John T. Vance

**** ********* *** ************, ** 46218

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www.linkedin.com/in/john-vance-paralegal

Objective

A full time position that will allow me to further my skills within a growing organization

Experience

2022-Present

Paralegal • Criminal Misdemeanor Courts • Marion County Public Defender Agency

1995-2022

Legal Research Assistant• Researcher • Freelance

2012–2022

Electronic Prepress• Lead Prepress Operator and Graphic Designer • State of Indiana

2010–2012

Administrative Assistant• Personal Assistant• State of Indiana

Education

United States Department of Labor, Washington, DC

●Apprenticeship, Inspector, Quality Assurance (4,000 hours)

●Apprenticeship, Electronic Prepress Operator (10,000 hours)

●Apprenticeship, Office Manager/Administrative Assistant (3,000 hours)

Grace College and Theological Seminary, Winona Lake, IN

●Bachelor of Science, Organizational Management, magna cum laude

Ball State University, Muncie, IN

●Associate of Arts, General Studies

Indiana Department of Correction

●Lady Justice Legal Training

Blackstone School of Law, Allentown, PA

●Paralegal Studies

Indiana Department of Education, Indianapolis, IN

●Computer Business Applications

●General Education Diploma

Computer Skills

I have 1,000+ hours of computer training, and I am proficient in Microsoft Office and Adobe programs.

Achievements

I received a Certificate of Achievement from the Indiana State Senate for exceptional educational achievements.

From a Graphic Design standpoint, I have designed vehicle wraps for the Indiana Department of Homeland Security and the Indiana State Police. Other notable designs include a pocket folder for the Governor’s Task force

Leadership

Active Member of the Sons of The American Legion. Served on the Executive Committee for three years.

Part of the Leadership for Fortress Emmanuel Spiritual Training Center in Carlisle, IN.

Helped to organize fundraisers for charitable organizations, such as Dugger Community School Corporation, Sunshine Pantry, Riley’s Children’s Hospital, Toys for Tots, Operation Comfort Warrior, and Special Olympics.

I have been privileged to be able to provide tutoring, mentorship, and legal research assistance to the men in my community

References

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