Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Certification
Timeline
CER
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Joanne Thorndycraft

Lake Orion

Summary

Professional and reliable legal professional with comprehensive understanding of judicial processes and case management. Known for assisting in preparation of legal documents and maintaining organized court records, contributing to seamless operation of legal proceedings. Emphasis on collaboration and adaptability, ensuring effective teamwork and responsiveness to evolving needs.

Overview

12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Judicial Assistant to the Honorable Lorie N. Savin

Oakland County Circuit Court
12.2020 - Current

- Maintain the juvenile delinquency and neglect docket.

- Assist in case management by organizing files, maintaining records, and tracking deadlines accurately.

- Coordinate schedules for judges, attorneys and court personnel to optimize courtroom efficiency.

- Maintain confidentiality of sensitive information while handling high-profile or complex cases.

- Assist in drafting judicial orders for timely resolution of cases.

- Expedite court proceedings by effectively prioritizing tasks according to urgency and deadlines.

- Promote clear communication between judge, attorney, and parties by facilitating correspondence and relaying pertinent information.

- Liaise with various agencies such as Children's Village or DHHS for case-related matters as needed.

- Prepare orders following court hearings.

- Office management.



Judicial Assistant to the Honorable James M. Alexa

Oakland County Circuit Court
02.2020 - 12.2020
  • Managed and coordinated the Judges weekly docket.
  • Processed appeals and appellate attorney requests.
  • Communicated with attorneys and the general public regarding court hearings.
  • Prepared judgments of sentence during sentencing hearings.
  • Appointed attorneys as needed.

Judicial Clerk for the Honorable James. M. Alexand

Oakland County Circuit Court
09.2013 - 02.2020
  • Ensured efficient courtroom operation, maintained the court docket, facilitated in-person and zoom proceedings, and interacted daily with attorneys, litigants, and the public.

Education

Paralegal Certificate Program -

Oakland University
Rochester, MI
02-2014

Bachelors of Arts - Criminal Justice

University of Michigan Flint
08.2011

Skills

  • Courtroom etiquette
  • Document drafting
  • Legal terminology
  • Proofreading
  • Strong organization
  • Schedule management
  • Courtroom procedure
  • Attention to detail

Certification

  • CER

Timeline

Judicial Assistant to the Honorable Lorie N. Savin

Oakland County Circuit Court
12.2020 - Current

Judicial Assistant to the Honorable James M. Alexa

Oakland County Circuit Court
02.2020 - 12.2020

Judicial Clerk for the Honorable James. M. Alexand

Oakland County Circuit Court
09.2013 - 02.2020

Bachelors of Arts - Criminal Justice

University of Michigan Flint

Paralegal Certificate Program -

Oakland University

CER

CER