Katrina Curnutt
Edgar Springs,MO
Summary
Focused and dedicated Legal Assistant with exceptional work ethic and proven strengths in case management support. Strong multitasker skilled at managing high-volume caseloads while consistently meeting deadlines. Persistent and resourceful problem-solver with excellent research and communication skills.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Legal Assistant II
MO Public Defender
Rolla, MO
04.2024 - Current
- Knowledgeable dealing with pleadings, affidavits, motions and exhibit preparation.
- Reviewed and prepared legal documents, such as contracts, pleadings, motions, briefs, memoranda of law and discovery requests.
- Scanned physical documents into electronic format for storage in a secure database system.
- Responded to client calls and inquiries to deliver applicable information.
- Ensured that all paperwork was properly filed according to established procedures.
- Organized and prepared case exhibits and evidence for trial.
- Met with clients and attorneys to discuss case details and evidence.
- Participated in client interviews, observed questioning process and documented information.
- Organized exhibits for trial proceedings.
Benefit Program Technician
Family Support Division
Rolla, MO
01.2020 - 07.2024
- Reviewed applications for eligibility to ensure compliance with established regulations.
- Provided technical assistance to staff on new or existing benefit programs.
- Ensured compliance with federal, state, and local regulations affecting benefits programs, including ACA and ERISA.
- Processed applications and supporting documentation for various benefit programs.
- Coordinated benefits processing, including enrollments, terminations and claims.
- Agency representative during administrative hearings.
- Submitted decisions to Attorney General's Office
Legal Assistant
Division of Legal Services
Jefferson City, MO
12.2016 - 01.2020
- Reviewed and prepared legal documents, such as contracts, pleadings, motions, briefs, memoranda of law and discovery requests.
- Stayed abreast of changes in legislative and regulatory guidelines.
- Researched case law, statutes, regulations and other legal authorities to support assigned tasks.
- Provided administrative support to attorneys by managing calendars; scheduling appointments; organizing files; preparing correspondence; filing court documents; and obtaining necessary signatures.
Office Support Assistant
Jefferson City Correctional Center
Jefferson City, MO
12.2007 - 12.2016
- Composed routine correspondence such as letters, memos and emails for staff members.
- Handled confidential information in a professional manner.
- Operated office equipment such as computers, printers, copiers and scanners.
- Offered reception coverage to relieve staff during absences or breaks.
- Provided general administrative and clerical support including filing, photocopying, scanning and faxing documents.
- Inputted data into computer databases using Microsoft Office applications such as Excel, Word and PowerPoint.
Education
High School Diploma -
Carrollton
Saginaw, MI05-1989
Skills
- Legal research
- Document management
- Case preparation
- Legal writing
- Regulatory compliance
- Client communication
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Legal Assistant II
MO Public Defender
04.2024 - Current
Benefit Program Technician
Family Support Division
01.2020 - 07.2024
Legal Assistant
Division of Legal Services
12.2016 - 01.2020
Office Support Assistant
Jefferson City Correctional Center
12.2007 - 12.2016
High School Diploma -
Carrollton
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