Legal Assistant

TYLER SAVERY

Email : **********@*****.***

US Contact: +1-301-***-****

Damascus, MD

PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY

I am a skilled Legal Assistant interested in the continuous expansion of my knowledge. I currently hold a Bachelor of Arts with specification in Criminal Justice and I aspire to one day change the dynamics of the court systems as well as the policing system to create a program to aid with the enormous case backlog in our justice system. Along with these goals, I would also want to ensure that there is enhanced security in the existence and continuation of humanity.

I have three (3) solid years of experience in aiding Attorneys with preparation post and preceding hearings, applications, and mediations before the courts. I am an avid multitasker and great at prioritizing tasks to complete projects on a timely basis. I am goal-oriented and efficient in providing administrative support to legal departments with a focus on document management with demonstrated ability in interpreting legal documents, policies, and contracts.

WORK HISTORY

LEGAL ASSISTANT (PROMOTED), 08/2020 to 2023

ATTORNEY GENERAL'S MINISTRY

In this role I am responsible for the preparation of Case Files for incoming civil proceedings being brought against the Government and its Agents.

Liaising closely with the Supreme Court personnel, Registrars and Justices responsible for the various sections within the Supreme Court hierarchy.

Liaising with the Court of Appeal and the Caribbean Court of Justice for matters holding higher precedence.

Communication with the agents to gain information for claims being brought against the Attorney General and further file documents such as Affidavits, Submissions and Extensions to the Courts e-filing system as well as forwarding a physical copy of documents filed to the court. ADMINISTRATIVE CLERK (ENTRY POSITION), 07/2018 - 07/2020 ATTORNEY GENERAL’S MINISTRY

In this position I was responsible for the daily administrative requests from individuals that were employed under the Main ministry and its external offices.

Maintenance of records for professional and administrative staff such as vacation leave and sick leave balances.

Keep employee files up to date in relation to requests for promotions, application for educational time off or financial assistance from the Ministry of Finance. Preparation of files for individuals that are demitting office after years of service for pension and retirement request that must be forwarded to the Accountant General’s Office. HEAD OF DEPARTMENT, 02/2016 - 03/2018

JUNGLE SEA VENTURES LTD. – Hopkins Village

Motivated associates to consistently deliver effective selling behaviors through coaching and recognition. Liaised with sales, marketing, and management teams to develop solutions and accomplish shared objectives.

Maintained clean, adequately stocked, and organized store by streamlining daily operations and introducing new procedures.

Reduced process bottlenecks by training and coaching employees on practices, procedures, and performance strategies.

PROCUREMENT OFFICER/DRIVE/ FOOD & BEVERAGE MANAGER, 01/2014 - 01/2016 DARKNIGHT CAVE TUBING

Creating a list of Operational necessities per week and placing orders, picking up, loading, and delivering goods to the establishment upon purchase completion.

Daily running of restaurant and Bar and ensuring customers are satisfied with service and staff performance.

EDUCATION

BACHELOR OF ARTS: Criminal Justice

GALEN UNIVERSITY

Graduated: July 2022

ASSOCIATE DEGREE

STANN CREEK ECUMENICAL JUNIOR COLLEGE

Graduated: June 2010

HIGH SCHOOL DIPLOMA

STANN CREEK ECUMENICAL HIGH SCHOOL (Belize)

Graduated: June 2008

Studies based in Business Management and Tourism Management.

Obtained Certificates in Front Desk Operation, Customer Relations, Culinary Arts, Restaurant and Banquet certifications and Food and Beverage Management SKILLS

Clean driving record. Ability to operate automatic and manual transmissions.

10+ years Sewing experience/Upholstery experience.

Project Management Abilities

Proposal and bid writing.

Critical Thinking

Legal Research and Writing Problem-Solving Ability

Customer Service

ACCOMPLISHMENTS

Promoted to Legal Assistant within two years of administrative employment position.

Certificate in Legal Research and Writing (2019) ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

8 CARIBBEAN EDUCATION EXAMINATION PASSES

GRADES (1-3)

BACHELOR’S DEGREE EARNED WITH ABOVE (3.0) AVERAGE LANGUAGES

Native language: ENGLISH

Other Languages: SPANISH (ENTRY LEVEL)

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