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Jackie Moore-Woodfork

Minden,LA

Summary

Focused and dedicated Legal Assistant with exceptional work ethic and proven strengths in case management support. Strong multitasker skilled at managing high-volume caseloads while consistently meeting deadlines. Persistent and resourceful problem-solver with excellent research and communication skills.

Overview

1
1
Certification
6
6
years of post-secondary education
7
7
years of professional experience

Work History

Legal Assistant

26th Judicial District Public Defender Office
Minden, LA
09.2019 - Current
  • Conducted legal research to support defense strategies and case preparation.
  • Drafted legal documents and correspondence to ensure compliance and clarity for attorneys and clients.
  • Structured case files and managed records to support ongoing case review and preparation.

Facilitated administrative tasks to enhance office operations and support team efficiency.

Legal Assistant-Juvenile Department

26th District Public Defender Office
Benton, LA
07.2019 - 02.2025
  • Drafted legal documents, including motions and pleadings for court submissions.
  • Assisted in trial preparation by gathering evidence and witness information to strengthen case arguments.
  • Managed case files and maintained organized documentation for attorneys.

Created annotated docket from court records to streamline case management and enhance attorney access to critical information.

  • Provided comprehensive administrative support to attorneys by managing calendars, scheduling appointments, organizing files, preparing correspondence, filing court documents, and obtaining necessary signatures to ensure smooth operations.
  • Created Annotated docket from Court

Education

MBA - Public Administration

Grambling State University
Grambling, LA
05.2010 - 05.2013

Bachelor of Science - General Studies

Louisiana Tech University
Ruston, LA
05.2002 - 05.2005

Bienville High School
Bienville, LA

Skills

  • Legal document drafting
  • Trial preparation
  • Legal research
  • Case management

Certification

  • Real Estate License

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Legal Assistant

26th Judicial District Public Defender Office
09.2019 - Current

Legal Assistant-Juvenile Department

26th District Public Defender Office
07.2019 - 02.2025

MBA - Public Administration

Grambling State University
05.2010 - 05.2013

Bachelor of Science - General Studies

Louisiana Tech University
05.2002 - 05.2005

Bienville High School
Jackie Moore-Woodfork