Sharon A.

Frank
7112 141st Avenue Court East, Sumner WA 98390 * (253) 826-015
5 * sf5ec5a6@westpost.net

QUALIFICATIONS
Over 25 years of experience as an administrative/legal assistant with emphasis o
n and proficiency in the areas of real estate, corporate, estate planning, proba
te, and tax work (law)
Established ability to work both independently and as a team member, extremely t
horough, with attention to quality, accuracy, and details
Ability to function effectively while working and communicating with a variety o
f personality types on all levels of an organization
Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment; able to work under pressure, with
constant interruptions; able to multi-task and prioritize projects to meet dead
lines
Ability to create, organize, and maintain files in a timely manner; assist with
record retention
SKILLS

Draft, proof, revise, and finalize documents relating to real estate transaction
s, including but not limited to deeds, leases, lease modifications and addenda,
with minimal instruction
Draft, proof, revise, and finalize correspondence and documents from various sou
rces including transcription, handwritten notes or self-authored; provide copies
of all documents to necessary parties; extensive contact with clients
Computer literate (PC) with daily use of Microsoft Windows, Word and Outlook.
Additional experience using Excel, 10-Key, WordPerfect 10, Time Entry Programs,
EstateVal, and ProBate Software for preparation of Estate Tax Returns (Form 706)
; aptitude for all office equipment
VOLUNTEER WORK
American Heart Association, Tacoma, WA
Cascade Animal Protection Society, Sumner, WA
04/2005 through
10/2009
CURRAN LAW FIRM, PS (formerly Curran Mendoza PS) K
ent, WA
Position: Legal Assistant
Type of Law: Real estate, corporate, estate planning, probate,
and some litigation
Supervising Attorneys: Melvin L. Kleweno, Jr., Diana M. Zottman,
Chad Horner
02/1997 through
03/2005
PAINE, HAMBLEN, COFFIN, BROOKE & MILLER LLP Spokane, WA
Position: Legal Assistant
Type of Law: Real estate, corporate, estate planning, probate, tax, corporate,
 and some litigation
Supervising Attorneys: Seanna M. Bodholt, Fred Emry,
Stephanie R. Haug
10/1996 through
02/1997
ENG & BOT, P.S. (office was dissolved)
Spokane, WA
Position: Office Manager/Legal Assistant
Type of Law: Estate planning, probate, tax, family
Supervising Attorneys: Carol L. Eng, Melanie J. Bot
11/1994 through
10/1996
WITHERSPOON, KELLEY, DAVENPORT & TOOLE, P.S. Spokane, WA
Position: Legal Assistant
Type of Law: Real estate, securities, banking, litigation
Supervising Attorneys: Donald J. Lukes, Ned M. Barnes

Further Employment History and References are Readily Available Upon Request