I fix all older versions of Timeslips because if you call Sage they will just force you to upgrade. I also fix general computer virus and file clean up, speed up, fix any errors for Windows all versions, Mac OSX. I will remote connect, work with you, and not charge you until problem is fixed. If not fixed for some reason out of my control, you don't pay me but you will at least know what the problem is (or possibilities) and how to get further help - like a free consult! I use logmein for my connection tool.

I have been working virtually from a well-equipped office since the infrastructure and supportive technology existed. Currently, I maintain and support about 5-6 small business owners; most of my clients have been working with me for over a decade and are now retiring soon which opens new doors for change and challenge! I am looking forward to new long-term relationships. CMS, CRM, membership management and administration, project administration, and non-profit organization support are examples of my skills.

I've been on the cutting edge web technologies since 1994. I am an JOOMLA and Wordpress (plus other CMS and CRM platforms such as WildApricot) expert. I use traditional webmaster tools (Dreamweaver, Adobe Suites, etc.) on a LAMP platform as well as online website creation tools. I enjoy the creativity, writing, and deep involvement in presenting my client's business to the world, including site design, logos, tag lines, marketing messages, forms, etc. WildApricot is my latest challenge having implemented an entirely new membership (licensing) site which includes AR reporting functions, automatic emails based on each "step" of the membership process, and maintenance.

In the past, I have been certified in Timeslips, MS Office, Peachtree, Quickbooks, and other commonly used applications. I have formerly trained in Lexis, Prolaw, and Amicus, and more. I combine my law office/paralegal practical experience and employment with my technology expertise, troubleshooting and problem-solving. I am currently focused on consulting, needs assessment, and implementation of technology based on specific goals and projects.

Computers, computers, everything computers! My least favorite part was crawling through ceilings dropping CAT5 cable and I am glad I don't do that anymore. But, honestly, I will miss the days of showing up in an office building and people tracking me down to ask a lot of computer questions (especially when I knew the answer!). I enjoyed helping people with computer problem solving (being the people pleaser type I am). Sharing my tech knowledge, whether paid or not, has been a real happiness factor for many years.

I have used my technical knowledge over the years to assist various corporate HR and "headhunter" firms. I enjoy the hunt and especially feel gratified when just the right person is hired! I work behind the scenes as the initial sourcing person who then works directly with the hiring managers. It's a win-win arrangement.

"Greening" of the Board using technology plus standard office procedures was the mission. I operated this licensing board from my office and virtually connected with court personnel, court reporters and monitors, and the board members. This temporary contract engaged all of my acquired skills from financial operations to web technology. Contract ends 12/31/13 with bonus.I enjoyed using all of my skills from managing day-to-day operations, financial and banking, membership management, customer service, database administration, to website design, programming, workflow/forms design, research and more. I also facilitated confidential complaint processes, board meetings, and audits. I spearheaded the conversion from a paper-oriented business and licensing operation. A primary activity was research, testing, implementing online and cloud-based services to provide a range of functions. For example, I tested various membership plug-ins and modules (Wordpress, Joomla, Drupal) and full-range membership/association online systems and chose the one that offered "the most bang for the buck." Once I settled on WildApricot, I quickly and thoroughly taught myself how to use the backend/frontend modules, reports, API, custom scripts, import/export functions, and proceeded to set up the workflow, database fields, forms, email responses, as well as integrate with a new paypal account. Having met the challenges of the Board to streamline all processes and create a "self-serve" environment, I am now ready to take on similar projects and/or services.Other skills used:Serve as technical liaison and subject matter expert in customer interactions.Define systems scope and objectives, identify systems interfaces.Develop innovative solutions taking into consideration privacy, security, performance, scalability and availability.Review technical specifications and design, develop and enhance software programs and applications.Investigate new technologies and make recommendations.

