Michelle Peterson
Legal Assistant at Johnson, Blumberg & Associates, LLC- Claim this Profile
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Credentials
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Paralegal Certificate
Roosevelt UniversityDec, 2006- Nov, 2024 -
Notary Public
State of IllinoisAug, 2011- Nov, 2024
Experience
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Johnson, Blumberg & Associates, LLC
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United States
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Legal Services
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1 - 100 Employee
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Legal Assistant
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Feb 2010 - Present
Notary Public • Preparation of Foreclosure Complaint, Lis Pendens, Military Affidavit, Summons and Assignment of Mortgage, for attorney review • Maintain electronic legal files, send out Judgement Notices UtilizeVendorScape and Desktop, LPS, formerly Fidelity Information Systems (MSP) Lender Processing web sites; Provest, and LenStar • Performs a variety of administrative duties; using personal computer based software for word processing, and spreadsheets Notary Public • Preparation of Foreclosure Complaint, Lis Pendens, Military Affidavit, Summons and Assignment of Mortgage, for attorney review • Maintain electronic legal files, send out Judgement Notices UtilizeVendorScape and Desktop, LPS, formerly Fidelity Information Systems (MSP) Lender Processing web sites; Provest, and LenStar • Performs a variety of administrative duties; using personal computer based software for word processing, and spreadsheets
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Kirkland & Ellis
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United States
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Law Practice
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700 & Above Employee
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Project Assistant
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Mar 2008 - Aug 2009
Managed, prioritized and completed a heavy volume of projects for a pool of 10-15 attorneys specializing in Chapter 11 Bankruptcy. Assisted attorneys and paralegals in performing legal research Provided support in the verification of case citations, quotations, and legal references Prepared and organized trial exhibits, including such items as the preparation of charts and reports, and the coordination of photographic exhibits Utilized litigation support software or database applications to manage, track and organize legal case information Maintained legal files, including the filing of all motions, pleadings, and correspondence in major cases Prepared responses that address clerical and administrative issues Show less
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Paralegal/Legal Assistant
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Jun 2007 - Dec 2007
Small Loop law firm specializing in Trusts, Real Estate, Taxes and Probate. Ensured that attorney's time was entered in a timely manner in Lotus 123 Delivered, drafted & filed various motions & appearances to Circuit Court Responsible for light bookkeeping, accounting, and entry of 941 quarterly taxes Maintained client billing in QuickBooks Performed administrative and office support activities, Responsibilities included receiving, and handling telephone calls, prepared memos, reports and materials, word processing, filing, and faxing Show less
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Paralegal/Legal Assistant
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Dec 2006 - Jun 2007
Busy Loop law firm specializing in Creditor's Rights. Hands-on experience in all aspects of litigation practice including but not limited to: court filings; docketing; drafting of office correspondence and court pleadings; client contact. Entered Attorney time in a timely manner in TimeSlips Maintained case files and court calendar system in Abacus and a manual diary Electronically filed Motions and Proposed Orders with Northern Illinois Bankruptcy Court Organized Chapter 7 Debtor's documents in preparation for 341 meeting with Creditors for Trustee Responsible for drafting court notices, standard pleadings, orders and claims; compiling fee applications; and performing legal research Show less
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Intern
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Aug 2006 - Dec 2006
Aug.-Dec. 2006 Reviewed mortgage foreclosure documents: consisting of (pleadings, motions, mortgages, Judgment of Foreclosures assignments, prove-ups, military affidavits, Process of Service and Certificate of Service) Accompanied judges in courtroom and observed calls Assured all documents are included for accurate foreclosure procedures Flagged any errors found in documents Aug.-Dec. 2006 Reviewed mortgage foreclosure documents: consisting of (pleadings, motions, mortgages, Judgment of Foreclosures assignments, prove-ups, military affidavits, Process of Service and Certificate of Service) Accompanied judges in courtroom and observed calls Assured all documents are included for accurate foreclosure procedures Flagged any errors found in documents
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Hostess/Carry-Out Handler
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Mar 2002 - Jan 2006
Ran food from kitchen to dining room and served in timely manner Wiped edges and rims of plates clean and free of smudges, sauces and fingerprints Excellent customer service and counter skills- Anticipated guests needs Assisted guest courteously and efficiently Kept chairs and banquettes clean and clear of debris Set up side station Entered all sales in POS without errors. Double checked list before "sending" Made sure that all products served were accounted for on final bill before presenting Attended all food and beverage training classes Following the posted opening and closing duties and side work sheet At end of shift delivered all checks and report to appropriate place according to rules Set and maintained dining room environment and materials perfectly clean Show less
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Roosevelt University
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United States
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Higher Education
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700 & Above Employee
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Adult Commuter Assistant
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2005 - 2006
Arranged Audio and Video preparation for meetings and seminars. Helped with all student activities on campus. General Office in the Office of Student Affairs. Arranged Audio and Video preparation for meetings and seminars. Helped with all student activities on campus. General Office in the Office of Student Affairs.
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Intern
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2004 - 2004
General Office, helped paralegals with their duties - worked with databases, filing and scanning. General Office, helped paralegals with their duties - worked with databases, filing and scanning.
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Big Bowl
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Restaurants
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1 - 100 Employee
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Trainer/Server
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Jan 1998 - Jan 2002
Effectively communicated with management, chefs and culinary staff to fulfill any issues or needs requested by guests and employees Attended daily pre meal communication meetings Followed all health and safety regulation Described dinner features to guests as needed (including changes and additions) Kept up on all upcoming orders and status of tables expecting food Assisted in keeping expediter station and kitchen stocked with plates, plate wipes, etc. throughout service Examined and ensured that chef approved all dishes before going to table Wiped edges and rims of plates clean and free of smudges, sauces and fingerprints Show less
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Bakers Asst/Day Care Cook/Prep Cook
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Oct 1992 - Oct 1998
Set up and broke down breakfast and lunch salad bar Set up and broke down steam tables for six different stations Conferred with chef daily regarding menu for day care clients Prepared and cooked daily menu for day care following Motorola and government standards and guidelines Set up, baked and displayed pastry station daily Prepared food in accordance with sanitary regulation, and assisted in serving meals to 10,000 employees as necessary and on timely basis Assisted in various special event preparations Documented all products that were stocked and assisted with invoices. Show less
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Education
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2004 - 2006
Roosevelt University
Bachelors, Paralegal Studies -
2015 - 2015
Chicago Mandarin Chinese Center
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2004 - 2006
Roosevelt University
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Law -
2002 - 2004
College of DuPage
none, Pre-Law Studies -
1974 - 1976
Second City Improvisation
Theater/Theater, 3.5 -
1968 - 1972
Downers Grove North High School
General, General
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