Laura Cate
Knoxville,TN
Summary
Professional with strong background in legal support, equipped to handle variety of tasks in fast-paced environment. Expertise in legal research, document management, and case preparation, ensuring accuracy and compliance. Known for time management and meeting deadlines. Strong organizational skills and proactive approach to problem-solving.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Intake Counselor
Knox County Juvenile Court
Knoxville, TN
06.2022 - Current
- Assessing client needs, reviewing legal filings, assisting clients with custody/visitation filings, case management, court attendance, general office duties.
Court Program Specialist
Community Alternatives to Prison Program
Knoxville, TN
09.2019 - 05.2022
- Assessing client needs, conducting assessment interviews, report writing, case management, statistical data keeping, crisis intervention, court attendance, general office duties.
Domestic Violence Community Case Manager/Sexual Assault Rep
Onslow Women’s Center
Jacksonville, NC
07.2014 - 09.2017
- Assessing client needs, facilitating support groups, client intake, case management, community media representative, special event planning, statistical data.
Adult Safety Net Case Manager
Helen Ross McNabb Center
Knoxville, Tennessee
06.2013 - 04.2014
- Assessing client needs, medication management, crisis intervention, client facilitation.
Direct Care Worker/Weekend Milieu
Child and Family TN, Family Crisis Center
Knoxville, Tennessee
02.2013 - 06.2013
- Intakes, assessing client needs, general house upkeep, crisis intervention.
Education
Certificate - Paralegal Studies
University of Tennessee
Knoxville, TN12.2025
Bachelor of Arts - Sociology, Criminal Justice
The University of Tennessee
Knoxville05.2011
Cultural arts
University of Swansea
Wales09.2007
Skills
- Client advocacy
- Assessment skills
- Motivational interviewing
- Ethical practice
- Documentation proficiency
Timeline
Intake Counselor
Knox County Juvenile Court
06.2022 - Current
Court Program Specialist
Community Alternatives to Prison Program
09.2019 - 05.2022
Domestic Violence Community Case Manager/Sexual Assault Rep
Onslow Women’s Center
07.2014 - 09.2017
Adult Safety Net Case Manager
Helen Ross McNabb Center
06.2013 - 04.2014
Direct Care Worker/Weekend Milieu
Child and Family TN, Family Crisis Center
02.2013 - 06.2013
Bachelor of Arts - Sociology, Criminal Justice
The University of Tennessee
Cultural arts
University of Swansea
Certificate - Paralegal Studies
University of Tennessee