Katherine G. Farrell
Mansfield
Summary
Versatile and dynamic professional with extensive experience in legal and administrative roles, notably at Nixon Peabody. Excelled in document management and client relations, showcasing adaptability and strong communication skills. Proven track record of enhancing office operations and improving workflow efficiency through meticulous attention to detail and proactive team collaboration.
Overview
27
27
years of professional experience
Work History
Operations Administrative Assistant
Gray, Gray & Gray, LLP
Canton
05.2023 - Current
- Handles front office operations effectively.
- Coordinates catered events
- Monitors voicemail and fax message systems.
- Provided support to clients.
- Managed inventory of office supplies.
- Managed interactions to ensure smooth vendor relations.
- Ensured accurate expense report reconciliation.
- Assists Human Resources, Internal Accounting, and Tax Operations.
Legal Secretary
Nixon Peabody
Boston
02.2025 - 03.2025
- Supported the production of estate planning documents
- Edited and reviewed legal documents.
- Oversaw client billing process
- Leveraged transcription skills for efficient preparation of all invoices, documents and correspondence
- Drafted timesheets from written copy
- Maintained busy office calendar
- Notary and Witness in and out of office
Legal Secretary/Office Manager
LAW OFFICE OF GREGORY BOYER
Providence
09.2019 - 01.2020
- Handled injury and compensation claims for workplace accidents.
- Scheduled and managed court dates efficiently.
- Oversaw efficient documentation submission for court cases.
- Handled incoming calls with prompt and effective communication.
Legal Assistant
GELERMAN AND CABRAL, LLC
Norwood
01.2015 - 01.2017
- Ensured accuracy and completeness in precluding and post-closing real estate document preparation
- Created closing packages binders for lenders and buyer/seller
- Prepared closingdisbursements from IOLTA account to appropriate parties
- Assisted in reviewing IOLTA account
- Recorded documents with Registry of Deeds and Land Court
- Assisted with document preparation for eviction filings process along with coordinating service of same
- Calendaring court dates and client meetings
- Prepared and submitted corporate organization documents with Secretary of State along with annual filings
- Handled phone communications efficiently to support clients and attorney needs.
Office Manager - Raynham, MA Office
Parent, McLaughlin & Nangle, CPA's, Inc.
Boston
09.1998 - 01.2015
- Served as administrative assistant to Managing Partner. (during his 2 year term in Boston)
- Managed operations in Raynham satellite office.
- Formatting of financial statements .
- Handled tax return processing with accuracy and attention to detail.
- Drafted and customized engagement letters for clients.
- Managed invoicing and payment processing with precision.
Office Manager
John T. Chipman & Co., CPA’S
Norwood
01.2013 - 01.2014
- Organized and maintained tax records for efficient accessibility.
- Tax return processing
- Ensured accurate filing and retention of e-filed forms.
- Handled accounts receivable tasks using QuickBooks effectively.
- Oversaw daily office operations and administrative functions to maintain workflow.
Education
Associate’s degree - Business Administration - Legal
Bay State College
Boston, MACoursework
Roger Williams University
High School Graduate -
Walpole High School
Skills
- Microsoft Office Suite
- Communication
- Adaptability
- Editing
- Proofreading
- Office operations
- Scheduling and planning
- Document management
- Travel arrangements
- Check processing
- Spreadsheet tracking
- Document conversion
- Sensitive material handling
- Reception duties
- Initiative-taking
- Clear communication
- Team collaboration
- Administrative procedures
Volunteer Experience
- Mansfield High School Cheerleading
- Mansfield Pop Warner Organization
- Charity Events for Cystic Fibrosis
Timeline
Legal Secretary
Nixon Peabody
02.2025 - 03.2025
Operations Administrative Assistant
Gray, Gray & Gray, LLP
05.2023 - Current
Legal Secretary/Office Manager
LAW OFFICE OF GREGORY BOYER
09.2019 - 01.2020
Legal Assistant
GELERMAN AND CABRAL, LLC
01.2015 - 01.2017
Office Manager
John T. Chipman & Co., CPA’S
01.2013 - 01.2014
Office Manager - Raynham, MA Office
Parent, McLaughlin & Nangle, CPA's, Inc.
09.1998 - 01.2015
Associate’s degree - Business Administration - Legal
Bay State College
Coursework
Roger Williams University
High School Graduate -
Walpole High School
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