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ALYSA GOODFELLOW

Vancouver,WA

Summary

Experienced legal assistant skilled in providing comprehensive administrative support to legal teams and law offices. Proficient in preparing a wide range of legal documents, such as subpoenas and motions, on behalf of lawyers. Adept at maintaining office efficiency by promptly answering phones, tracking appointments, and coordinating schedules. Committed to delivering exceptional client service, consistently going above and beyond to assist clients, provide accurate answers, and resolve issues. Highly regarded for efficient work practices and being a supportive team player.

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience

Work History

Paraprofessional

Vancouver School District
12.2024 - Current
  • Oversaw students in classroom and common areas to monitor, enforce rules, and support lead teacher.
  • Supervised students during non-instructional periods such as lunch, recess, or field trips, ensuring safety at all times.
  • Enhanced student support by delivering one-on-one and small group assistance in various subjects.
  • Supported special education teachers in implementing accommodations and modifications for students with diverse learning needs.

Tailored lesson plans for students with emotional and cognitive disabilities.

Legal Assistant

Keating Jones Hughes, P.C.
02.2023 - 12.2024
  • Filed court documents and legal pleadings with court clerk on behalf of attorneys.
  • Scheduled appointments, court appearances and depositions for busy law firm.
  • Worked alongside attorneys, administrative assistants and fellow legal assistants on complex cases and legal processes.
  • Developed positive working relationship with courts, clients, law enforcement members and attorneys.
  • Prepared for trials, conducting legal research and drafting pleadings.
  • Reviewed, edited and proofread legislation drafts for proper grammar, spelling, punctuation and formatting.

Legal Assistant

Maune, Raichle, Hartley, Mudd & French, LLC
11.2022 - 02.2023
  • Handled office scheduling and made notes for deadlines, motions and other important dates.
  • Scheduled appointments, court appearances and depositions for busy law firm.
  • Worked alongside attorneys, administrative assistants and fellow legal assistants on complex cases and legal processes.
  • Managed accounts and client records of clients, observing confidentiality and extreme discretion.

Legal Assistant

Reynolds Defense Firm-Specialized In DUII Defense
06.2019 - 07.2022
  • Reviewed case file and responsive documents for information with potential to influence case strategy
  • Produced variety of written documents and materials using wide range of office software applications
  • Assembled exhibits, affidavits, and other legal documents
  • Took client calls and scheduled client meetings and prepared meeting documents and minutes
  • Managed caseload of 34-100 active cases
  • Proofread legal documents, contracts, and correspondence for legal team
  • Processed filing of court documents and collated evidence and other legal documents for case files

Receptionist

Reynolds Defense Firm
03.2019 - 07.2019
  • Greeted incoming visitors and clients professionally and provided friendly, knowledgeable assistance
  • Kept reception area clean and neat to give visitors positive first impression
  • Confirmed appointments, communicated with all incoming and potential clients and updated client records
  • Answered central telephone system and directed calls accordingly
  • Responded to inquiries from callers seeking information
  • Set appointments
  • Assisted with potential new clients to get them information and appointments to talk about how our firm can help

SHIFT LEADER

Black Rock Coffee Bar
06.2018 - 03.2019
  • Prepared shift reports, keeping management informed of daily operations
  • Supervised department employees and monitored equipment to support functionality
  • Implemented solutions or resolved credit issues with customers
  • Delegated tasks, communicated expectations, and directed workflows to improve performance
  • Managed operations during shift, with total awareness of activities of employees and customers

Education

ASSOCIATE OF ARTS - POLITICAL SCIENCE

Portland Community College
Portland, OR

Skills

  • Legal Correspondence
  • Trial Preparation Assistance
  • Filing System Organization
  • Assisted an Average of Four Attorneys
  • Legal Research
  • Court Document Filing
  • Motion Preparation
  • Drafting Legal Documents
  • Litigation Support
  • Criminal Law
  • Civil Proceedings
  • Microsoft Office, and Docusign
  • Insurance Defense

Timeline

Paraprofessional

Vancouver School District
12.2024 - Current

Legal Assistant

Keating Jones Hughes, P.C.
02.2023 - 12.2024

Legal Assistant

Maune, Raichle, Hartley, Mudd & French, LLC
11.2022 - 02.2023

Legal Assistant

Reynolds Defense Firm-Specialized In DUII Defense
06.2019 - 07.2022

Receptionist

Reynolds Defense Firm
03.2019 - 07.2019

SHIFT LEADER

Black Rock Coffee Bar
06.2018 - 03.2019

ASSOCIATE OF ARTS - POLITICAL SCIENCE

Portland Community College
ALYSA GOODFELLOW