Cyanna Jodway
Fort Myers,FL
Summary
Personable and organized with strong ability to manage legal documentation and assist in research and case preparation. Holds solid understanding of legal terminology and procedures, combined with proficiency in document management software and Microsoft Office. Committed to providing comprehensive support to legal teams, ensuring efficiency and accuracy in all tasks.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Legal Assistant
Martin Law Firm
Cape Coral, FL
11.2024 - Current
- Drafted legal documents, including pleadings and contracts, ensuring compliance with court rules.
- Conducted legal research using Westlaw and LexisNexis to support case preparation.
- Managed client communications, maintaining confidentiality while providing timely updates on case statuses.
- Assisted attorneys in trial preparation, organizing exhibits and evidence for courtroom presentations.
- Maintained case files and documentation, improving organization and retrieval efficiency within the firm.
- Reviewed incoming correspondence to identify urgent matters requiring immediate attorney attention or response.
- Maintained strict confidentiality, protecting sensitive client information as required by legal ethics and regulations.
Server
The Colony Golf & Country Club
Bonita Springs , FL
02.2023 - 11.2024
- Greeted guests and provided menus.
- Provided excellent customer service to ensure satisfaction.
- Assisted in training new servers.
- Maintained knowledge of current menu items, garnishes, ingredients and preparation methods.
- Prepared drinks according to standard recipes.
- Took orders from customers accurately and in a timely manner.
- Checked food before serving it to customers.
- Delivered food orders promptly and courteously.
- Monitored dining room for cleanliness and proper set-up at all times.
- Responded efficiently to guest inquiries and complaints in a professional manner.
- Ensured that each guest was served courteously, quickly, and efficiently.
- Accurately recorded orders on cash register and point-of-sale system.
- Performed opening and closing duties such as setting up the dining area, restocking supplies..
- Collaborated with other restaurant staff members to ensure efficient operations within the restaurant environment.
- Handled money transactions accurately while following company procedures for handling cash payments.
- Followed health safety guidelines when preparing and serving food products.
- Communicated effectively with kitchen staff regarding customer allergies or special requests.
- Upheld high standards of sanitation in accordance with health department regulations.
- Stayed informed about daily specials, new menu items, promotions.
- Provided exceptional service to high volume of daily customers.
- Operated POS terminals to input orders, split bills and calculate totals.
Server
Elgin Country Club
Elgin, IL
05.2023 - 08.2024
- Welcomed patrons upon arrival.
- Operated in multiple sectors of the club proficiently
- Demonstrated skill in accurately retaining members' names
- Assisted in training new servers.
- Provided excellent customer service to ensure satisfaction.
- Stayed informed about daily specials, new menu items, promotions.
- Provided exceptional service to high volume of daily customers.
- Operated POS terminals to input orders, split bills and calculate totals.
- Displayed enthusiasm and knowledge about restaurant's menu and products.
- Checked with customers to determine satisfaction with meals, promptly taking action to correct problems.
- Greeted customers, answered questions and recommended specials to increase profits.
- Communicated with hosts, bussers and kitchen staff to prepare for and serve customers.
- Completed cleaning duties by sweeping and mopping floors, vacuuming carpet and tidying up server stations.
- Cleaned tables and chairs to prepare dining area for next customers.
- Served food and beverages to patrons and immediately remedied issues with orders.
- Arranged place settings with clean tablecloths, napkins and tableware to prepare for incoming guests.
- Enforced minimum age requirements for consumption of alcoholic beverages by checking identification.
- Checked with guests to get feedback on food served, resolve issues, bring additional items and refill beverages.
- Stocked service areas with supplies during slow periods.
- Took reservations and to-go orders to streamline process for both customer and restaurant.
- Set up tables in between patrons to reduce wait times.
- Collaborated with kitchen staff to ensure timely preparation and delivery of orders.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Criminal Justice (Dual Credit Program)
Elgin Community College
Elgin, IL05.2022
High School Diploma -
Hampshire Highschool
Hampshire, IL05.2022
Bachelor of Science - Legal Studies
Florida Gulf Coast University
Fort Myers, FL12.2025
Skills
- Strong Interpersonal Communication
- Structured Planning Skills
- Legal document preparation
- Legal research
- Document preparation
- Client relations
- Writing and editing
- Notary public
- Office management
- Legal/Court processes
- Exceptional telephone etiquette
- Organizational efficiency
- Case management
Affiliations
- Played softball for eight years, but ended due to a shoulder injury
- Volunteer at GIGI'S Playhouse
Timeline
Legal Assistant
Martin Law Firm
11.2024 - Current
Server
Elgin Country Club
05.2023 - 08.2024
Server
The Colony Golf & Country Club
02.2023 - 11.2024
High School Diploma -
Hampshire Highschool
Bachelor of Science - Criminal Justice (Dual Credit Program)
Elgin Community College
Bachelor of Science - Legal Studies
Florida Gulf Coast University
References
References available upon request.
Education and Training
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