Kee’Achizia Willis
Dallas
Summary
Detail-oriented and highly organized Legal Assistant with experience providing comprehensive administrative and legal support to attorneys and legal teams. Skilled in legal research, document preparation, client communication, and case management. Adept at working in fast-paced legal environments with a strong commitment to confidentiality and accuracy. Proficient in legal software, court filing systems, and administrative procedures.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Legal Assistant
Smith & Johnson Law Firm
Jackson
03.2023 - Current
- Provide administrative and legal support to attorneys specializing in civil litigation and personal injury.
- Draft, proofread, and file legal documents including pleadings, motions, and discovery responses.
- Maintain organized case files, manage attorney calendars, and coordinate court dates and client meetings.
- Conduct legal research and summarize findings for attorney review.
- Interface with clients, courts, and other legal professionals to ensure efficient case management.
- Track billable hours and maintain case workflows using Clio and Microsoft Office.
Legal Intern /Office Administrative Assistant
Martin, Hughes & Associates
Jackson
06.2021 - 02.2023
- Supported attorneys in criminal and family law practices by preparing legal correspondence and case summaries.
- Assisted with trial preparation including witness lists, exhibits, and courtroom logistics.
- Maintained accurate client intake records and managed confidential files.
- Filed documents through MEC and assisted with federal e-filing through PACER.
- Provided exceptional client service and ensured timely responses to inquiries.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Criminal Justice
Jackson State University
Jackson, MS04-2022
Skills
- Legal Research & Writing
- Case File Management
- Client Communication
- Court Filing Procedures (State & Federal)
- Drafting Legal Documents (Motions, Subpoenas, Affidavits)
- Calendar Management & Scheduling
- Document Review & Summarization
- E-Filing & Court Docket Systems
- Microsoft Office Suite & Legal Software (Clio, MyCase, etc)
- Confidentiality & Ethics Compliance
Accomplishments
- Lambda Sigma Honor Society
- W.E.B. Du Bois- Harvey Honors College
- Member of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority Inc.
- Finally First Mentorship Program Queen 2019-2020
Technical Skills
- Clio, MyCase, Time Matters, Legal Files
- Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint
- E-Filing Systems: MEC, PACER, CM/ECF
- Westlaw, LexisNexis
Timeline
Legal Assistant
Smith & Johnson Law Firm
03.2023 - Current
Legal Intern /Office Administrative Assistant
Martin, Hughes & Associates
06.2021 - 02.2023
Bachelor of Science - Criminal Justice
Jackson State University