Process applications online, record fees and dues, update membership database, manage all aspects of membership website and functions. Populate forms, instructions, and workflow on website based membership/association system (CMS). Process payments and financial reports from various sources, including online payment systems. Handle all banking and finance responsibilities, including creating budgets and audit assistance. Use Quickbooks Pro for accounts payable, accounts receivable, accounting and reporting. Provide customer service and support via email and telephone to assist members in renewing, paying fees, complying with continuing education requirements, and general inquiries.

Helping people recognize their skills and professionally presenting their strengths is something I love to do. Somewhat of a career counselor , I Interview job hunters to extrapolate career interests, dreams, goals, education, experience, skills, and transferable skills. Next, I design, write, produce, publish, and submit their resume to targeted potential employers. I enjoy helping people realize the value and marketability of their skills and experiences, framing them in the most advantageous way possible. I have worked with headhunters and executive recruiters to source qualified candidates, edit resumes, interview and screen potential applicants.

Services range from deposition transcription, summarizing, proofreading, pleadings, correspondence, calendaring, drafting legal documents to supporting technology use, training, configuration, best practices for in-house paralegals, etc. Worked in various legal areas e.g. family law, bankruptcy, personal injury, wills & estates, tax law, real estate. I believe in accuracy and getting things done on time. One of my favorite responsibilities was going to court as litigation paralegal support for a legal team (or lawyer), preparing for trial, and the whole trial process (including interviewing and preparing potential experts and other witnesses).

Sage Timeslips consultant working with many lawyers and law firms to install, upgrade, configure, train, and support Timeslips time and billing application.

IT support, trainer, software and hardware support, paralegal support, website, marketing support for articles and syndication/distribution, friend. Designed and coded a website for Paskind in 1997.

Work with IT/IS team members in the design, coordination, problem-solving and site planning for a university start-up in Zambia. Lead team in gathering information about Zambia's internet access, bandwidth needs assessment, options for satellite and terrestrial equipment. Worked with architect in Zambia to accommodate CAT5 cabling needs. Helped team choose hardware, software, shipping options to Zambia.

IT support, network support, Timeslips invoicing and reconciliation (printing, billing, mailing), computer trainer.

Provided remote office and legal assistance and office administration for entertainment/intellectual property rights lawyer. Also provided collections for Sun Bank delinquent accounts. Took care of bookkeeping, taxes, budgeting, financial reporting.

Webmaster, audio conversions/embedding, photography for website, HTML coding

Manage law office, implement technology, legal research, paralegal duties (interview witnesses, locate experts), bookkeeping, legal secretary, right arm. I worked partly from my home office but commuted to Santa Fe 3 times a week. [ I learned about water law, water rights, and how the State engineers office works. ]

I invented the "wearable" wrist protection for keyboard and calculator users. After designing and finding the right seamtresses, selling a batch to the Tony Lama Boot Company and individual office people I knew, I gave up - I found out I'm not a production and marketing person. Besides, the patenting process was just too expensive. Now, I see similar products on the shelves - oh well, missed one!

You might have noticed that I am a skill and knowledge "collector!" I worked for a high-profile divorce lawyer, a judge, and a tax lawyer. Although it may seem as though I am easily "bored" with one job, that's not necessarily the case. I was juggling single motherhood, jobs, and new job offers in order to maintain balance and sanity. I think I did a pretty good "job" at that. Now, I'll be juggling retirement goals (another 15 years from now) and maybe a grandchild or two someday while currently practicing the "sandwich generation" role of taking care of elderly parents.An important role in an office is ACCURATE record keeping, filing, updating lists of business and client contacts, knowing when to renew licenses, how to account for various types of expenditures, obtaining proper authorizations and signatures, being able to do record searches, conflict of interest checks, and a thousand other "little tasks" that add up to a smooth running business.

As a classroom instructor, I collaborated with the principal contractors to deliver technology training to area businesses struggling to keep up with fast-paced technology innovations (hardware, software, utilization). I instructed and trained a wide range of individuals with varying capabilities, expectations, ages and personalities.

