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Mary Ann Amen

Billings,MT

Summary

Dynamic legal assistant with a proven track record at Juli Pierce Law, PLLC, excelling in case management support and client relations. Mastered legal document preparation and court filing, while enhancing office efficiency and staff training at Yellowstone County. Known for exceptional conflict resolution and meticulous record-keeping, consistently delivering results beyond expectations.

Overview

10
10
years of professional experience

Work History

Legal Assistant

Juli Pierce Law, PLLC
Billings, MT
08.2021 - 07.2024
  • Maintained knowledge on case status by reviewing relevant records and reporting back to clients.
  • Generated reports summarizing case progress for internal use.
  • Greeted clients upon arrival at office and provided assistance as needed.
  • Filed clients' legal documents in relevant courts for processing.
  • Maintained client confidentiality in all matters.
  • Reviewed and prepared legal documents, such as contracts, pleadings, motions, briefs, memoranda of law and discovery requests.
  • Scanned physical documents into electronic format for storage in a secure database system.
  • Organized and prepared case exhibits and evidence for trial.
  • Drafted legal complaints, summonses and interrogatories.

Justice Court Supervisor

Yellowstone County
Billings, MT
10.2014 - 08.2021
  • Facilitated court proceedings by managing courtroom calendars, scheduling hearings and trials.
  • Coordinated the daily operations of the courtroom including filing documents, processing paperwork, answering phone calls and providing customer service.
  • Monitored court performance to ensure compliance with judicial rules and regulations.
  • Verified application data and account information against legal documentation to determine accuracy and integrity.
  • Recorded vital and fiscal records and accounts.
  • Ensured that all legal documents were properly filed in a timely manner.
  • Issued public notification of official activities or meetings to public.
  • Maintained accurate records of court proceedings and decisions made by the judge or magistrate.
  • Assisted judges in preparing orders, opinions and other legal documents as needed.
  • Reviewed motions, pleadings and other legal documents for accuracy prior to presentation before the court.
  • Demonstrated strong problem-solving skills, resolving issues efficiently and effectively.
  • Provided training sessions for new staff members regarding procedures used within the courthouse.

Education

ASSOCIATE OF APPLIED SCIENCE DEGREE - CRIMNAL JUSTICE

MOUNT IDA COLLEGE
NEWTON CENTRE, MASSACHUSETTS
06.1996

Skills

  • Personnel management
  • Schedule coordination
  • Conflict resolution
  • Training and development
  • Accurate record-keeping
  • Banking experience
  • Knowledge of legal terminology
  • Drafting and sending of legal documents
  • Maintain and organize files
  • Notary Public
  • Multi-line switchboard
  • Case management support
  • Payroll processing
  • Office management
  • Scheduling/Planning
  • Criminal law
  • Calendar management
  • Case management
  • Document preparation
  • Administrative assistance
  • File organization
  • Client relations
  • Document filing
  • Legal/Court processes
  • Court filing
  • Client service and suppor

Timeline

Legal Assistant

Juli Pierce Law, PLLC
08.2021 - 07.2024

Justice Court Supervisor

Yellowstone County
10.2014 - 08.2021

ASSOCIATE OF APPLIED SCIENCE DEGREE - CRIMNAL JUSTICE

MOUNT IDA COLLEGE
Mary Ann Amen