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RAYMOND M. HARRINGTON114 Greenbriar Trail, Statesboro, GA 30458 | (H) (678) 661-0127 | (C) (678) 251-8029 |

Raymondmharrington@gmail.com

Legal Assistant adept at working in professional business environments. Driven to maintain ethical standards while providingtop-notch assistance to attorneys. Motivated Legal person who thrives in a team-oriented setting. Effectively communicateswith members of the legal department, clients, and courtroom personnel. Dependable individual accomplished in assisting highprofile attorneys on more than 200 successful cases. Dedicated to maintaining professional standards and ethical work habits toproduce the highest quality case content. Analytical Legal Assistant adept in legal research and documentation. Provides clearand concise information based on creative and complex research findings.

60 WPM typing speedFluent in legal terminologyExceptional telephone etiquetteAdvanced word processingConflict resolutionQuickBooks ProLegal researchExcellent judgmentStrong work ethicAccount administrationHighly organizedArticulate and well-spokenFlexibleFiling and data archivingSchedule managementBudget developmentFinancial reporting

Writing and editingComputer-savvyAccurate money handlingPayment processingTime management skillsMulti-tasking abilityAdaptabilityCommercial lawSpecialty in Criminal and Domestic LawProficient in MS OfficeLegal jargon knowledgeProfessional and matureMeticulous attention to detailStrong problem solverWorks well under pressureSocial media savvyAppointment settingCash flow analysis

I enjoy traveling, and have been fortunate enough to have visited 41 out of the 50 states a long with 5 different countries.Hunting is a large passion of mine due to the traditions and values I believe that it instills in people. I have a strong interest inmany sports. 

08/2014 to CurrentLegal AssistantRoach & Brannen, LLP – Statesboro, 30458, GA

Produced legal documents, including contracts and Legal Motions.Filed all pleadings with the court clerk.Prepared for trials by organizing exhibits and other key evidence.Researched statutes, decisions, legal articles and codes.Contacted witnesses to testify under oath at court hearings.Investigated facts and law of cases, using pertinent sources to determine causes of action and to prepare cases.Directed and coordinated law office activity, including delivery of subpoenas.Developed a working relationship with courts, clients, debtors and attorneys.Assisted attorneys with reviewing and organizing witness reports.Contacted clients to schedule appointments and discuss the progress of cases.Filed all court documents on behalf of the attorneys.

Dictated all weekly and bi-weekly calendar meetings.Pre-screened and interviewed legal assistant candidates.Acted as first point of contact for all clients.Prepared for trials by conducting legal research and drafting pleadings.Met with clients to update them on progress of cases.Managed accounts and records of clients with the highest levels of confidentiality and discretion.Reviewed, edited and proofread legislation for proper grammar, spelling, punctuation and formatting.Worked as a team with attorneys, administrative assistants and fellow legal assistants.Produced legal documents such as briefs, pleadings and appeals.Assisted up to 2 lawyers at a time.

07/2012 to 08/2014Operations ManagerGreenway Recycling USA, LLC – Monroe, GA

Trained, coached and mentored staff to ensure smooth adoption of new program.Implemented innovative programs to increase employee loyalty and reduce turnover.Developed and rolled out new policies.Determined the most cost-effective procedures and routes for shipments.Gathered, logged and monitored all shipping data.Minimized damage and repair costs through careful management and preventative maintenance.Took corrective action in the case of accidents and delays to minimize extra expenses.Reviewed and analyzed data from companies in non-competing industries to amass strategic insight.Assigned shipments to carriers in the centralized database.Communicated with dispatchers, warehouses and customers regarding outgoing orders.Prioritized order security, accuracy and on-time pickup and delivery.Created an annual budget and developed a comprehensive plan to accomplish company objectives while staying withinbudget.Greeted customers entering the store to ascertain what each customer wanted or needed.Described product to customers and accurately explained details and care of merchandise.Communicated with vendors regarding back order availability, future inventory and special orders.Provided an elevated customer experience to generate a loyal clientèle.Answered product questions with up-to-date knowledge of sales and store promotions.

10/2010 to 01/2012Operations ManagerRapid Services, Inc – Monroe, GA

Greet customers entering the store to help with what each customer wants or needs.Answer questions regarding services and products, while maintaining knowledge of current sales/rental promotions.Compute accurate prices for rental and sales transactions.Work as a team member performing and office and management duties.Worked closely with company owners to identify new business opportunities and routinely participated in the salesprocess.Compiled and analyze relevant business data such as pricing performance.Monitored vehicles as they entered, unloaded and exited the landfill to maintain a safe, efficient work area.Maintained communication with customer service and dispatch regarding deliveries.Obtained proper signatures as required.Served as a liaison between company owners and clients regarding client accounts and new business.Qualifying and processing customer rentals with accuracy and detail.Accurately balanced cash drawer and daily report.Assist customers in person and via telephone.Cross-train and provide back-up for other customer service representatives when needed.Manage wide variety of customer service and administrative tasks to resolve customer issues quickly and efficiently.Describe products and policy to customers and accurately explain care of merchandise.Effectively communicated with team members to maintain clearly defined expectations.Successfully managed the activities of 4+ team members in at single location.

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Planned travel arrangements for 2-3 executives and staff.Drafted meeting agendas, supplied advance materials and executed follow-up for meetings and team conferences.Designed electronic file systems and maintained electronic and paper files.Created PowerPoint presentations used for business development.Organized files, developed spreadsheets, faxed reports and scanned documents.Properly routed agreements, contracts and invoices through the signature process.Created and maintained spreadsheets using advanced Excel functions and calculations to develop reports and lists.Made copies, sent faxes and handled all incoming and outgoing correspondence.

2013High School Diploma:North Oconee High School - Bogart, 30622, GACompleted 28 hours of college credit during senior year via Dual Enrollment Program at North Georgia University OconeeCampus.  

2016BBA: FinanceGeorgia Southern University - Statesboro, 30458, GA

Recipient of HOPE ScholarshipCoursework in Law, Political Science and U.S. History

2005 Nominated to travel to Australia with "Peoples To People US Ambassador Program".2007 Nominated to travel to England and Whales with "People to People US Ambassador Program".2011 Nominated and attended the National Youth Leader Forum on National Security in Washington, DC.2012 Invited by National Youth Leader Forum to attend President Inauguration in Washington, DC.2013 Nominated to attend a Conference in China with National Youth Leadership Alumni.(www.nylf.org)2007 Travel throughout United States, Canada, and Sweden since1999 playing  Hockey. Selected and played for Team USA in Sweden. Playing hockey taught me commitment, leadership,dedication, and how to be a team player.Founder of "Soap for Hope" .... A Non Profit Organization that collects hotel soap and shampoos for the homeless, shelters, andmilitary personnel.Parish member of St. Joseph Catholic Church in Athens, Ga.2014 Initiated member of the Delta Theta chapter of Kappa Alpha Order.

Kappa Alpha Order Envision formally know as National Youth Leadership Program AlumniThunder Hockey Program AlumniAtlanta Fire Hockey Program Alumni