Kee'achizia Willis
Dallas,TX
Summary
Meticulous and proactive Legal Assistant with over 3 years of experience supporting civil, criminal, and family law practices. Skilled in drafting legal documents, managing high-volume case files, conducting research, and facilitating client communications. Proven ability to thrive in fast-paced legal settings with a strong commitment to accuracy, discretion, and deadline-driven execution. Proficient in Clio, MyCase, PACER, MEC, and Microsoft Office Suite.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Legal Assistant
Smith & Johnson Law Firm
Jackson, MS
03.2023 - Current
- Draft and file a wide range of legal documents for civil litigation and personal injury cases.
- Coordinate attorney calendars, schedule court appearances, and manage all case-related deadlines.
- Conduct legal research and prepare case summaries for attorney reference.
- Serve as liaison between attorneys, courts, and clients to streamline communication and ensure procedural compliance.
- Utilize Clio to manage billing, workflow, and client records with accuracy.
- Maintained strict confidentiality, protecting sensitive client information as required by legal ethics and regulations.
- Handled office scheduling and made notes for deadlines, motions, and other important dates.
Legal Intern / Administrative Assistant
Martin, Hughes & Associates
Jackson, MS
06.2021 - 02.2023
- Assisted attorneys in preparing for criminal and family law proceedings, including witness coordination and exhibit preparation.
- Filed documents via MEC and PACER; ensured compliance with federal and state court requirements.
- Handled confidential client data, intake interviews, and maintained organized legal files.
- Delivered exceptional customer service while addressing sensitive client concerns.
- Managed case files efficiently, ensuring easy accessibility for attorneys when needed.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Criminal Justice
Jackson State University
Jackson, MS04.2022
Skills
- Legal Document Drafting (Motions, Subpoenas, Pleadings)
- Case Management & Calendar Coordination
- State & Federal Court Filing Procedures
- Legal Research & Writing
- Client Relations & Intake Processing
- Confidential Records Management
- Trial Preparation Support
- E-Filing (MEC, PACER)
- Clio, MyCase, Microsoft Office Suite
- Client service and support
- Proofreading
- File organization
- Microsoft office
- Scheduling/Planning
Timeline
Legal Assistant
Smith & Johnson Law Firm
03.2023 - Current
Legal Intern / Administrative Assistant
Martin, Hughes & Associates
06.2021 - 02.2023
Bachelor of Science - Criminal Justice
Jackson State University