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Anita Porter

Summary

Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.

Overview

3
3
years of professional experience

Work History

Server

Massey's Kitchen
06.2023 - Current
  • Carried out complete opening, closing and shift change duties to keep restaurant working efficiently and teams ready to meet customer needs.
  • Monitored patrons for alcohol intake to appropriate levels and took measures to curtail inappropriate behavior.
  • Coordinated with kitchen staff to ensure timely delivery of orders, resulting in satisfied customers.
  • Strategically timed check-ins with customers to take orders and confirm satisfaction with meals after delivery, taking action to correct any problems.

Trial Legal Assistant

US Attorney's Office
05.2022 - 02.2023
  • Revised and finalized letters, briefs, and memos.
  • Conducted comprehensive legal research using various resources such as online databases, law libraries, or government agencies to support case strategies effectively.
  • Assisted attorneys with reviewing and organizing witness reports.
  • Coordinated with court personnel and attorneys to determine scheduling of hearings and filing documents.
  • Filed court documents and legal pleadings with court clerk on behalf of attorneys.
  • Reviewed, edited and proofread litigation for proper grammar, spelling and punctuation.
  • Researched statutes, decisions, legal articles, and codes.

Court Clerk

Hamilton County Juvenile Court
09.2021 - 05.2022
  • Provided assistance to attorneys and court personnel in courtroom
  • Processed financial transactions for fines, fees, and other court-related costs accurately and efficiently.
  • Worked closely with applicants to determine eligibility and verify accuracy and integrity of application data.
  • Examined legal documents submitted to courts for adherence to laws and court procedures.
  • Answered telephone calls, took messages and transferred calls to appropriate colleagues.
  • Reviewed court documents to process subpoenas, motions and pleadings.
  • Updated operational records or licensing information using computer terminals.
  • Managed confidential information securely, upholding the integrity of the court system.

Legal Assistant

Spears, Moore, Williams & Rebman, PC
12.2020 - 09.2021
  • Drafted accurate and persuasive legal correspondence, contributing to successful negotiations and settlements.
  • Produced legal documents such as briefs, pleadings and appeals.
  • Reviewed, edited and proofread litigation for proper grammar, spelling and punctuation.
  • Communicated pertinent information to clients via phone, email, and mail.
  • Managed high-volume workload while maintaining strict attention to detail on every task such as drafting pleadings or summarizing depositions accurately.
  • Coordinated with court personnel and attorneys to determine scheduling of hearings and filing documents.
  • Contacted clients to schedule appointments and discuss progress of cases.

Education

Bachelor of Science - UNIVERSITY OF TENNESSEE AT CHATTANOOGA

The University of Tennessee - Chattanooga
Chattanooga, TN
05.2018

Skills

  • Case Management
  • Client Support
  • Attention to Detail
  • Legal Transcription
  • Trial Preparation Assistance
  • Correspondence Writing
  • Contract Review
  • Legal Analysis
  • Document organization
  • Document Management

References

AVAILABLE UPON REQUEST

Timeline

Server

Massey's Kitchen
06.2023 - Current

Trial Legal Assistant

US Attorney's Office
05.2022 - 02.2023

Court Clerk

Hamilton County Juvenile Court
09.2021 - 05.2022

Legal Assistant

Spears, Moore, Williams & Rebman, PC
12.2020 - 09.2021

Bachelor of Science - UNIVERSITY OF TENNESSEE AT CHATTANOOGA

The University of Tennessee - Chattanooga
Anita Porter