Kimberly A. Kane
Cuyahoga County, Clerk of Courts, Cleveland, OH
North Olmsted,OH
2027
years of professional experience
Legal professional with experience in supporting attorneys and legal teams. Skilled in managing case files, drafting legal documents, and conducting research. Strong focus on team collaboration, reliable under changing needs, and results-driven. Known for communication skills, organizational abilities, and confidentiality.
Work History
Legal Assistant
5 Years 1 Month- Drafted, proofread, and formatted correspondence, pleadings, and discovery documents for attorney review.
- Filed documents electronically with courts, ensuring compliance with procedural rules and deadlines.
- Managed attorney calendars, scheduling hearings, meetings, and filing deadlines with consistent accuracy.
- Organized case files, maintained records, and updated matter details in document management systems.
- Coordinated client communication, relayed case updates, and gathered required supporting documentation.
- Prepared discovery materials, assembled exhibits, and tracked responses through completion.
- Supported attorneys with research, document retrieval, and day-to-day litigation administrative tasks.
- 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.
- Managed high-volume workload while maintaining strict attention to detail on every task such as drafting pleadings or summarizing depositions accurately.
- Assisted with trial preparation, including creation of exhibits, compilation of witness lists, and organization of evidence materials.
- Streamlined administrative processes for better efficiency in handling caseloads, reducing paperwork backlog, and ensuring timely completion of tasks.
- Increased team efficiency by coordinating schedules, managing court dates, and ensuring timely filing of legal documents.
- Facilitated client meetings and consultations, ensuring all necessary documentation was prepared and available for attorney review.
- Drafted legal documents, including pleadings and motions, to support attorneys in various cases.
- Coordinated case calendars, deadlines, and court schedules to support attorney workflow.
- Drafted and proofread pleadings, correspondence, and legal documents with high accuracy.
- Managed electronic and paper case files, ensuring organized access to litigation materials.
- Filed documents with courts through e-filing systems and verified submission compliance.
- Scheduled depositions, meetings, and travel arrangements for attorneys and clients.
- Communicated with clients, courts, and opposing counsel to relay updates and request information.
Deputy Clerk - Legal Assistant Clerk I
10 Years 9 Months- Clerks file incoming Criminal, Domestic, Juvenile, and Traffic cases, Service Dept., Special Investigations, Journal, and Jury, Finance Dept., Domestic Court processes, Imaging, and all departments in the Clerk of Courts and employees.
- Filed cases efficiently, processed payments, and managed correspondence from agencies, attorneys, and the public.
- Filing very proficient cases. Taking in payment payments, processing all correspondence from other agencies, attorney, the public.
- Issued court sealed copies to the Sheriff’s Dept.
- Docket Entry work for the court and case, and journalizing Judgment Entries.
- Performed docket entry work for court cases and journalized judgment entries.
- Prepared and filed daily reports for management review.
- Delivered court documents to appropriate parties to ensure timely processing.
- Assist new in July 2016 to Finance Dept.
- Processed court filings, docket entries, and case updates with accuracy across multiple case management systems.
- Maintained confidential court records, imaging documents and preserving file integrity for retrieval and compliance.
- Prepared court notices, summonses, and correspondence using standardized templates and statutory deadlines.
- Coordinated daily front-counter operations, prioritizing requests and resolving routine service issues efficiently.
- Provided exceptional customer service to the public, answering inquiries and directing individuals to appropriate resources.
Loan Processor
10 Years- Shipped files for loan acquisition and reviewed documents for accuracy.
- Gathered underwriting information to prepare FHA and VA loans.
- Conducted title searches to ensure accurate property ownership records. on every loan, verifying descriptions between borrowers and borrowers.
- Coordinated with borrowers, loan officers, and third-party vendors to collect required documentation.
- Tracked loan files through processing stages, maintaining organized records and clear status updates.
- Verified income, assets, employment, and credit information against submitted application data.
