Legal Administrative Specialist with 15+ Years Federal Support

KEIASHA C. CARTER

Waldorf, MD *****

Phone: 240-***-****

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

PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY

Experienced Paralegal and Legal Case Administrator with over 13 years of experience supporting federal legal operations. Specialized in case management, legal documentation, electronic filing systems, and attorney support. Proven ability to manage high-volume caseloads, track deadlines, prepare legal correspondence, and maintain compliance with federal regulations. Experienced in working within fast-paced, deadline-driven environments while maintaining confidentiality and accuracy.

WORK EXPERIENCE

Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) – Arlington, VA

Supervisory Paralegal Specialist – Claims Unit

11/2024 – 01/2025 Full-Time 40 hours/week

Supervised and trained a team of paralegals in federal case management procedures.

Managed high-volume civil and criminal case files using automated electronic filing systems.

Developed, updated, and enforced Standard Operating Procedures in compliance with CAFRA regulations.

Tracked deadlines, productivity metrics, and work assignments.

Conducted quality assurance reviews within AMP (Asset Management Program).

Served as point of contact between field divisions and Chief Counsel.

Prepared performance evaluations, status reports, and operational briefings.

Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) – Arlington, VA

Senior Paralegal Specialist / Legal Claims Analyst

04/2007 – 11/2009 Full-Time 40 hours/week

Reviewed and processed petitions and claims involving seized assets and forfeiture cases.

Drafted memoranda, legal summaries, factual analyses, and official correspondence.

Evaluated submissions for legal sufficiency, accuracy, and compliance with federal procedures.

Entered, tracked, and maintained case data in AFMS and CATS systems.

Coordinated with attorneys, federal agencies, and contractors to verify case information.

Earlier Legal Experience (Summary)

Legal Assistant / Paralegal / Administrative Roles

Federal and private legal offices 06/2004 – 03/2007

Provided litigation and administrative support to attorneys and paralegal teams.

Prepared legal documents, subpoenas, case summaries, and court filings.

Managed case calendars, client correspondence, and records.

EDUCATION

University of Maryland Global Campus – College Park, MD

Bachelor of Arts – Legal Studies / Public Policy

Expected Graduation: 12/2026

Prince George’s Community College – Largo, MD

associate degree – Paralegal Studies

Paralegal Certificate Letter of Recognition

TECHNICAL SKILLS

Electronic Case Management: AFMS, CATS, AMP

Legal Research: Westlaw, LexisNexis

Drafting & Court Filings

Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint)

Records and Database Management

PROFESSIONAL SKILLS

Case Management & Case Administration

Deadline Tracking & Docket Control

Confidential Records Handling

Quality Control & Compliance

Legal Writing & Correspondence

Attorney and Litigation Support

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