Dijah Dickerson
Hobart,IN
Summary
Passionate and dedicated Legal Assistant with 7 years of experience in successfully supporting attorneys. Highly qualified assistant with a thorough command of legal, office, and administrative support functions combined with knowledge of court filings, legal procedures, and legal documents. Able to handle heavy caseloads while assisting with litigation requirements. Client-focused and computer-savvy with a proven track record of exemplary performance in a high-pressure law firm. Seeking to leverage my expertise to contribute to a reputable company and provide valuable support to your clients.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Legal Assistant
Westland & Bennett, P.C.
04.2017 - 12.2024
- Lead weekly meetings with all Attorneys
- Schedule court depositions, hearings, and other meetings
- Assist Attorneys in municipal and corporate matters such as estate planning, real estate, bankruptcy, mortgage foreclosure and civil litigation
- Provide administrative support for the office's legal work including tasks such as: answering phones, taking messages and greeting clients
- Serve as a liaison between attorneys, clients, courts, and other law firms
- Manage confidential records and documents pertaining to litigation and collection matters
- Maintain client relations with sensitivity and confidentiality
- Transcribe attorney's dictation from recordings and drafted correspondence
- Manage firm calendar and coordinated attorney schedules, including arranging travel and scheduling meetings with clients and court personnel.
- Assist with trial preparation by organizing exhibits, coordinating witness schedules, and preparing trial binders.
- Organize and maintained case files, including tracking deadlines, scheduling appointments, and managing correspondence with clients and opposing counsel.
- Draft legal documents such as briefs, pleadings, and motions in accordance with attorney instructions.
Education
Bachelors - Political Science
Indiana State University
Terre Haute, IN12-2016
Software
Odyssey
Pacer
Column
Simplifile
Windows, Google, Apple & Microsoft
Timeline
Legal Assistant
Westland & Bennett, P.C.
04.2017 - 12.2024
Bachelors - Political Science
Indiana State University
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