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Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Websites
Administrative Software
Accomplishments
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Tish Ranasinghe

Summary

Reliable administrative and legal support professional with great attention to detail. Works well independently to carry out assignments. Maintains impeccable files and organized case materials. Hardworking and passionate job seeker with strong organizational skills eager to secure entry-level Legal Administrative position. Ready to help team achieve company goals.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience

Work History

Legal Administrative Assistant

Ozvic Lawyers
02.2024 - Current
  • Managed general clerical needs such as opening and closing files, scanning sheets and faxing documents.
  • Facilitated clear communication between clients and attorneys by acting as a liaison to ensure all parties were informed of updates or changes.
  • Prepared drafts of forms, letters and agreements for legal staff use.
  • Streamlined legal processes by drafting and proofreading documents, ensuring accuracy and timely completion.
  • Reduced attorney workload through proficient document management, handling correspondence, and performing clerical tasks.
  • Scheduled and coordinated meetings between legal teams and clients.
  • Kept office efficient and organized by managing tasks such as supply restocking and general upkeep without oversight.
  • Screened phone calls to effectively handle less important inquiries and keep senior staff free for more important matters.
  • Helped with intake of new clients and materials by setting up files and documenting important information.
  • Developed efficient filing systems for legal documents resulting in reduced retrieval times and increased productivity.
  • Provided exceptional customer service when interacting with clients fostering strong relationships and positive outcomes.
  • Managed accounts and client records of clients, observing confidentiality, and extreme discretion.
  • Handled office scheduling and made notes for deadlines, motions, and other important dates.
  • Completed electronic filings, initiated billing statements, and managed firm administrative matters.
  • Completed data entry of legal documents into electronic filing systems.
  • Worked with outside vendors to coordinate purchasing of supplies and maintenance of office complex.
  • Produced and filed various legal documents and electronically preserved updated case record system.
  • Prioritized and handled multiple assignments and maintained firm commitment to deadlines.

Legal Administrative Assistant

Ministry Of Finance, Economic Stabilization & National Policies - Department Of Legal Affairs
01.2019 - 01.2023
  • Prepared drafts of forms, letters and agreements for legal staff use.
  • Scheduled and coordinated meetings between legal teams and clients.
  • Kept office efficient and organized by managing tasks such as supply restocking and general upkeep without oversight.
  • Screened phone calls to effectively handle less important inquiries and keep senior staff free for more important matters.
  • Helped with intake of new clients and materials by setting up files and documenting important information.
  • Developed efficient filing systems for legal documents resulting in reduced retrieval times and increased productivity.
  • Improved law office efficiency by managing calendars, coordinating travel arrangements, and maintaining organized files.

Legal Internship

M.M Wickramasinghe [L.LB - Attorney at Law & Notary at Public]
01.2016 - 01.2019
  • Sorted and organized files, spreadsheets, and reports.
  • Gained hands-on experience in various software programs, increasing proficiency and expanding technical skill set.
  • Developed organizational skills through managing multiple tasks simultaneously while adhering to strict deadlines.
  • Participated in professional development opportunities to enhance skill set, contributing to overall intern growth and potential future employment prospects.
  • Participated in workshops and presentations related to projects to gain knowledge.

Education

Bachelor of Laws (LLB) - Legal

General Sir John Kotelawala Defence University
Colombo, Sri Lanka
11.2018

Skills

  • Office Administration
  • File Management
  • Document Preparation
  • Proofreading abilities
  • Legal writing
  • Microsoft Office
  • Client service and support
  • Administrative Support
  • Fast Learner
  • Task Prioritization
  • Data Entry
  • Drafting legal documents

Websites

Administrative Software

Microsoft Office Package (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint)

Smokeball

PEXA

Adobe Acrobat

Accomplishments

  • Acted as the Legal Assistant on managing over 100 conveyancing property settlements during my tenure.
  • Assisted with Legal Analysis & Research on Central Bank of Sri Lanka Bond Scandal, 2015.
  • Attended Court of Appeal as assistant to the senior counsel.
  • Attended as assistant to senior counsel for Appellate Courts on behalf of Senior Counsel as a supporting party.
  • Attended as the assistant for senior counsel to Supreme Court of Sri Lanka to observe and take notes on the court proceedings, 2017.
  • Conducted a comparative Legal Research between Inland Revenue act of 2006 vs. 2016 to summarize finding for Senior Counsel.

References

Referees available on request

Timeline

Legal Administrative Assistant

Ozvic Lawyers
02.2024 - Current

Legal Administrative Assistant

Ministry Of Finance, Economic Stabilization & National Policies - Department Of Legal Affairs
01.2019 - 01.2023

Legal Internship

M.M Wickramasinghe [L.LB - Attorney at Law & Notary at Public]
01.2016 - 01.2019

Bachelor of Laws (LLB) - Legal

General Sir John Kotelawala Defence University

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