Carter Benton
Lowell,IN
Summary
Detail-oriented Legal Assistant with substantial experience in legal document drafting, case file organization, and attorney support. Demonstrates strong capabilities in managing schedules, conducting legal research, and maintaining confidentiality. Aiming to enhance operations at a real estate law firm through meticulous transaction support and outstanding client service.
Overview
1
1
year of professional experience
Work History
Legal Assistant
Ann L Brezinski
Bourbonnais, Illinois
02.2026 - Current
- Conducted legal research to support ongoing cases and attorney strategies.
- Coordinated appointments, meetings, and court dates, ensuring efficient scheduling for attorneys and clients.
- Utilized legal software to manage case files and track deadlines efficiently.
- Filed clients' legal documents in relevant courts for processing.
- Reviewed and prepared a variety of legal documents, including contracts, pleadings, motions, briefs, memoranda of law, and discovery requests, ensuring accuracy and compliance with legal standards.
Legal Assistant
Sworden Law
Valparaiso, IN
05.2025 - 09.2025
- Conducted legal research to support case strategy and documentation.
- Drafted legal documents, correspondence, and filings under attorney supervision, ensuring accuracy and proper formatting to support case progression.
- Maintained organized case files so attorneys could quickly access critical information.
- Prepared trial materials, including exhibits and witness lists, while coordinating with clients to gather information and provide updates.
- Managed scheduling of appointments, deadlines, and court dates, tracking documentation through legal management software to ensure timely compliance.
- Maintained strict confidentiality of all client and case information.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Political Science and Government
Olivet Nazarene University
Bourbonnais, IL05-2026
Bachelor of Arts - History
Olivet Nazarene University
Bourbonnais, IL05-2026
Skills
- Legal document drafting
- Legal research and analysis
- Legal procedures knowledge
- Case management
- Legal office administration
- File organization
- Confidential records management
- Microsoft Office proficiency
- Documentation standards
- Deadline management
- Client communication
Timeline
Legal Assistant
Ann L Brezinski
02.2026 - Current
Legal Assistant
Sworden Law
05.2025 - 09.2025
Bachelor of Arts - Political Science and Government
Olivet Nazarene University
Bachelor of Arts - History
Olivet Nazarene University