Justice Ward
2305 Pleasure House Road,VA
Summary
Personable and organized with strong ability to manage administrative tasks and maintain accurate records, bringing knowledge of legal terminology and court procedures coupled with excellent data entry and document management skills. Highly detail-focused, ensuring precise and efficient handling of case files and legal documents. Dedicated to contributing to smooth operation of judicial process and supporting legal professionals with timely and accurate clerical support.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Senior Judiciary Clerk
State of Maryland Judiciary
12.2024 - Current
- Specializing in juvenile and criminal matters, with experience in civil, expungement, and jury office matters
- Processed court documents and maintained accurate case files for efficient judicial operations.
- Assisted in scheduling hearings and managing calendars for multiple judges to optimize court proceedings.
- Conducted legal research and prepared summaries to support case preparation and decision-making processes.
- Coordinated communication between court personnel, attorneys, and the public to enhance service delivery.
- Mentored new clerks on procedural guidelines and best practices to ensure consistency in operations.
- Reviewed case submissions for compliance with legal standards, ensuring accuracy and adherence to protocols.
- Supported administrative tasks, including data entry and report generation, to streamline workflow efficiency.
- Enhanced court efficiency by managing and organizing case files, ensuring accurate documentation and timely processing.
- Provided guidance and support to less experienced clerks, fostering a positive work environment that encouraged professional growth in junior staff members.
- Maintained confidentiality of sensitive information by adhering to strict ethical guidelines throughout daily tasks.
- Ensured compliance with legal deadlines by tracking case progress and communicating time-sensitive information to relevant parties.
- Streamlined communication between judges, attorneys, and other court personnel, promoting effective collaboration and reducing misunderstandings.
- Participated in pretrial conferences to ensure all parties were prepared for trial, facilitating efficient proceedings with minimal delays.
- Contributed to the development of internal policies or procedural updates within the clerk''s office, enhancing overall effectiveness of judiciary operations.
- Served as a liaison between the court and external agencies, facilitating information exchange and promoting collaborative working relationships.
- Collaborated with IT staff to troubleshoot technical issues impacting judiciary operations, ensuring minimal disruptions during critical moments in court proceedings.
- Provided exceptional customer service to litigants seeking assistance with legal procedures or documentation requirements at the courthouse.
- Reviewed pleadings and briefs for accuracy and compliance with court rules, maintaining high standards for legal submissions in the courtroom.
- Managed administrative duties such as filing documents, scheduling meetings and tracking case statuses.
- Reviewed complaints, petitions, motions and pleadings to aid in determining admissibility.
- Coordinated and prepared exhibits and other materials for hearings.
- Processed case files and maintained accurate court records.
- Assisted judges in managing courtroom proceedings efficiently.
- Managed jury selection process, facilitating communication between jurors and legal teams.
- Maintained courtroom equipment and technology for seamless operations.
- Trained junior clerks on courtroom procedures and documentation standards.
- Facilitated productive interactions between the court system and community members by providing timely responses to inquiries regarding case statuses or procedural questions.
- Captured spoken dialogue using stenography machines, video and audio recording devices and covered microphones.
- Attended court sessions to record proceedings of evidence, objections, rulings and arguments.
- Optimized workflow for court personnel through effective coordination with bailiffs, attorneys, witnesses, jurors, and other stakeholders.
- Supported successful jury selection processes through proficient organization of jury pools and thorough pre-screening of potential jurors.
- Streamlined document processing with the timely issuance of subpoenas and other legal notices, enabling scheduled hearings to proceed as planned.
- Maintained court dockets and updated disposition of cases after court hearings and trials.
- Provided assistance to attorneys and court personnel in courtroom
- Answered telephone calls, took messages and transferred calls to appropriate colleagues.
- Maintained and updated electronic databases to accurately and securely store court documents.
- Responded to in-person and telephone requests for information from general public, attorneys and other involved parties.
- Processed payments for fines and fees, maintained accurate drawers, issued receipts, and updated account balances.
- Collected court fees and fines and recorded amounts collected in MDEC.
Deputy Clerk of the Court
Norfolk General District Court
02.2023 - 06.2024
- Provided administrative support to the court by maintaining records, preparing documents, and filing paperwork.
- Organized court proceedings by scheduling hearings, trials and conferences.
- Maintained current knowledge of court rules and procedures regarding civil, criminal and traffic matters.
- Answered inquiries from litigants regarding court processes and procedures via telephone or in person.
- Fulfilled document requests by citizens, parties to cases, judges and attorneys, keeping records of documents provided.
- Updated and maintained court calendar, responded to inquiries about court procedures and resolved scheduling conflicts with attorneys.
- Tracked cases and managed electronic and physical records, creating new case files, entering filings, hearings, trials, and judgments and closing cases when complete.
- Answered face-to-face and telephone requests for information about civil filings.
- Received and submitted payments for fees and fines, accurately tracking amounts, issuing receipts, and updating computer systems.
- Prepared and issued summons, complaints, warrants and other documents necessary for daily courtroom operations.
- Acted as court cashier, processing billing and payments for filings by the public.
- Liaised with general public to process document requests and provide customer service by phone or email and in person, keeping records of payments and documents provided.
- Attended required meetings and conferences as well as training sessions to develop and maintain understanding of current conventions and laws.
- Stocked counters with forms, film and license supplies to maintain inventory levels.
- Provided comprehensive training to new clerks regarding phone call management with customers, window duties, and daily work.
Office Assistant
Blue Ribbon Horse Trailering
04.2022 - 02.2023
- Provided administrative support to staff members, including copying and scanning documents, filing paperwork, and ordering supplies.
- Organized office operations and procedures, such as managing calendars, scheduling appointments, preparing reports and maintaining records.
- Answered incoming calls in a professional manner and directed callers to the appropriate personnel.
- Coordinated travel arrangements for staff members, including making reservations for flights or hotels.
- Managed office supply inventory by tracking orders and ensuring adequate stock levels are maintained at all times.
- Performed data entry tasks into various computer systems accurately and efficiently.
- Assisted with special projects as needed by researching information on the internet or through other sources.
- Maintained an organized filing system of paper documents and electronic files.
- Offered diverse clerical support to office team members, managed correspondence, answered telephone calls and tracked documentation.
- Checked office supply levels, anticipated needs and placed orders for appropriate stock levels.
- Conducted office inventory checks and requested restock of supplies.
- Dispersed incoming mail to correct recipients throughout office.
- Monitored calendars and scheduled appointments based on availability and established load limits.
- Proofread and corrected correspondence and reports for error-free documentation.
- Operated photocopiers and scanners, facsimile machines and personal computers.
- Delivered messages and ran errands.
- Copied, sorted and filed records of office activities and business transactions.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Criminal Justice
Eastern Gateway Community College
High School Diploma - undefined
Jersey Community High School
Jerseyville, ILSkills
- Courtroom etiquette
- Microsoft office
- Legal research
- Legal writing
- Client confidentiality
- Document drafting
- Legal terminology
- Case analysis
- Legal analysis
- Court procedures and proceedings
Timeline
Senior Judiciary Clerk
State of Maryland Judiciary
12.2024 - Current
Deputy Clerk of the Court
Norfolk General District Court
02.2023 - 06.2024
Office Assistant
Blue Ribbon Horse Trailering
04.2022 - 02.2023
High School Diploma - undefined
Jersey Community High School
Associate of Applied Science - Criminal Justice
Eastern Gateway Community College