Mariann Fiechtner
Burleigh County States Attorney
Bismarck,ND
36
years of professional experience
Legal Secretary supporting prosecutors with court filing, legal document preparation, and calendar management across traffic, DUS, NSF checks, child support, and law enforcement matters. Handles subpoenas, pleadings, discovery responses, certified driving records, and electronic submissions while keeping records accurate and moving on schedule. Coordinates court dates, gathers supporting documents, and backs up legal staff during high-volume periods.
Work History
Server/Supervisor
4 Years 11 Months- Managed guest interactions from greeting and order-taking to ensuring satisfaction and processing payments, while also being responsible for maintaining a clean environment and supervising front-of-house team members when necessary.
Legal Assistant
6 Years 11 Months- Successfully submit legal documentation through the District Court System.
- Execute the review and redaction of documents for discovery, including the processing of media evidence from law enforcement for said discovery.
- Support the onboarding of new personnel and maintained necessary interactions with law enforcement, legal counsel, and judicial bodies.
Legal Secretary
7 Months- Drafted and prepared a variety of legal documents, including subpoenas, motion briefs, and pleadings for traffic, DUS, Game and Fish, checks, and child support cases.
- Electronically filed a range of legal documents for attorneys, including dismissals, revocations, Rule 43 plea agreements, warrants, demands, and motions.
- Processed all citations from the Bismarck Police Department and Burleigh County Sheriff's Department, ensuring accurate filing with the district court.
- Generated discovery responses, fingerprint cards, and processed incoming reports, in-custodies, and law enforcement requests.
- Handled civil judgments, certified driving records, and no-liability responses efficiently.
- Scheduled court dates and trials, meticulously gathered supporting documents, and managed the office calendar.
- Provided comprehensive backup support to other Legal Secretaries and the Legal Clerk.
- Provided essential support to Legal Assistants with diverse tasks as required.
- Managed inbound calls, greeted visitors, and provided prompt assistance with inquiries.
File Clerk
1 Year- Organized and filed documents for attorneys and legal assistants.
- Retrieved files for court proceedings and maintained the integrity of the fileroom.
- Processed daily mail and managed fingerprint records.
- Ensured accurate filing of all documents into their corresponding files and purged outdated files.
- Addressed phone inquiries and provided backup support for legal secretaries.
Daycare Provider/Owner
17 Years 1 Month- Cultivated a nurturing and safe environment for children of all ages.
- Oversaw all aspects of business operations, including financial management.
- Developed and implemented daily educational and developmental activities tailored to age groups.
- Facilitated children's problem-solving skills and promoted good hygiene and behavioral habits.
- Prepared nutritious meals daily and provided continuous supervision during all activities.
- Ensured a secure and stimulating learning and playing environment.
- Conducted regular meetings with parents to discuss child development, procedures, and any behavioral concerns.
Variety of positions
11 Years 10 Months- Managed and processed claims for injured workers, employers, and medical providers, ensuring efficient and accurate resolution, even with an increased caseload.
- Reviewed claim documentation to determine acceptance or denial based on established criteria.
- Responded to inquiries from medical providers, employers, and injured workers via phone.
- Administered payment of medical bills and coordinated physician appointments for injured workers.
- Analyzed medical notes pertinent to each claim to facilitate accurate claim processing.
- Administered Vocational Rehabilitation Services to support injured workers in their return to employment.
- Maintained the highest standards of customer service and strict confidentiality regarding all claim information.
Education
High School Graduate
Skills
Correspondence
Documentation
File Management
Records Management
Office Procedures
Legal document preparation
Court filing
Calendar coordination
Document redaction
Administrative support
Notary public certification
Timeline
Server/Supervisor
Luckys 13 Pub
09.2021 - CurrentRead More
Legal Assistant
Burleigh County States Attorney
09.2019 - CurrentRead More
Legal Secretary
Burleigh County States Attorney
02.2019 - 09.2019Read More
File Clerk
Burleigh County States Attorney
02.2018 - 02.2019Read More
Daycare Provider/Owner
Self Employed
01.2001 - 02.2018Read More
Variety of positions
Workforce Safety and Insurance
03.1990 - 01.2002Read More
Velva High School
High School Graduate
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