Results-oriented achiever with proven ability to exceed targets and drive success in fast-paced environments. Combines strategic thinking with hands-on experience to deliver impactful solutions and enhance organizational performance.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Judicial Assistant
Shreveport City Court
01.2023 - Current
Researches and compiles a variety of informational materials; contacts representatives of various County departments to obtain materials; researches legal specific information to ensure that appropriate documents are provided for judges' signature
Summarizes information compiled and prepares periodic or specialized reports related to the work of the court
Composes a variety of legal documents, correspondence, reports and forms from drafts, notes, dictated tapes or brief instructions; composes standard correspondence and other materials independently.
Law Clerk
Matthews & Matthews Law Firm
03.2024 - 08.2024
Organized and maintained physical and digital case files, managed calendars, and depositions
Scheduled client conferences and sychronisation of appointments; Handled all inbound and outgoing communications; Research: Conducted legal research pertaining to personal injury, pulled cases, and used LexisNexis and Westlaw.
Judicial Assistant
Shreveport City Court
01.2023 - 08.2023
Multi-tasker, Capacity to take care of and also safeguard secret information with the highest level of prudence
Expected demands as well as took the initiative; Very Discrete
Composed a variety of legal documents, reports and forms
Drafted standard correspondence and other materials independently.
Certified Court Reporter
Shreveport City Court
10.2019 - 01.2023
Strong command of English, Writing, and Creative Writing
Typed minute entries for court proceedings
Processed paperwork and typed transcripts
Recorded criminal and civil court proceedings.
Certified Digital Court Reporter
Shreveport City Court
10.2019 - 01.2023
Record court proceedings; Type minute entries for court proceedings; Process paperwork
Record criminal court proceedings, oversee and maintain criminal minutes digitally, assist with answering the telephone, and servicing patrons
Swear in witnesses and defendants during trials and motions
Produce minutes of court proceedings and transcribe.
Administrative Assistant
Kelly Services Temp Agency
05.2019 - 09.2019
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Office (Excel, Exchange, Word)
Data Entry, Scheduling, running errands, Stocking supplies, Sorting and sending mail.
4-H Advisor & Full Time Teacher Substitute
Caddo Parish School Board
08.2018 - 06.2019
Sponsor after-school activities and projects that teach social skills as well as mathematics and science
Excellent critical thinking, reading comprehension skills; works well under pressure, creative writing and persuasion.
Career & Technical Education and Art Teacher
Magnolia School of Excellence
08.2017 - 07.2018
Plan classes and appropriate assignments according to course requirements
Introduce techniques and procedures for painting, sketching, designing and sculpting
Impart knowledge on the history of art, illustration and commercial art through lectures and audio-video aids.
Excellent critical thinking, reading comprehension skills; works well under pressure, creative writing and persuasion
Skilled in building excellent rapport with clients and team members.
Customer Service Representative
Family Dollar
05.2016 - 10.2016
Provides customer engagement in positive and approachable manner
Assists in maintaining a clean, well-stocked store for customers during their shopping experience
Helps in the unloading of merchandise from delivery trucks and organize merchandise.
Loan Assistant
MidSouth Bank
07.2013 - 08.2014
Maintains commercial loan documentation by preparing, filing, data entry and updating information
Completes, revises, verifies, reproduces, and maintains documents by entering/typing data as legal documents, spreadsheets, and general correspondence.
Deli Clerk
Brookshire’s Grocery Co.
09.2010 - 05.2014
Customer Service Representative
Interact with customers to provide information in response to inquiries about products and services
Receiving and preparing customer orders
Resolved customer satisfaction and quality assurance issues.
Graduate Assistant
ASU
08.2012 - 05.2013
Conducting academically significant research enjoy
Assisting faculty in the department in teaching undergraduate courses
Grading examinations, problem sets, and/or lab assignments, setting up displays for lectures.
Intern
Gary Loftin, Clerk of Court
06.2011 - 08.2011
Perspective, I was able to apply my classroom knowledge to the real world
Developed and implemented new skills and gained knowledge on criminal, civil, and domestic court
Exposed to the actual workings of a federal trial court, working with judges, court managers, attorneys, case administrators, probation officers, law enforcement officers, jurors and members of the general public.
Work – Study Assistant
Student Affairs, ASU
09.2008 - 05.2010
Adept critical thinking skills, primarily algebraic and scientific concepts
Proficient with computer software such as Microsoft Word, Power Point, and Word Perfect
Experienced in Microsoft Windows operating systems.
Algebra Tutor
Alcorn State University Community Service
01.2008 - 04.2008
Tutored undergraduate students in algebra skills
Gained extensive experience in effectively commutating with students from diverse backgrounds.
Education
Masters of Science - Agricultural Economics
Alcorn State University
Bachelor of Science - Political Science/Pre-Law
Alcorn State University
General Studies -
Southern University
Southwood High School
J.D. -
Southern University Law Center
Baton Rouge
05.2027
Skills
Courtroom Etiquette
Teacher
Legal Research
Legal writing
Case analysis
Accomplishments
President’s List 4.0 G.P.A. pass 3 semesters
International Honor Society in Social Science
Student Leader
Who’s Who Among Students
Ranked 21st of 294 in graduating high school class
Activities
Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority
Phi Gamma Mu International Honor Society in Social Science