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Michael Spence

London

Summary

Detail-oriented professional with extensive expertise in legal documentation preparation and courtroom decorum. Demonstrates proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, in-house database management, and word processing, ensuring efficient case file maintenance and legal correspondence preparation. Adept at maintaining client confidentiality and GDPR compliance while excelling in interpersonal communication and customer service. Skilled in strategic thinking, witness liaison, and meeting coordination, with a strong understanding of court procedures. Committed to enhancing operational efficiency through meticulous attention to detail and effective time management.

Experienced professional with focus on legal administration and compliance. Streamlines office operations and ensures accurate documentation. Utilises strong organisational skills and attention to detail to support legal teams and enhance workflow efficiency.

Overview

27
27
years of professional experience
5
5
years of post-secondary education

Work history

Legal Adminstrator

Tuckers Solictors
London
07.2011 - Current
  • Handled high volumes of paperwork, reduced clutter in the workspace.
  • Managed complex calendar schedules, ensured seamless office operations.
  • Coordinated delivery of legal correspondence to clients, witnesses and court officials.
  • Maintained client confidentiality whilst handling sensitive information.
  • Collaborated with legal team to prepare court documents.
  • Produced and formatted documents for different legal teams.
  • Liaised with court staff to schedule trials, hearings and pretrial witness interviews.
  • Transcribed verbal communications from attorneys, client interviews and depositions.
  • Facilitated efficient communication with clients by managing correspondence effectively.
  • Increased accuracy by meticulously proofreading legal documents.
  • Typed letters, memoranda and emails to convey accurate and professional information.
  • Responded to routine enquiries, arranged meetings and maintained supplies to support productivity of legal team.

Legal Executive

Nick Inge & Co Solicitors
London
02.2009 - 06.2011
  • Drafted accurate legal documentation from comprehensive research.
  • Recorded detailed notes from client and witness interviews for further investigation.
  • Analysed probable case outcomes using knowledge of legal precedents.
  • Organised high volumes of legal files for easy access and retrieval.
  • Distributed client bills and sought prompt payment.
  • Assessed client eligibility for legal aid and funding to determine next steps.

Freelance Solicitors Representative

Various law firms
London
05.1998 - 05.2000
  • Provided excellent customer service, received commendations from clients frequently.
  • Utilised various sales techniques to develop relationships with customers and drive sales.
  • Documented all customer interactions for record keeping purposes.
  • Liaised with legal colleagues to identify required work, delegate tasks and speed up case progress.
  • Reviewed legal documentation and flagged errors for correction.
  • Assessed and summarised legal reports for client communications.
  • Managed high volume client caseloads through planning and organisation.

Education

ILEX -

Westminster Kingsway College
London
09.1995 - 08.1996

A-Levels -

Southwark College
London
07.1985 - 05.1986

GCSEs - English, Maths, Science, History.

Henry Thornton School
London
04.1975 - 09.1978

Skills

  • Microsoft Office Suite
  • Legal documentation preparation
  • In-House database management
  • Word processing proficiency
  • Interpersonal savvy
  • Case file maintenance
  • Case note summarising
  • Filing procedures
  • Interpersonal communication
  • Meeting coordination
  • Customer service excellence
  • Attention to Detail
  • Courtroom decorum
  • GDPR compliance
  • Computer literacy
  • Telephone mannerisms
  • Correspondence handling
  • Time efficiency
  • Stress tolerance
  • Legal correspondence preparation
  • Court procedures understanding
  • Strategic thinking
  • Witness liaison
  • Client confidentiality

Affiliations

  • Visiting art gallery, 18th century architecture, travelling and keeping fit with Pilates.

Timeline

Legal Adminstrator

Tuckers Solictors
07.2011 - Current

Legal Executive

Nick Inge & Co Solicitors
02.2009 - 06.2011

Freelance Solicitors Representative

Various law firms
05.1998 - 05.2000

ILEX -

Westminster Kingsway College
09.1995 - 08.1996

A-Levels -

Southwark College
07.1985 - 05.1986

GCSEs - English, Maths, Science, History.

Henry Thornton School
04.1975 - 09.1978

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