Staying at least one step ahead of my students was challenging because this new private technical college did not have developed curriculum (which I ended up creating for my students). I taught basic computer knowledge courses, spreadsheet application, word processing and office management skills. This involved group and individual teaching, grading, testing, scoring, and final student evaluations and certifications. I also developed and co-developed curriculum.San Diego based private college, Muir Tech, was founded in 1984; Filed Bankruptcy /Defunct 1989.

I instructed my students in office procedures while teaching them how to use a variety of "word processing computers" - the emerging business technology of the time. Dictaphone word processors - does anyone remember those? How about Wang, IBM, and other emerging office automation companies? Most significantly, I met my "mum downunder" and her family and had the privilege of assisting her husband edit and publish his doctorate's dissertation in multi-cultural education. Testing, evaluation, curriculum developing, grading, and certificate awards were part of my job as a college instructor. I always had at least one teacher's aide to help in my classroom.I reported to Jackie Sanders, head/dean of Business Occupations Division.

My main position was Data Processing/Word Processing Manager (BASIC4 computer systems) and to assist the controller in all areas of managing the business. I assisted with HR, payroll, AR, AP, and all tax reporting and auditing functions. I especially enjoyed being the one who handed out the paychecks - always a great day! My office was, at one time, a sound engineering studio and I loved the design with a "control room" as my main office.Since the owners were also horse training people, I had the privilege of adding "horse stable manager" to my list of varied duties. I helped organize the entire first annual Arabian Horse Show in Albuquerque. What a bonus job!Another adjunct business was apartment rentals/property management. I can't say I enjoyed property management although I was good at it. Keeping up with maintenance schedules and emergencies, renting and leasing relationships, legalities, and handling complaints with tact and response was very challenging for me.

I was hired "sight unseen" to assist in establishing a new law practice in California. I ended up actually living with one of the lawyers and his wife in Laguna Beach (suffering empty nest syndrome), just a block from the ocean - what a treat! Although it was an opportunity and a privilege, I missed New Mexico.

My favorite part of this job was exploring all of the available computer technology, cost-benefit analysis, planning and reporting my recommendations to the Board for implementation. I also enjoyed creating work flow processes and training incoming new lawyers to work with the Word Processing department effectively and efficiently. I was trained as a paralegal and also as a "floater" working with all the various legal departments and specialties. It was a great job with significant merit bonuses. Some friendship bonds I made at Modrall became "lifelong" and I am very grateful for that. Pat Spader was a wonderful teacher and supervisor.

I love medical terminology. My favorite word was salpingooopherectomy - fun to say, too. Because of my prior computer background, I was put in charge of managing the WANG computers. But, I filled in every position in the lab (floater), including patient instructions and preparation for lab tests. Listening to/transcribing autopsies for OMI was a "gripping" virtual drama; I always thought it would be interesting to investigate cause of death and forensic analysis.Remember the olden days of WANG computer systems? It was rare for "a girl" to be offered a lead in tech positions (a male dominated profession), but I also ended up cross-training for lab manager and took a keen interest in transcribing the autopsy reports as well. Learning medical terminology was a new challenge, and I have always enjoyed learning anything new.

I was chosen to attend NCR computer training in Atlanta in order to assist in the conversion to electronic data processing. After working with a team of 4 to convert the banking systems, I became the sole night auditor in charge of reconciliation of all financial transactions. One night, I forgot to close and lock the interior vaults and was met outside the bank doors by an undercover police officer wielding a gun! Never made that mistake again!

High level DoD clearance required. Do you "need to know?" My job included playing chess all night long. I like to share with younger people today how enormous the computers were with the gigantic mag tape machines, the huge "drums" that stored information in real time, and the rows upon rows of computing processing components. At that time, only government installations (mostly military), had computer technology.We made chess sets out of everything we could find. I eventually became a real "chess nut" and was the first female to join the city wide chess club in Albuquerque. Yes, I had my fair share of wins in tournaments (even beat the club president once!).