Jill S. Vanorder
Orient
Summary
Accomplished Office Manager/Paralegal with a robust background in legal assistance and court operations, notably with Robert F. Krapenc. Expert in managing case flows and enhancing client relations demonstrated through meticulous organization and ethical professionalism. Skilled in legal writing and leadership, with a proven track record of executing tasks accurately in high-pressure environments.Vice President of Central Ohio Association of Mayor’s Court Clerks (2006), President of Central
Ohio Association of Mayor’s Court Clerks (2007), Educator for the States New Clerks Training.
(2012-2018), Leadership Award for Devoted Service from the Association of Mayor’s Court Clerk
of Ohio (2012), Certified Mayor’s Court Clerk (2012).
Overview
29
29
years of professional experience
Work History
Office Manager/ Paralegal
Robert F. Krapenc
Columbus
05.2021 - 03.2025
- Led and managed a general practice solo law office, including receptionist duties, managing the practice calendar, client intake, client interviews, and client relations.
- Organized the case flow of electronic filings and paperwork, including verifying entries, documents, and correspondence before presenting them to the attorney.
- Gathered, organized, and prepared discovery and trial exhibits.
- Executed tasks thoroughly and accurately in a fast-paced environment.
- Managed the business of the firm, including billing, letters, and collection calls.
- Determine if clients are eligible for judicial release and expungements.
- Conducted all work in an ethical, honest, professional manner.
- Prepared motions, pleadings, and letters to clients.
- Provided information as necessary while maintaining ethical standards against giving legal advice.
Legal Assistant
Cordell & Cordell
Columbus
12.2020 - 05.2021
- Provided support to attorneys within the assigned region.
- Maintained the office calendar of attorneys and used discretion to ensure their schedule was efficient, not overbooking on days attorneys had requested to remain open.
- Checked all incoming mail and voice mail to ensure timely responses to all inquiries.
- Pulled end-of-the-day reports for the Communications Department.
- Prepared universal client binders for attorneys.
Clerk of Court
City of Hilliard
Hilliard
07.2004 - 11.2020
- Provided legal and administrative support to the City of Hilliard Magistrate, Prosecutor, and Clerk of Court Office.
- Maintained the operation of the courtroom, including security.
- Served as liaison for the Prosecutor with other agencies, departments, lawyers, the public, government agencies and other professionals.
- Prepare the court docket and update all court case information, including, but not limited to, accurately processing fines and preparing legal documents.
- Maintained a strong understanding of local government rules and city ordinances.
- Handle sensitive client information with utmost discretion, care and accuracy.
Deputy Clerk of Court
City of Hilliard
Hilliard
09.1996 - 07.2004
- Performed a wide variety of duties pertinent to the operation of the Mayor’s Court System assigned by the Clerk of Court.
- Meet with the general population to give direction, hear complaints, and answer inquiries.
- Cross-trained with the Finance Department, working in Accounts Payable, and assisting with high demand during tax season.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Business Administration, Fashion Merchandising
Ohio Dominican College
Columbus, Ohio01.1996
Skills
The Ohio Municipal League Mayor’s Court Professional Development (2004-2019), the Ohio Municipal League Professional Development of alcohol and drug-related traffic offenses (2004-2019), How to Take Charge of the Front Desk Seminar (1998), New Horizons Computer Learning Center (2001), Kent State Continuing Education (2010), Public Record, and LEADS certified, The Supreme Court of Ohio Judicial College: Inclusive Leadership through Appreciating Differences (2017), Legal Advice vs Legal
Information (2017), Substance Use and the Courts (2017), Ethics for Court Employees (2018)
Legal Writing for the Judicial Writer (2018), Enhancing Judicial Response to Domestic Child Sex Trafficking and Runaway Youth (2018), Essential Skills for Managing Employees (2018), Enhancing the Public’s Experience in the Clerk’s Office (2018), Leadership and Public Affairs (2019)
Accomplishments
- Vice President of Central Ohio Association of Mayor’s Court Clerks, 2006
- President of Central Ohio Association of Mayor’s Court Clerks, 2007
- Educator for the States New Clerks Training, 2012-2018
- Leadership Award for Devoted Service from the Association of Mayor’s Court Clerk of Ohio, 2012
- Certified Mayor’s Court Clerk, 2012
Training
- The Ohio Municipal League Mayor’s Court Professional Development, 2004-2019
- The Ohio Municipal League Professional Development of Alcohol and Drug related traffic offenses, 2004-2019
- How to Take Charge of the Front Desk Seminar, 1998
- New Horizons Computer Learning Center, 2001
- Kent State Continuing Education, 2010
- Public Record LEADS certified
- The Supreme Court of Ohio Judicial College: Inclusive Leadership through Appreciating Differences, 2017
- Legal Advice vs. Legal Information, 2017
- Substance Use and the Courts, 2017
- Ethics for Court Employees, 2018
- Legal Writing for the Judicial Writer, 2018
- Enhancing Judicial Response to Domestic Child Sex Trafficking and Runaway Youth, 2018
- Essential Skills for Managing Employees, 2018
- Enhancing the Public’s Experience in the Clerk’s Office, 2018
- Leadership and Public Affairs, 2019
Timeline
Office Manager/ Paralegal
Robert F. Krapenc
05.2021 - 03.2025
Legal Assistant
Cordell & Cordell
12.2020 - 05.2021
Clerk of Court
City of Hilliard
07.2004 - 11.2020
Deputy Clerk of Court
City of Hilliard
09.1996 - 07.2004
Bachelor of Arts - Business Administration, Fashion Merchandising
Ohio Dominican College
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