Chase Matthews
Milwaukee,WI
Summary
Experienced Legal Assistant with a strong work ethic and expertise in case management. Proficient in managing large caseloads and meeting deadlines. Highly analytical and resourceful with excellent research and communication skills. Specializes in political research and analysis, including determining positions and reach through surveys and research.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Legal Assistant
Wisconsin State Assembly
Madison, WI
01.2023 - Current
- Handled telephone calls, meeting plans and conference organization requirements.
- Maintains Representative's stability and reputation by complying with legal requirements
- Spoke with constituents about problems, concerns or suggestions both in public and privately.
- Upheld strong constituent relations with public meetings, community events and robust feedback system through office staff.
- Determined campaign strategies for media advertising and scheduled public appearances.
- Met with lobbyists and special interest groups to hear concerns and discuss policy solutions.
Campaign Volunteer
Warren Petryk For Assembly
Eau Claire, WI
09.2022 - 11.2022
- Consulted with advertising agencies or staff to arrange promotional campaigns for products, organizations or individuals.
- Developed plans or materials to communicate organizational activities beneficial to environment, public safety or other important social issues.
- Knocked on assigned household doors while collecting data about voter preferences.
- Recruited other canvassers to strengthen campaign outreach potential.
Legal Intern
Wendy Patrickus
South Milwaukee, WI
05.2022 - 08.2022
- Organized exhibits for trial by preparing materials and supporting documentation.
- Coordinated subpoena services and other support activities for legal office.
- Produced well-researched and articulate legal briefs, pleadings and statements.
- Organized resources and materials, recorded talks, and disseminated meeting notes to enable efficient meetings.
- Organized evidence, exhibits, motions and notice of retainers to support 6 cases and prepare for trial
Correctional Officer Intern
Eau Claire County Court House
Eau Claire, WI
09.2021 - Current
- Record information, such as juvenile identification, charges, and incidences of inmate disturbance, and keep daily logs of juvenile activities
- Monitor conduct of over 20 inmates in housing unit, or during work or recreational activities, according to established policies, regulations, and procedures, to prevent escape or violence Observe for signs of disorder or tension and report such observations to a higher authority, counsel with inmates regarding institutional, domestic, or emotional adjustment problems.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Criminal Justice
University of Wisconsin - Eau Claire
Eau Claire, WI12.2022
Skills
- Private Threat & Mitigation Training
- Microsoft Office
- Local Court Procedures
- Trial Preparation Assistance
- Legal Research
- Survey Question Interpretation
Accomplishments
- Delta Tau Delta Fraternity – Director of Recruitment Established strong external relations which accumulated to over 100 potential new members Promote yearlong recruitment endeavors for the fraternity and other Greek life organizations by structuring the recruitment process to maximize potential new members and chapter opportunities
- Wisconsin College of Republicans – Western Regional Vice Chair Maintained strong relations between neighboring schools and the Wisconsin Federation of College Republicans
- Ensured cooperation between member schools with differing political values in order to structure a specific budget for each school
- ECRFC (Eau Claire Rugby Football Club), Students for life, Delta Tau Delta Fraternity, Inter Fraternity Council,
- Blugold Marching Band, Blugold Athletic Band, Pre-law Club, Mock Trial Club, WICR’s (Wisconsin College Republicans), and Community Tabling
Timeline
Legal Assistant
Wisconsin State Assembly
01.2023 - Current
Campaign Volunteer
Warren Petryk For Assembly
09.2022 - 11.2022
Legal Intern
Wendy Patrickus
05.2022 - 08.2022
Correctional Officer Intern
Eau Claire County Court House
09.2021 - Current
Bachelor of Arts - Criminal Justice
University of Wisconsin - Eau Claire