Mary J. Spain
*** ********** ***** **********, ******* 31313-1061
Phone: 912-***-****-Hm Cell: 912-***-****
E-mail: **********@***.***
OVERVIEW OF SKILLS
Professional experience in Criminal Practice and Procedures, Legal Research and Writing, Probate, and Federal Administrative Law. Examines, prepares and processes a variety of technical legal documents which are characteristically voluminous and complex in format.Reviews incoming material and determines the need for assembly and preparation of a variety of legal documents, e.g., complaints, motions, orders, answers, pleadings, and subpoenas.Obtains needed information from files, law enforcement agencies, or other sources and submits completed legal documents to the appropriate courts.In preparation of documents, considers the nature and the status of the case involved.Excellent communication and organizational skills. Proven ability to work efficiently and effectively under pressure.
Employment
Dyncorp International Camp Stone, Afghanistan/Camp Leatherneck
Material Control Supervisor/LogCap IV October 2009 to November 2011 Perform administrative and supervisory functions directing the activities of multi-facility supply (Class IV) parts Materials yard. Manage, plan, and direct the requisitioning and issuing of all commodities and materials that are required to operate supply material facilities. Provide oversight and management for over 100 Third Country Nationals, assigning and reviewing work performed and maintaining order. Coordinate requisitioning, storing and issuing of materials using Dyn-mro software applications. Supervise periodic inventory of all stock, and participates in the development and implementation of inventory control procedures and practices at materials yard.Plan and execute a minimum/maximum inventory system. Establish and maintain effective working relationship with the general public, co-workers, elected and appointed officials and members of diverse cultural and linguistic backgrounds.Review and implement directives, policies, procedures, and programs affecting acquisition, distribution, redistribution, supply and maintenance support, readiness, and disposition of major items and related support equipment.Upheld regulations and policies to provide guidance on problem resolution to management and subordinate units on logistical issues.
Assistant District Attorney’s Office Savannah, Georgia
Legal Clerk November 2006 to February 2007Performed a range of automated data entry clerical tasks of routine difficulty, which required the application of independent judgment and general data processing and clerical knowledge. Assisted the public by phone and in person.Performed background checks on inmates, utilizing the Georgia Criminal Justice Information System Network.
Sage Brown & Associates Savannah, Georgia
Paralegal/Office Manager October 1999 to December 2001 Performed administrative and office management functions supporting the operations of a law firm for three attorney’s. Provided assistance to three attorneys in trial preparation by performing duties such as compiling trial notebooks, updating court dockets, and preparing pleadings, pretrial motions, discovery responses, interviewing witnesses and setting up power point exhibits Provided oversight and management of two additional paralegals. Utilized stamp machines, fax, copier, printers and computer. Type 50 wpm.Reviewed and compiled medical records, and Wills.Drafted and filed court documents, interviewed clients and assisted in compiling legal briefs.Skilled in analyzing reports and other data to perform investigative services. Performed Notary operations and legal research (Westlaw).Received, routed, and handled incoming and outgoing controlled and routine correspondence, reports, memoranda and other forms of written communication.
Chatham County Sherriff’s Department Savannah, Georgia
Paralegal Intern August 1998 to September 1999 Performed legal research utilizing automated and manual procedures of legal library. Draft documents, and gathered statistical information on penal institutions.
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Marne Welcome Center Fort Stewart, GA
Receptionist January 1997 to May 1998 Served as the Marne Welcome Center contact for all incoming enlisted and officer personnel to Ft. Stewart/Hunter Army Airfield. Responsible for the timely processing of information in personnel assignment packets were accurate IAW army regulations.
United States Army Fort Hood, Texas
Personnel Administration February 1990 to January 1994 Served as principal specialist on military personnel management and administrative matters for the HHC 1st Med Group S-4 section. Responsible for providing guidance and assistance to upper and lower management personnel. Managed the S-4 activities of assigned military personnel. Planned work on a long-range basis; set goals and objectives; established and designed a system for tracking and processing NCOER/OERs, although this was outside of assigned duties. Resolved administrative issues, and evaluated effectiveness of functions and team responsibilities. Directed promotion boards and procedures. Found and implemented solutions to eliminate or reduce backlog for OERs/NCOERs for processing. Essential in promoting team participation and improving evaluation practices. Programs included, promotion, transfer, orders, performance evaluation, awards, reporting, family care packets, management, DEERS, and personnel records and reports.Tracked and edited correspondence, letters, and repo for spelling and grammar.
EDUCATION/TRAINING
(Diploma) 92A (Military) Automated Logistics Management Specialist50 Semester hrs in Management Supervision Development2 Year - Paralegal- Armstrong Atlantic State University (Graduate)(36.0 CEUs)50 Semester hrs, North Central Institute-General StudiesPersonnel Actions Center OperationsStandard Army Management Information System (STAMIS)Secret Clearance (Active)
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