CONSTANCE SCHONLAU
Aurora
Summary
Efficient, detail-oriented professional with experience in multiple areas of law, contracting and administrative work. Able to follow directives, work autonomously and excel in high pressure situations. Aiming to utilize my skills and experience to continue my career.
Overview
27
27
years of professional experience
Work History
Paralegal
Hoffman Nies Dave & Meyer LLP
02.2023 - Current
- Provide Paralegal support including preparation of estate plans, drafting and filing of pleadings in probate, litigation and domestic relations matters, client communication and file management.
- Draft, review, and file legal documents, ensuring compliance with court requirements.
- Manage client communications, providing updates on case progress and addressing inquiries.
- Collaborate with attorneys to prepare for trials, hearings, and depositions, enhancing team efficiency.
Contract Assistant
The Water Research Foundation
05.2020 - 02.2023
- Draft, oversee and facilitate execution of contract amendments
- Utilize software to update and maintain records, record cash receipts, and reconcile month-end accounting
- Manage various administration projects
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to ensure timely execution of contracts and agreements.
- Tracked deliverables against contractual milestones, ensuring timely completion of project tasks.
Administrative Assistant
Nebraska and Minnesota Life and Health Insurance Guaranty Associations
04.2019 - 01.2021
- Managed calendars and arranged travel
- Planned meetings and events
- Retained and organized records
- Communicated with policyholders
- Bookkeeping
Legal and Administrative Assistant
Cline, Williams, Wright, Johnson & Oldfather, L.L.P.
12.1998 - 03.2020
- Assisted in preparing legal documents, ensuring accuracy and compliance with regulatory standards.
- Assisted in onboarding new employees, providing training materials, and coordinating orientation schedules to ensure a smooth integration into the team.
- Managed calendars, arranged travel and scheduled meetings
- Managed client correspondence, maintaining confidentiality and professionalism in all communications.
Education
University of Nebraska
Lincoln05.1995
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Elkhorn Valley High School
Tilden05.1994
Skills
- Attention to detail
- Excellent communication skills
- Microsoft Office proficiency
- Case management
- Calendar management
- Document drafting
- Notary public
Timeline
Paralegal
Hoffman Nies Dave & Meyer LLP
02.2023 - Current
Contract Assistant
The Water Research Foundation
05.2020 - 02.2023
Administrative Assistant
Nebraska and Minnesota Life and Health Insurance Guaranty Associations
04.2019 - 01.2021
Legal and Administrative Assistant
Cline, Williams, Wright, Johnson & Oldfather, L.L.P.
12.1998 - 03.2020
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Elkhorn Valley High School
University of Nebraska