ASHLEY MOATS
Barnesville,MN
Summary
Driven Paralegal successful at thriving in high stress, high-pressure environments and situations involving constant change and vast ambiguity in data and instruction.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Deputy Clerk of the Court
State Of North Dakota
11.2022 - Current
- Examines legal documents submitted to courts for adherence to laws and court procedures. Routes documents to proper offices and persons.
- Records incoming documents, case proceedings and dispositions into Court's case management system. Processes court orders, notices and reports in accordance with business practices and established procedures.
- Participates in management of District Court jury program.
- Maintained court dockets and updated disposition of cases after court hearings and trials.
Paralegal/Office Manager/Administrative Assistant
Independent Law Firm
04.2021 - 03.2022
- Prepared and processed legal documents and papers, such as summonses, subpoenas, complaints, appeals, motions, and pretrial agreements.
- Rehabilitated office by discovering and correcting errors from 2012 to present through analyzing QuickBooks and old documents.
- Revamped their filing system, billing system, and overall organization of office.
- Developed relationships with government personnel to enhance communication between personnel, attorneys, and clients.
- Prepared affidavits or other documents, such as legal correspondence, and organize and maintain documents in paper or electronic filing system.
- Assisted attorneys in collecting information such as employment, medical, and other records.
Paralegal
Integreon Management Solutions
01.2019 - 12.2020
- Analyzed financial Power of Attorney documents for clients of a multinational investment bank and financial services company.
- Composed legal approvals that contained powers granted to acting Agent referenced in client's Power of Attorney document.
- Investigated execution requirement statutes for all 50 states and constructed Excel documents based on my findings.
- Catered counsel and guidance to branch employees spanning 41 countries.
- Fielded average of 25 calls per day and provided assistance through effective listening and question response skills.
Administrative Assistant
Murray State University
07.2016 - 12.2016
- Maintained database and files and performed other office administrative tasks.
- Engaged in office procedures, organization, interpersonal communication, and customer service.
- Charted and maintained current spreadsheets for tracking and analysis of office data such as parking permits and citations.
- Executed record filing system to improve document organization and management.
- Operated office equipment such as fax machines, copiers, and phone systems, and used computers for spreadsheet, word processing, database management, and other applications.
Paralegal
Kemp & Wright
08.2016 - 12.2016
- Developed polished legal documents including briefs, motions, and pleadings.
- Served as liaison between attorney and clients.
- Coordinated trial exhibits by organizing materials, writing documentation, and preparing digital materials and displays.
- Organized and maintained law libraries, documents, and case files.
- Prepared and distributed invoices to bill clients or pay account expenses.
- Managed scheduling of court calendars and deadlines to maintain smooth flow of firm operations.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Criminal Justice & Non-Profit Leadership Services
Murray State University
Murray, KY2033
Master of Arts - Forensic Psychology
The University of North Dakota
Grand Forks, ND05.2026
Bachelor of Arts - Criminal Justice & Psychology
The University Of Alabama
Tuscaloosa, AL12.2018
Skills
- Interpersonal Skills
- Flexible and Adaptable
- Critical Thinking Skills
- High Emotional Intelligence
- Administrative Skills
- Transferable Skills
- Problem-Solving Skills
- Communication Skills
- Organizational Skills
- Attention to Detail
Certification
Notary Public
Timeline
Deputy Clerk of the Court
State Of North Dakota
11.2022 - Current
Paralegal/Office Manager/Administrative Assistant
Independent Law Firm
04.2021 - 03.2022
Paralegal
Integreon Management Solutions
01.2019 - 12.2020
Paralegal
Kemp & Wright
08.2016 - 12.2016
Administrative Assistant
Murray State University
07.2016 - 12.2016
Bachelor of Arts - Criminal Justice & Non-Profit Leadership Services
Murray State University
Master of Arts - Forensic Psychology
The University of North Dakota
Bachelor of Arts - Criminal Justice & Psychology
The University Of Alabama