Jodi Robbins
Norfolk
Summary
Professional with strong background in legal support, equipped to handle variety of tasks in fast-paced environment. Expertise in document management, and case preparation, ensuring accuracy and compliance. Known for effective team collaboration and adaptability, always focused on achieving results and meeting deadlines. Strong organizational skills and proactive approach to problem-solving make for reliable asset.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
Paralegal
Decker Law Firm
07.2020 - 10.2025
- Managed case files and documentation for litigation processes, ensuring compliance with legal standards.
- Conducted legal research to support attorneys in case preparation and strategy development.
- Drafted legal documents, including briefs, motions, and discovery requests, maintaining accuracy and clarity.
- Coordinated communication between clients and attorneys, enhancing client relationships and satisfaction.
- Assisted attorneys in trial preparation by organizing evidence and preparing exhibits for presentation.
- Drafted and filed court documents, ensuring compliance with procedural rules and deadlines.
- Open and closed files
- Maintained criminal, traffic and federal cases.
- Coordinated client communications, providing updates on case progress and addressing inquiries promptly.
- Managed discovery process efficiently, resulting in timely exchange of relevant information between parties involved in the case.
Legal Secretary
Norfolk Public Defenders Office
10.2006 - 07.2020
- Managed case files, ensuring accuracy and compliance with legal procedures.
- Drafted legal documents, including motions and briefs, adhering to formatting guidelines.
- Answering phones and communicating with clients.
- Streamlined office processes, improving workflow efficiency and reducing turnaround times.
- Maintained strict confidentiality of sensitive information to protect client privacy and uphold professional ethics.
- Arranged for delivery of legal correspondence to clients, witnesses, and court officials.
- Organized files for court proceedings.
- Answered and directed calls using multi-line switchboard.
- Received and placed telephone calls to clients and prospective clients.
- Provided exceptional customer service when greeting clients and answering phone calls, fostering a welcoming environment.
- Prepared legal correspondence and wrote professional letters for legal assistants and attorneys.
- Filed documents with courts on behalf of attorney.
- Assisted in drafting legal documents such as pleadings, motions, and briefs, contributing to successful case resolutions.
Education
No Degree - Business Administration
Tidewater Community College
Norfolk, Virginia, VAHigh School Diploma -
Atlee High School
Norfolk, VASkills
- Legal research
- Proficient in MS office
- Case management
- Client communication
- Office administration
- Document drafting
- Notary public
- Calendar management
- File organization
Timeline
Paralegal
Decker Law Firm
07.2020 - 10.2025
Legal Secretary
Norfolk Public Defenders Office
10.2006 - 07.2020
No Degree - Business Administration
Tidewater Community College
High School Diploma -
Atlee High School