Suzzette Slattery

Experience

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  Morris, Hardwick, & Schneider

  Dec 2009 - Aug 2011

  Foreclosure Team Lead

  Managed a team of three individuals. Audited files to ensure completeness and accuracy. Reviewed matters to verify all deadlines were met and work was completed efficiently. Reviewed document preparation and case management practices to increase efficiency.

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  Hines & Allen Law Office

  Aug 2011 - Sept 2014

  Paralegal / Office Manager

  Only employee for a Solo Practitioner. Evaluated the current office management processes and researched methods to increase efficiency.Real Estate: Reviewed contracts and drafted initial Attorney Approval Letters. Reviewed title history, UCC searches, Certificates of Good Standing, and surveys. Prepared title insurance binders, deeds, and title and transfer documents for residential and commercial transactions. Prepared and finalized HUD-1 Settlement Statements and Closing Statements. Scheduled real estate closings and confirmed transaction arrangements.Estate Planning and Probate: Prepared Last Will and Testaments, Living Wills, Health Care Proxies, Power of Attorneys and Trust documents. Prepared Probate Petitions and supporting documents for filing with the Surrogate’s Court.Business: Prepared and filed initial business organization documents with the Secretary of State. Prepared business meeting minutes and updated Corporate Record Books. Show less

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  Perkins Coie LLP

  Nov 2014 - Sept 2016

  Junior Patent Paralegal/Paralegal Assistant

  Prepare and submit patent prosecution documents to the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office. Effectively communicate patent application status to clients. Maintain prior art records database.

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  Stewart Title

  Sept 2016 - now

  Review residential and commercial real estate contracts. Review title commitments and clear encumbrances. Prepare closing documents including transfer and encumbrance documents. Prepare and balance settlement statements. Receive and disburse closing funds. Open new title and escrow files. Send initial communications to clients. Order mortgage, homeowners association, and utility payoffs. Support a senior escrow officer. Prepare documents and fees in preparation for closing. Receive and disburse closing funds.

  • Escrow Officer/LPO

    Mar 2018 - now

  • Escrow Assistant

    Sept 2016 - Mar 2018