Lisa Cannon
Trinidad,CO
Summary
Dynamic Adult Diversion Director/HR/Paralegal with proven expertise in legal research and exceptional communication, honed at the 3rd Judicial District Attorney's Office. Excelled in enhancing employee knowledge, ensuring legal compliance, and supporting litigation processes. Notably improved onboarding efficiency and case management through innovative strategies and collaborative teamwork.
Strong leader and problem-solver dedicated to streamlining operations to decrease costs and promote organizational efficiency. Uses independent decision-making skills and sound judgment to positively impact company success.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Adult Diversion Director/Human Resources/Paralegal
3rd Judicial District Attorney's Office
10.2019 - Current
- Facilitated onboarding sessions and on-the-job training for new hires, bolstering employee job position knowledge and skillset.
- Maintained company compliance with local, state, and federal laws, in addition to established organizational standards.
- Motivated employees through special events, incentive programs, and constructive feedback.
- Used technologically relevant digital systems to manage payroll and benefits programs.
- Assisted counsel in preparing answers, providing documentation, and information for discovery request.
- Prepared legal briefs, motions, and pleadings.
- Edited and proofread legal documents to verify accuracy.
- Liaised with other paralegals and legal staff to complete common tasks on schedule.
- Managed scheduling of court calendars and deadlines to maintain smooth flow of firm operations.
- Communicated with clients, opposing counsel and court personnel to keep all parties informed on case updates.
- Helped attorneys prepare for trial by organizing exhibits and calling on witnesses to testify at hearings.
- Summarized depositions, legal documents and other material to provide attorney with relevant material for cases.
- Developed polished motions and briefs to support litigation processes and court proceedings.
- Reviewed, edited and proofread litigation for proper grammar, spelling and punctuation.
- Collaborated with attorneys to develop strategies for each case.
- Assisted the District Attorney, and three Deputy District Attorneys with case preparation, legal documents, discovery, and calendar management.
- Quickly responded to 20 to 30 emails per day.
Teller
First National Bank in Trinidad
04.2008 - 01.2011
- Answered telephone inquiries on checking and savings accounts, loans, and lines of credit.
- Completed highly accurate, high-volume money counts via both manual and machine-driven approaches.
- Processed customer transactions promptly, minimizing wait times.
- Balanced cash drawer daily and resolved discrepancies to provide accurate data regarding cash flow.
- Maintained accurate records of customer transactions in line with bank procedures.
- Served as primary point of contact for customers, providing assistance with account maintenance and transactions.
- Disbursed cash and checks accurately while maintaining security of cash drawers.
- Trained new hires on customer service policies and procedures.
Education
Associate of Science - Liberal Arts And Sciences
Trinidad State Junior College
Trinidad, CO05-2004
Skills
- Legal research skills
- Troubleshooting complex problems
- Exceptional writer
- Exhibit preparation
- Legal writing
- Document drafting
- Proofreading
- Record preparation
- Positive and professional
- Verbal and written communication
- Schedule and calendar management
- Meeting planning
Certification
Certificate in Paralegal Studies, Rasmussen University - With Honors
Timeline
Adult Diversion Director/Human Resources/Paralegal
3rd Judicial District Attorney's Office
10.2019 - Current
Teller
First National Bank in Trinidad
04.2008 - 01.2011
Certificate in Paralegal Studies, Rasmussen University - With Honors
Associate of Science - Liberal Arts And Sciences
Trinidad State Junior College
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