Alyssa Blevins
Garza Law Firm
Jefferson City,Tennessee
3
years of professional experience
Detail-oriented legal assistant skilled in managing case files, conducting legal research, and drafting documents. Committed to enhancing client relations and ensuring compliance with legal standards.
Work History
Criminal Defense Legal Assistant
1 Year 3 Months- Conducted legal research to support attorneys in case preparation.
- Drafted and edited legal documents, ensuring accuracy and compliance.
- Coordinated communication with clients, courts, and opposing counsel.
- Managed case files and documentation for effective legal processing.
- Monitored deadlines to ensure timely submission of legal filings.
- Provided administrative support to attorneys, enhancing overall workflow efficiency.
- Maintained strict confidentiality, protecting sensitive client information as required by legal ethics and regulations.
- Handled office scheduling and made notes for deadlines, motions, and other important dates.
- Drafted legal documents, including petitions and affidavits, ensuring compliance with family law regulations.
- Assisted in discovery processes by organizing evidence and preparing exhibits for trial presentation.
Legal Intake Specialist
1 Year 8 Months- Managed case intake process, ensuring timely documentation and compliance with legal requirements.
- Collaborated with attorneys to evaluate and prioritize potential cases based on client needs.
- Conducted initial client interviews to gather relevant information for case assessments.
- Utilized case management software to track client interactions and maintain organized records.
- Provided support in preparing legal documents and correspondence for client communication.
- Assisted in training new staff on intake procedures and best practices for client relations.
- Streamlined data entry processes, improving accuracy and reducing turnaround time for case evaluations.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Political Science And Criminology
- Honors Program
- Dean's List: Spring and fall of Junior and Senior Year
- President's Scholarship Recipient
- Thesis: The Right to Vote Denied: A Historical and Legal Analysis of Felon Disenfranchisement
Skills
Adaptability
Legal research
Microsoft Office Suite
Case file management
Client relations
Evidence organization
Scheduling/Planning
Calendar management
File organization
Microsoft office
Fast learner
Timeline
Criminal Defense Legal Assistant
Garza Law Firm
05.2025 - CurrentRead More
Legal Intake Specialist
Garza Law Firm
09.2023 - 05.2025Read More
Carson-Newman University
Bachelor of Arts from Political Science And Criminology
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