Kati Haggard
Covington,GA
Summary
Proven Investigator with a track record of detailed report writing and ethical conduct, honed at Newton County Public Defender's Office. Excelled in high-stress situations, demonstrating due diligence and calmness. Achieved significant improvements in case preparation efficiency, leveraging strong research abilities and legal knowledge. Skilled in fostering collaborative environments, significantly enhancing team productivity.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Investigator
Newton County Public Defender's Office
08.2023 - Current
- Conducted interviews with witnesses and clients.
- Prepared 6 different court Calendars and Spreadsheets for attorneys within an hour of receiving court documents.
- Handle pertinent attorney requests, such as 'Release of Information' and guilty plea paperwork.
- Conduct up to 25 daily jail visits to determine qualified applicants.
- Prepare and review Digital Discovery for clients in and out of custody.
Jail Deputy
Rockdale County Sheriff's Office
01.2021 - 08.2023
- Managed accurate record-keeping systems for efficient access to inmate information when needed.
- Investigated and responded to approximately 10 incidents of inmate misconduct per day.
- Interviewed inmates to obtain information and evidence, when necessary.
- Utilized effective communication skills when interacting with diverse populations including attorneys, family members, and other law enforcement agencies on behalf of incarcerated individuals daily.
Dispatcher
Rockdale County Government
01.2018 - 01.2021
- Provided exceptional customer service to callers in crisis, displaying empathy while obtaining necessary information for emergency response teams in the span of 2 to 5 minutes.
- Collaborated with fellow dispatchers to maintain a cohesive team environment, fostering seamless communication during emergencies.
- Proved successful working within tight deadlines and a fast-paced environment.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Criminal Justice
Georgia State University
Atlanta12.2016
Skills
- Client communication
- Case management
- Office administration
- Calendar management
- Attorney support
- Interviewing witnesses
Certification
- Georgia Post Certifications - 300hrs
- Paralegal Certificate - In process of completing
Life Saving Award
Assisted in the successful resuscitation of a premature baby that was just born, while on duty at the Rockdale County Jail.
Timeline
Investigator
Newton County Public Defender's Office
08.2023 - Current
Jail Deputy
Rockdale County Sheriff's Office
01.2021 - 08.2023
Dispatcher
Rockdale County Government
01.2018 - 01.2021
Bachelor of Science - Criminal Justice
Georgia State University
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