Darleta Burris
St. Petersburg,FL
Overview
38
38
years of professional experience
Work History
Judicial Assistant
State of Florida
Clearwater, Florida
01.2005 - 09.2026
- Assisted judges in case preparation and trial logistics daily.
- Facilitated courtroom operations to ensure smooth proceedings consistently.
- Served as liaison between court staff, attorneys, litigants, witnesses and other parties involved in legal proceedings.
- Coordinated communication between attorneys, clients, and court staff.
- Managed scheduling for court hearings and appointments efficiently.
- Maintained accurate records of case files and legal documents.
Merchandise Associate
Home Goods
St. Petersburg, Florida
05.2022 - 05.2023
- Stocked shelves and ensured proper product placement for visibility.
- Organized merchandise displays to enhance customer shopping experience.
- Assisted customers in locating products and answering inquiries.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of sales floor and storage areas.
- Collaborated with team members to achieve daily operational goals.
Legal Assistant
State of Florida- Public Defender's Office
Clearwater, Florida
07.1988 - 12.2004
- Drafted legal documents and correspondence for attorneys' review.
- Managed case files and maintained organized records for efficient access.
- Coordinated scheduling of hearings, meetings, and court appearances for attorneys.
- Collaborated with team members to streamline office processes and improve workflow.
- Provided administrative support to attorneys by managing calendars; scheduling appointments; organizing files; preparing correspondence; filing court documents; and obtaining necessary signatures.
- Answered phones promptly while providing courteous customer service.
- Mailed and arranged for delivery of legal correspondence to clients, witnesses and court officials.
- Handled telephone calls, meeting plans and conference organization requirements.
- Maintained client confidentiality in all matters.
Education
High School Diploma -
Lincoln High School
Ellwood City, PA06-1984
Skills
- Case file preparation
- Scheduling coordination
- Calendar management
- Data entry
- Organizational skills
- Time management
- Problem solving
- Customer service
- Self-motivation
Timeline
Merchandise Associate
Home Goods
05.2022 - 05.2023
Judicial Assistant
State of Florida
01.2005 - 09.2026
Legal Assistant
State of Florida- Public Defender's Office
07.1988 - 12.2004
High School Diploma -
Lincoln High School