Andrea Williamson
10009 McCallum Avenue, N.E. Alliance
Summary
Judicial professional with strong organizational skills and keen attention to detail. Proven ability to manage case files, coordinate schedules, and assist in courtroom procedures. Known for effective collaboration and adaptability in dynamic environments. Skilled in legal research, document preparation, and maintaining confidentiality.
Overview
27
27
years of professional experience
Work History
Judicial Assistant / Court Bailiff
Stark County Family Court The Honorable David Nist (retired) and The Honorable Michelle Cordova
10.2019 - Current
- Assisted judges in scheduling hearings and coordinating with involved parties effectively.
- Trained new staff on procedural protocols and best practices for court operations.
- Enhanced courtroom efficiency by managing and organizing case files, exhibits, and legal documents.
- Demonstrated professionalism under pressure when addressing difficult situations within the courtroom setting.
- Examined legal documents submitted to courts for adherence to laws and court procedures.
- Managed administrative duties such as filing documents, scheduling meetings and tracking case statuses.
- Generated Ohio Supreme Court Reports
Paralegal Manager
Abney Law Offices, LLC
04.2011 - 04.2013
- Established best practices for legal research methodologies, ensuring comprehensive support for case strategies.
- Collaborated with attorneys to streamline workflows, increasing overall productivity of legal preparations.
- Conducted comprehensive legal research to support attorneys in the preparation of cases for trial.
- Assisted with complex litigation matters, coordinating discovery documents and organizing evidence exhibits.
- Communicated pertinent information to clients via phone, email, and mail.
- Drafted all legal pleadings.
- Tracked billable hours and billed clients on a monthly basis through Quickbooks billing software.
Legal Assistant / Process Server
Oberholtzer & Oberholtzer, Attorneys at Law, LLC
10.1998 - 04.2011
- Assisted attorneys in preparing legal pleadings and correspondence to enhance workflow efficiency.
- Gathered key information during initial client intake interviews that contributed significantly to the formulation of effective legal arguments.
- Assisted with trial preparation, including creation of exhibits, compilation of witness lists, and organization of evidence materials.
- Interviewed clients to obtain information relevant to cases.
- Attended court hearings and depositions to take notes and document proceedings.
Skills
- Courtroom etiquette
- Legal research
- Legal compliance
- Legal terminology
- Document preparation
- Court procedures
- Docket management
- Calendar management
Timeline
Judicial Assistant / Court Bailiff
Stark County Family Court The Honorable David Nist (retired) and The Honorable Michelle Cordova
10.2019 - Current
Paralegal Manager
Abney Law Offices, LLC
04.2011 - 04.2013
Legal Assistant / Process Server
Oberholtzer & Oberholtzer, Attorneys at Law, LLC
10.1998 - 04.2011