State University Support

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MIRIAM LAMAR

PROFESSIONAL PROFILE

Highly organized, analytical professional with superior goal setting, decision-making, and problem solving skills. Solid reputation for having positive impact on both internal and external support and overall productivity. Keeps pace with changes in various industries and evolving needs. Strong ability to identify, develop and sustain a network of people and other resources for tasks. Able to execute strategic initiatives in a methodical approach all while understanding and executing internal support.

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

2012 Clayton County Public Defender’s Office – Jonesboro, GA

Intern

Interviewed inmates and attended trials

Gained first-hand experience in criminal defense and client representation

Observed every aspect of criminal court proceedings for cases

Participated in trial preparation and strategy meetings with trial attorneys

Completed general legal research projects

Interviewed clients for defense lawyers

Reviewed trial records, analyzed legal issues, drafted pleadings, and attended court proceedings

Interacted with attorneys, support staff and clients

Provided clerical duties

2001 - 2006 Georgia Department of Revenue – Atlanta, GA

Financial Services Worker

Organized and filed information

Answered telephones and typed letters

Calculated and processed revenue checks

Trained staff in calculating and processing revenue checks

Practice and ensure compliance with all policies and procedures

EDUCATION

Currently Enrolled Clayton State University Morrow, GA

Paralegal Certificate (Expected May 2015)

May 2012 Clayton State University Morrow, GA

Major: Political Science

Degree: Bachelor of Science

VOLUNTEER WORK

Atlanta - Fulton Public Library

Provided clerical support to Administrative Support Team

Answered phones, filed, typed information and performed other duties as needed

ADDITIONAL SKILLS & COMPETENCIES

Microsoft Word

PowerPoint

Excel

Adobe

Access

10-Key

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