Legal Assistant Court Clerk
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aduwho@r.postjobfree.com
Tacoma, wa 98387
PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY
Hardworking driver with customer skills dealing with people of many different backgrounds and lifestyles, focused on completing work quickly to consistently exceed targets. Reliable team member accustomed to taking on challenging tasks. Dedicated to business success.
SKILLS
Microsoft Office Research and data collection
Case summaries Legal case files
Client support File pleadings
Prepare exhibits Legal document preparation
EXPERIENCE
Senior Legal Assistant, Federal Govt/SSA, Aug 2010 Current, Tacoma, WA Examined, prepared, and processed variety of technical pleadings, motions, and complaints.
Produced variety of written documents and materials using wide range of office software applications.
Reviewed case file and responsive documents for information with potential to influence case strategy.
Assembled exhibits, affidavits, and other legal documents. Exhibited exemplary client focus by responding promptly to phone and email requests.
Collected online legal and non-legal data to support cases assigned. Prepared summaries of cases and recommended alternatives and solutions. Maintained closing checklists and conducted due-diligence investigations. Gathered information and data for use by administrative law judges in preparing for cases and hearings.
Organized the supporting materials and prepared exhibits for hearings Litigation Legal Assistant, Law Office of Greene & Lloyd, PLLC, Jan 2008 Sep 2010, Puyallup, WA
Proofread documents to identify errors and promote accuracy. Prepared binders and CDs for closing sets of completed transactions. Exhibited exemplary client focus by responding promptly to phone and email requests.
Processed filing of court documents and collated evidence and other legal DE
documents for case files.
Authored legal documents like briefs, contracts and wills on behalf of clients or to support case litigation.
Wrote affidavits and other supporting documentation to assist with litigation and immigration cases.
Lead Paralegal / Co-owner, Elliott & AssociAtes, Jan 2005 Sep 2010, Tacoma,, WA Developed search criteria and searched company databases for materials and information needed to respond to discovery and defend matters. Proofread and cite checked legal briefs, memoranda, and other legal documents. Examined, prepared, and processed variety of technical pleadings, motions, and complaints.
Assembled exhibits, affidavits, and other legal documents. Tracked filing, hearing, and trials dates and scheduled conferences and interviews. Readied statement of accounts for billing clients by calculating staff hours. Wrote affidavits and other supporting documentation to assist with Family law & administrative law cases
Senior Legal Assistant, Law Officees of Green & Lloyd, PLLC, Jun 2004 Sep 2005, Puyallup, WA
Same as above
Reviewed case file and responsive documents for information with potential to influence case strategy.
Fulfilled discovery obligations and prepared matters for trial. Produced variety of written documents and materials using wide range of office software applications.
Organized the supporting materials and prepared exhibits for trial cases. Authored legal documents like briefs, contracts and wills on behalf of clients or to support case litigation.
Criminal Paralegal, Silverthorne Law Office, Jan 2003 Dec 2004 Set up and maintained integrity of file management systems with appropriate classifications, arrangements, and storage formats. Assembled and filed motions, briefs, and required case documents in state and federal courts.
Coordinated with attorneys on discovery requests and other complex projects. Assisted with research and resolution of legal complaints. Communicated with clients and witnesses to schedule meetings, interviews, and depositions.
Maintained confidentiality of litigation, negotiations for settlement, and depositions. Gathered information and data for use by attorneys in preparing for cases and hearings.
Processed filing of court documents and collated evidence and other legal documents for case files.
Prepared summaries of cases and recommended alternatives and solutions. Researched related statutes, decisions and codes to support each case. Authored legal documents like briefs, contracts and wills on behalf of clients or to support case litigation.
Coordinated the timely and accurate filing of court pleadings with the court clerk. Organized the supporting materials and prepared exhibits for trial cases. Legal Assistant, Law Offices of Greene & LLoyd, PL:LC, Jan 2002 Jun 2003, Puyallup, WA SAME AS ABOVE
Interstate Long Haul Truck Driver, various employers and owner several tractors leased to trucking companies, Jun 1970 Jun 1999, Tacoma, WA Transported items to destinations within schedule guidelines to satisfy customers' needs.
