Katelyn Dodson
Webb City
Summary
To advance my legal career by utilizing my training, self-teaching abilities, and hands-on experience in estate planning, probate, civil process, and administrative support. I am eager to expand my expertise across multiple areas of law and contribute meaningfully to a professional legal team.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Paralegal and Civil Process
Stevenson Law Office, P.C.
10.2018 - Current
- Draft legal documents, correspondence, and pleadings for probate, estate(s), contracts, deeds, litigation and guardianship cases.
- Conduct legal research and maintain client communication.
- File documents electronically within the Missouri Court System (Case.net).
- Serve as a fiduciary for 30 plus veterans under a VA contract, managing monthly benefits and life needs.
- Appointed as private process server in multiple court cases.
Court Transcriber
Karen English Transcription Service
05.2022 - 12.2022
- Transcribed court hearings verbatim from audio recordings.
- Used CourtSmart system and WordPerfect software.
Bud Trimmer
Self-Employed for Missouri Cultivator
05.2020 - 12.2022
- Assisted in cannabis cultivation by trimming and preparing product for distribution.
Administrative Assistant
Commercial Glass and Metal, INC.
01.2018 - 10.2018
- Manage payroll, accounts payable/receivable, and client communications.
- Generate quotes and estimates; maintain company records using QuickBooks.
Admissions Specialist/Support Team Leader
Ozark Center
03.2014 - 03.2017
- Promoted to Admissions Specialist to Team Leader.
- Managed federal probation and pretrial admissions, detox, and residential program intakes.
- Supervised 8 staff members, conducted audits, created Excel reports, and supported HR Tasks.
Cosmetologist
Salon529
01.2011 - 11.2013
- Provided full-service cosmetology including cuts, color, waxing, and inventory management.
Education
Associate of Science - Paralegal Studies
Drury University
05.2021
Level 3 Cosmetology Student - Cosmetology
City Pointe Beauty Academy
09.2010
Skills
- Notary Public Exp: 06/19/2029
- Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
- QuickBooks
- Missouri Casenet
- Oklahoma Court Records (OSCN)
- MyCase Software
- Knowledge and training in legal ethics
- WordPerfect
- WealthCounsel
- Process Serving
- Able to handle disgruntled clients and uncomfortable situations in a professional manner
- Proficient in Typing 72WPM
- Exceptional understanding of terms involving probation, parole, mental health, substance use, and guardianship
- Understanding the terms and conditions of Estate Planning and Probate Cases
Timeline
Court Transcriber
Karen English Transcription Service
05.2022 - 12.2022
Bud Trimmer
Self-Employed for Missouri Cultivator
05.2020 - 12.2022
Paralegal and Civil Process
Stevenson Law Office, P.C.
10.2018 - Current
Administrative Assistant
Commercial Glass and Metal, INC.
01.2018 - 10.2018
Admissions Specialist/Support Team Leader
Ozark Center
03.2014 - 03.2017
Cosmetologist
Salon529
01.2011 - 11.2013
Level 3 Cosmetology Student - Cosmetology
City Pointe Beauty Academy
Associate of Science - Paralegal Studies
Drury University
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