Mary Ruth Chascsa
Hermitage,TN
Summary
Detail-oriented legal assistant skilled in document preparation, legal research, and case management. Proven ability to streamline processes and enhance client communication while managing deadlines effectively.
Overview
2026
2026
years of professional experience
Work History
Legal Assistant
Ardelle Associates- United States Attorneys Office
Nashville, TN
10.2024 - Current
- Prepared legal documents and correspondence for attorney review and opposing council communication.
- Conducted legal research to support case preparation and information gathering.
- Managed case files, ensuring accurate documentation and timely updates.
- Maintained electronic filing systems using case management software for easy access.
- Assisted in scheduling appointments and coordinating agent meetings for attorneys.
- Organized discovery materials and managed deadlines for court filings efficiently.
- Provided administrative support to attorneys by managing calendars; scheduling appointments; organizing files; preparing correspondence; filing court documents; and obtaining necessary signatures.
- Collaborated with team members to streamline administrative processes in the office.
- Maintained client confidentiality in all matters.
- Mailed and arranged for delivery of legal correspondence to clients, witnesses and court officials.
- Ensured that all paperwork was properly filed according to established procedures.
- Maintained knowledge on case status by reviewing relevant records and reporting back to the attorney.
Manager
Papa John's Pizza
Hermitage, TN
06.2023 - 03.2024
- Managed daily operations to maintain workflow and meet deadlines.
- Implemented feedback systems to improve team communication and collaboration.
- Monitored staff performance and addressed issues.
- Enforced customer service standards and resolved customer problems to uphold quality service.
- Coached, mentored and trained team members in order to improve their job performance.
- Completed thorough opening, closing, and shift change functions to maintain operational standards each day.
Legal Assistant
Mekis and Palombo
Murfreesboro, TN
03.2022 - 08.2022
- Prepared legal documents and correspondence for attorney review and client communication.
- Conducted legal research to support case preparation and information gathering.
- Assisted in scheduling appointments and coordinating client meetings for attorneys.
- Maintained electronic filing systems using case management software for easy access.
- Communicated with clients to gather information and address inquiries effectively.
Intern
Office of R. Timothy Hogan
Murfreesboro, TN
01.2022 - 04.2022
- Assisted in research for legal cases and client documentation.
- Drafted correspondence and legal documents under supervision.
- Drafted motions and notices such as Notices of Depositions, Motions to Suppress, Final Decrees
- Drafted other legal documents such as affidavits, permanent parent plan orders, and memorandums of law.
Paralegal
Clark and Washington
Nashville, TN
- Drafted legal documents for client cases under attorney supervision.
- Managed client communications and scheduled appointments efficiently.
- Assisted in filing documents with courts and maintaining records accurately.
- Provided administrative support such as answering phones or scheduling appointments.
- Reviewed and organized legal documents, such as pleadings, motions, and briefs.
- Entered data into and managed litigation databases and Excel spreadsheets.
- Organized and maintained case files and legal documents efficiently.
- Assisted attorneys in preparing for court hearings and meetings.
- Communicated with clients regarding case updates and required documentation.
- Maintained physical files of all bankruptcy cases assigned by attorneys.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Political Science: Pre-Law
Middle Tennessee State University
Murfreesboro, TN05-2023
Skills
- Document preparation
- Legal research
- Case management
- Filing procedures
- Client communication
- Litigation support
- Team collaboration
- Customer service
- Effective communication
- Time management
- Bankruptcy law
- Criminal law knowledge
- Criminal law
- Federal criminal law
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Legal Assistant
Ardelle Associates- United States Attorneys Office
10.2024 - Current
Manager
Papa John's Pizza
06.2023 - 03.2024
Legal Assistant
Mekis and Palombo
03.2022 - 08.2022
Intern
Office of R. Timothy Hogan
01.2022 - 04.2022
Paralegal
Clark and Washington
Bachelor of Science - Political Science: Pre-Law
Middle Tennessee State University
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