Ashland Aube
Wheatley, Sopp & Madsen, LLP
El Dorado Hills,CA
19
years of professional experience
Adaptable legal assistant with experience supporting attorneys, judges, and court staff across case administration and research. Strong in problem solving, organization, and professional communication, with a proven ability to work independently or in a team to keep matters moving smoothly.
Work History
Legal Assistant
4 Years- Managed the filing process for court submissions, exhibits, and case materials.
- Reviewed case files and organized records for attorney access and matter preparation
- Drafted correspondence, pleadings, and routine legal documents with strong attention to detail
- Managed calendaring, docketing, and deadline tracking for litigation matters
- Communicated with clients, courts, and vendors to support daily case administration
- Prepared discovery requests, responses, and supporting documentation for legal review
- Supported attorneys in achieving favorable outcomes through thorough research and analysis of complex legal issues.
- Conducted comprehensive legal research using various resources such as online databases, law libraries, or government agencies to support case strategies effectively.
Court Clerk
13 Years 11 Months- Managed courtroom calendars, ensuring accurate scheduling, continuances, and hearing updates.
- Prepared minute orders, docket entries, and case records with strong attention to detail.
- Processed filings, motions, and correspondence while maintaining compliance with court procedures.
- Assisted judges, attorneys, and public callers with procedural guidance and case information.
- Maintained confidential records, safeguarding sensitive case data and sealed materials.
- Trained clerical staff on case management workflows, filing standards, and customer service practices.
- Maintained organized filing systems for easy retrieval of case files and supporting documentation.
- Provided assistance to attorneys and court personnel in courtroom
- Increased court efficiency by processing legal documents and maintaining accurate case records.
- Managed confidential information securely, upholding the integrity of the court system.
- Assisted court in scheduling hearings, meetings and other events to support seamless operations.
- Prepared court orders and judgments for signature.
- Assisted judges in streamlining court proceedings through diligent research and preparation of case materials.
- Drafted professional court correspondence to facilitate legal proceedings.
- Maintained and updated electronic databases to accurately and securely store court documents.
- Prepared comprehensive reports detailing court activities for submission to higher authorities as required.
- Coordinated courtroom proceedings and enforced adherence to proper procedures.
- Improved workflow efficiency through regular review and updating of internal policies related to court clerk duties.
- Enhanced communication between legal professionals by promptly distributing correspondence and case updates.
- Researched case law and legal documents to support judicial decisions.
- Coordinated effectively with judges, attorneys, and law enforcement to gather and disseminate information.
- Processed legal documents to uphold court operational standards.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - English
Skills
* High attention to detail and retention rate
Meticulous
Fast learner
Scheduling/Planning
Microsoft office
Legal research
* Process improvement
* Case management
Timeline
Legal Assistant
Wheatley, Sopp & Madsen, LLP
11.2022 - CurrentRead More
Court Clerk
El Dorado Superior Court
11.2007 - 10.2021Read More
San Diego State University
Bachelor of Arts from English
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