Operated specialized transportation equipment to haul deliveries to destinations. Assisted in loading, unloading, and ensuring that freight was ready for long-distance transport.
Recognized by management for achieving efficient, cost-effective transportation operations.
Awarded safe driving award for one million miles of accident-free trucking operations and one million miles with no freight damage
Delivered fuel to service stations and oversaw refueling to meet flammable and hazardous materials regulations.
Completed deliveries within specified timeframes for assigned tasks. Operated equipment such as forklifts and pallet jacks to move loads onto and off the vehicle.
Safely transported dangerous goods by complying with the applicable safety standards.
Drove trucks with capacity over 150,000 lbs to transport and deliver products such as machinery and equipment
Prevented cargo shifting by securing loads with ropes, covers and chains. Planned smooth vehicle routes to minimize delivery delays. Checked the mechanical, safety and emergency equipment on each vehicle before leaving the distribution center.
Maintained good working relationship with co-workers and management. Communicated with the facility crew to smoothly maneuver the vehicle into the optimal position for loading or unloading.
Limo Driver, James & Olsen Limo Service, Feb 1967 Dec 1970, Minneapolis, MN Coordinated routes for planned events, minimizing traffic interruptions and selecting less-populated drop-offs.
Traveled to movie premieres and black-tie events, leveraging industry knowledge to access favorable pick-up and drop-off locations
Operated with discretion to transport passengers privately, avoiding press and crowds with strategic navigation.
Assisted passengers with belongings, providing locked safe for valuables. Inspected vehicles prior to occupancy by verifying cleanliness and fully stocking fridge and bar areas.
Maintained records of all trips, number of passengers, destinations, and arrival times in a paper log book
Jun 2002
Inspected limo to foster consistently flawless interior and exterior appearance, and reliable operations.
Built friendly yet professional rapport with clients, offering casual conversation when engaged.
Assisted passengers with entering and exiting vehicles and carrying luggage. Maintained full supply of amenities, including bottled water, ice, and champagne. Washed, vacuumed, and polished vehicles to maintain attractive conditions. Modified appointments, routes and schedules to adapt to changing client requirements and weather conditions.
provided transportation services to celebrities, including pick up and drop off at airport and transportation to and from other functions. maintained on call during their entire stay in Mpls/St Paul.
Engineman Third Class, US Navy, Oct 1963 Feb 1967 Documented engineering activities, including machine operations and breakdowns. Monitored equipment when underway to detect and correct basic abnormalities and notifying senior crew about more advanced issues.
Performed regular emergency drills in preparation for different types of situations. Handled regular vessel maintenance and repairs, including fixing leaks and repainting structures.
Controlled operation of ship engines to provide power for captain's speed and directional orders.
Completed regular upkeep and repairs on ship engines and related equipment. Followed established guidelines and procedures.
Completed all assigned tasks prior to shift end.
Kept work area organized and clutter-free.
Explosive Ordnance Disposal Technician, US Navy, Oct 1963 Feb 1967 Managed explosives inventory, storing hazardous items in accordance with safety procedures.
Tied primacord into main lines to design and execute specific blast patterns. Inspected blast sites to determine required type and quantity of explosives. Observed control panels and listened for audible confirmation of detonations. Arranged and detonated explosive charges to demolish structures. Reviewed blast site to mark charge hole depths and locations. Communicated with crew members to verify all personnel exit blast sites prior to explosions.
Volunteered for and tackled new assignments and tasks to ease staff member burden. Required minimal oversight to complete job tasks, meeting all deadlines and goals. EDUCATION
Bachelor of Arts, Criminal Justice / Pre-Law with honors Evergreen State College Tacoma, WA
Graduated with honors.
Member, Phi Beta Kappa.
Jun 2000
President, Student Government
Awarded a Bachelor of Arts degree
Associate in Paralegal Studies, Law and law office management Pierce College Stilacoom, WA
Graduated with honors.
Member, Phi Beta Kappa.
President, Student Government.
Awarded an Associate's Degree in Paralegal Studies GPA 3.87
Candidate for JD - Completed first year, Law
Concord Law School
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