Destinie Williams
Lafayette,Louisiana
Summary
Reliable administrative and legal support professional with great attention to detail. Works well independently to carry out assignments. Maintains impeccable files and organized case materials.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Paralegal/Administrative Legal Assistant
The Law Office of Taneisha W. Riggs
10.2023 - Current
- Reduced attorney workload by drafting routine legal documents such as pleadings, motions, and affidavits.
- Managed scheduling of court calendars and deadlines to maintain smooth flow of firm operations.
- Enhanced case efficiency by organizing and maintaining legal documents, files, and correspondence.
- Contributed to firm-client relationship building through professional interactions with clients during meetings or phone calls, conveying empathy while maintaining confidentiality.
- Communicated with clients, opposing counsel and court personnel to keep all parties informed on case updates.
Admissions Outreach Coordinator (Content Creator)
Martinsburg College
05.2023 - 01.2024
- Performed online marketing activities and follow guidelines that are established by Martinsburg College
- Managed social media accounts, maintain regular activity on accounts, and network online
- Communicated with prospective students through social networking platforms, email, and text messages
- Documented all activities, engagement, and progress within CRM and work towards established goals
- Created graphics using Canva and other creative software to promote programs.
Student Counselor
Luminate Brands
11.2022 - 05.2023
- Advised students on college admissions procedures and career pathways
- Planned and promoted career and employment-related programs and events, such as career planning presentations, work experience programs, job fairs, and career workshops
- Provided students with information on topics, such as college degree programs and admission requirements, financial aid opportunities, trade and technical schools and apprenticeship programs.
Family Support Coordinator (Hybrid)
Cadence of Acadiana
02.2022 - 10.2022
- Connected children with resources
- Informed families of steps involved in the Multidisciplinary Evaluation process
- Explained rights and procedural safeguards as well as reviewed relevant medical records and prior evaluations
- Conducted quarterly zoom meetings with family and providers
- Interviewed clients individually, in families, or in groups, assessing situations, capabilities, and problems to determine services required to meet needs.
Motor Vehicle Compliance Analyst: Student Intern
Louisiana Office of Motor Vehicles
10.2019 - 01.2022
- Interviewed customers, analyzed compliance with federal and state laws, and determined requirements and the collection of appropriate fees
- Communicated with customers through written or verbal correspondence after extensive research and evaluation of the driver's license and vehicle title and registration records
- Trained new and current employees on government systems, compliance, policies, and procedural updates
- Acted as a translator on-site to assist with customer service.
Receptionist: Student Intern
Louisiana State Police Internal Affairs
05.2019 - 08.2019
- Cataloged and filed confidential officer misconduct and complaint reports
- Recorded daily transactions to adjust the team goals and debrief them during weekly meetings
- Updated company calendars with upcoming events and deadlines
- Organized office spaces to prevent equipment damage and accidents
- Performed training tasks in various workplace positions according to company requirements.
Education
Bachelor of Science -
University of Louisiana At Lafayette
Lafayette, LASkills
- Microsoft Office
- Google Workspace
- Clio
- Lawpay
- Spanish
- Social Media Management
- Case Management
- Client Communication
- Calendar Management
- Attorney Support
- Criminal Law
- Personal Injury
- Family Law
- Legal Correspondence
Certification
- Travel Agent Training
- Paralegal Training
Timeline
Paralegal/Administrative Legal Assistant
The Law Office of Taneisha W. Riggs
10.2023 - Current
Admissions Outreach Coordinator (Content Creator)
Martinsburg College
05.2023 - 01.2024
Student Counselor
Luminate Brands
11.2022 - 05.2023
Family Support Coordinator (Hybrid)
Cadence of Acadiana
02.2022 - 10.2022
Motor Vehicle Compliance Analyst: Student Intern
Louisiana Office of Motor Vehicles
10.2019 - 01.2022
Receptionist: Student Intern
Louisiana State Police Internal Affairs
05.2019 - 08.2019
Bachelor of Science -
University of Louisiana At Lafayette
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