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La'Nijeah Smith

Overview

4
4
years of professional experience

Work History

Administrative Assistant

DeKalb County District Attorney's Office
11.2023 - 08.2024

· Opening/closing cases in the Tracker and Odyssey Case Management systems

· Creating physical files

· Monitor and respond to emails sent to DA Records email

· Research difficult to find and old dispositions.

· Process State Court Transfers


Deputy Clerk II

Dekalb County Magistrate Court
11.2023 - 03.2024


  • Engaged with customers to build rapport and loyalty.
  • Solved customer challenges by offering relevant services.
  • Maintained confidentiality by adhering to strict state guidelines when handling sensitive information.
  • Provided quality clerical support through data entry, document management, email correspondence, and overseeing operation of office equipment.
  • Managed financial transactions including fee collections, disbursements, and record-keeping with accuracy and integrity.

Deputy Court Clerk

Clayton County Superior Courthouse
08.2022 - 06.2023
  • Telephones; greets customers and visitors; communicates with the general public, attorneys, court personnel, and various local officials
  • Receives and date stamps court-related and legal documents such as pleadings, motions, etc.; reviews, verifies, and records required information; enters information into department databases; updates database information; makes copies and distributes to appropriate parties; maintains copies in department manual files
  • Maintains files on department correspondence, program records, legal documents, etc
  • Attend weekly hearings such as; calendar calls, plea calendars, jury trials, motion calendars, and arraignments

Legal Intern

The Allen Law Firm
05.2022 - 07.2022


  • Reviewed, edited and proofread litigation for proper grammar, spelling and punctuation.
  • Contacted clients to schedule appointments and discuss progress of cases.
  • Filed legal documents promptly and accurately with local, state and federal courts.
  • Communicated pertinent information to clients via phone, email, and mail.

Team Lead

Chick Fil A
04.2020 - 05.2022


  • Assist in increasing business efficiency and profitability with recommended process optimizations
  • Monitored time and attendance, enforcing compliance with company procedures relating to absenteeism.
  • Established open and professional relationships with team members to achieve quick resolutions for various issues.
  • Count money and make deposits.
  • Conducted training and mentored team members to promote productivity and commitment to friendly service.

Fellow

Georgia Women's Policy Institute
07.2021 - 05.2022
  • Developed policy proposals that address real-world issues, work with coalitions, and plan and execute advocacy strategy
  • Developed unique research into the health effects of postpartum care in Black women.
  • Edited papers for submission to prestigious academic and industry journals.
  • Collaborated with Legal professionals to advance research and gain deeper understanding of topics.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Political Science

Spelman College

Timeline

Administrative Assistant

DeKalb County District Attorney's Office
11.2023 - 08.2024

Deputy Clerk II

Dekalb County Magistrate Court
11.2023 - 03.2024

Deputy Court Clerk

Clayton County Superior Courthouse
08.2022 - 06.2023

Legal Intern

The Allen Law Firm
05.2022 - 07.2022

Fellow

Georgia Women's Policy Institute
07.2021 - 05.2022

Team Lead

Chick Fil A
04.2020 - 05.2022

Bachelor of Arts - Political Science

Spelman College
La'Nijeah Smith