Daywon K. Jackson
Brooklyn,New York
Summary
Results-driven professional skilled in researching legal case information and preparing necessary correspondence with strong understanding of legal terminology and processes. Adept in maintaining confidential records and client information. Pleasantly assists attorneys in preparing for trials and other legal proceedings. Possesses versatile skills in project management, problem-solving, and collaboration.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Legal Assistant
Gross Polowy LLC
09.2018 - 01.2020
- Worked alongside experienced Foreclosure Attorney's to maintain a state of the art case management system, that ensured compliance with all laws and client procedures.
- Prepared and revised affidavits for half of Gross Polowy's clients to minimize controllable delays and improve time line management.
- Handled office scheduling and notated deadlines, motions and other important dates.
- Worked with the management team and the compliance committee to ensure all policies, procedures, and work product were in compliance with laws, regulations and client expectation.
- Answered phone call questions for Gross Polowy's Client seeking locate, schedule and updated with property auctions.
Office Assistant
M&T Bank
09.2016 - 12.2016
- Assisted with drafting, filing, scanning and organizing a plethora of documents for both M&T's legal and bankruptcy departments.
- Created an efficient system for tracking and storing M&T's past & current outstanding client accounts to produce precise, accurate and professional communication.
- Assisted the facilitation of client information and communications between individual M&T departments, occasionally filing, scanning and typing documents for updated customer accounts.
Mental Health Specialist
Baker Victory
01.2016 - 09.2016
- Worked in the residential treatment facility providing clients with recommendations to community resources.
- Documented client's progress in confidential files to be used to develop treatment plans.
- Assisted residents develop healthy and positive ways to express and manage emotions, behavior, and responsibilities through daily one-on-one arbitration.
- Provided a safe environment to express fears, concerns, and ask questions for residents and their families.
- Monitored clients and assessed suicide risks to be included in treatment plans.
Assistant to the Director of Residence Life
SUNY Buffalo State College
08.2011 - 06.2014
- Advisor for the Residence Hall Council
- Supervised a staff of 12 Resident Assistants (RA)
- Created the Residential Assistant Confidentiality Agreement
- Developed and facilitated programs and events for residential students
- Created and presented learning materials for the Resident Assistant staff meeting
- Lead weekly staff meetings to address concerns and provide pertinent information
- Conducted one on one meetings with staff to provide advisement and support for their program
Education
J.D. - Law
Barry University, Dwayne O. Andreas School Of Law
Orlando, FL05-2025
Master of Science - Multidisciplinary Studies
State University College at Buffalo
New York, NY05.2016
Bachelor of Science - Criminal Justice
State University College at Buffalo
New York, NY05.2012
Skills
- Case management support
- Court reporting
- Legal/Court processes
- Relationship building
- Document filing
- Data management
- Civil and criminal law expertise
- Legal compliance
- Legal writing
- Legal document preparation
Leadership Experience
- Undergraduate Advisor, Buffalo Alumni Chapter, Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity Incorporated, 08/13 - 05/18, Advised an undergraduate chapter of eleven members, Assisted with the implementation of new chapter policy, Planned and develop programming ideas for undergraduate students
- Parliamentarian, National Pan-Hellenic Council, 08/13 - 05/15, Brought Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity Inc., to the Buffalo chapter, Hosted numerous programs in collaboration with NPHC organizations, Delivered a presentation at the Meet the Greeks program for over 200 college students
- Member, Chi Alpha Epsilon National Honor Society, 01/11 - 05/11, Promoted academic excellence throughout campus, Assisted with fundraising efforts
Timeline
Legal Assistant
Gross Polowy LLC
09.2018 - 01.2020
Office Assistant
M&T Bank
09.2016 - 12.2016
Mental Health Specialist
Baker Victory
01.2016 - 09.2016
Assistant to the Director of Residence Life
SUNY Buffalo State College
08.2011 - 06.2014
Master of Science - Multidisciplinary Studies
State University College at Buffalo
Bachelor of Science - Criminal Justice
State University College at Buffalo
J.D. - Law
Barry University, Dwayne O. Andreas School Of Law
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