

High School Diploma -

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Marie Grillo