- Prepared disclosure packages and ensured timely delivery of required loan documentation.
- Resolved file discrepancies by communicating missing items and correcting processing errors.
- Monitored underwriting conditions and followed up on outstanding requirements to keep files moving.
- Supported closing preparation by confirming final loan details and documentation readiness.
- Coordinated communication among borrowers, underwriters, title companies, and loan officers to resolve conditions.
- Monitored processing deadlines and followed up on missing documentation to maintain workflow continuity.
- Prepared and organized closing packages, ensuring final documents matched approved loan terms.
- Reviewed loan files for completeness, identified missing documentation, and generated condition lists for applicants.
- Assisted loan officers with origination and closing processes to fastrack procedures and promote teamwork.
- Promoted a positive work environment through effective communication skills and teamwork initiatives.
Home Health Aide
- Provided daily care and ensured the well-being of elderly, handicapped, and mentally ill patients in their homes and long-term care facilities.
- Performed housekeeping, shopping, patient transportation, personal care, and assisted with daily activities.
- Prepared meals and followed dietary guidelines to support client health needs.
- Provided medication reminders and reinforced adherence to care plans.
- Supported mobility, transfers, and ambulation using safe lifting techniques.
- Maintained clean living spaces, sanitized surfaces, and changed linens.
- Documented daily care activities, observations, and client progress accurately.
- Communicated client needs with families and healthcare professionals promptly.
- Helped patients maintain personal hygiene through bathing, grooming, and toileting assistance when necessary for dignity preservation.
- Assisted clients with daily living activities, enhancing their independence and quality of life.
- Performed light housekeeping duties including laundry linen changes sweeping vacuuming and mopping ensuring a clean and organized living space for patients.
- Provided personal care support including bathing, dressing, grooming, and mobility assistance for clients in home settings.
- Monitored vital signs and documented changes in condition for timely reporting to nursing staff.
- Assisted with meal preparation, feeding, and hydration while following individualized care plans.
- Maintained clean, safe living spaces by performing light housekeeping and infection-control practices.
- Supported medication reminders and appointment coordination to promote consistent daily routines.
- Observed client behavior and health changes, escalating concerns promptly to supervising caregivers.
- Guided new aides in proper transfer techniques, client privacy, and safe bedside care practices.
- Built trusted relationships with clients and families through dependable, compassionate in-home support.
- Maintained a clean and safe home environment for patients, reducing falls and accidents.
- Performed laundry, grocery shopping and other light housekeeping duties as instructed by client.
- Assisted patients with dressing, grooming and feeding needs, helping to overcome, and adapt to mobility restrictions.
Corporate Sales Representative
29 Years 11 Months- Handled all corporate orders, including sales, data entry, and inventory and packaging.
- Provided customer service at front desk.
- Built client relationships through responsive follow-up and accurate account support.
- Prepared tailored proposals for holiday gifting and recurring food service needs.
- Coordinated order details with store teams to ensure timely delivery.
- Tracked sales opportunities and updated customer records in CRM systems.
- Resolved pricing, product, and scheduling questions with clear communication.
- Supported account growth by identifying repeat business and upsell opportunities.
- Maintained accuracy across invoicing, order entry, and customer documentation.
- Developed and implemented effective sales strategies to increase corporate client base.
Education
- religion & Child Care and Early Development
Graduated 1988
Skills
Rapid adaptation
Microsoft office
Calendar management
Legal document preparation
Client communication
Legal research
Microsoft Office Suite
Fast learner
Timeline
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Deputy Clerk - Legal Assistant Clerk I
Cuyahoga County, Clerk of Courts, Cleveland, OH
01.2016 - CurrentRead More
Loan Processor
Schmitt Mortgage Company, Rocky River, Ohio
01.1999 - 01.2009Read More
Corporate Sales Representative
Honey Baked Ham Co.
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Fairview Park High School
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Parish Center Center
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Suburban West Nursing Registry, Rocky River, Ohio
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St. Joseph Academy
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