Melissa Smith
Alton,MO
Summary
Detail-oriented Legal Secretary skilled in case management software, subpoena preparation, and legal document drafting. Manages filings, coordinates service of process, and safeguards confidential records. Provides efficient support to attorneys and ensures smooth case processing, demonstrating strong time management and comprehensive knowledge of legal procedures.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Legal Secretary
Prosecuting Attorney's Office
Alton, MT
01.2019 - Current
- Prepared subpoenas, pleadings, and hearing packets for courtroom use.
- Drafted correspondence, memos, and legal documents for attorney review.
- Managed criminal case files for prosecutors in Prosecuting Attorney's Office.
- Tracked deadlines, filings, and case updates using office records systems.
- Coordinated service of process and secure delivery of legal materials.
- Communicated with law enforcement, victims, and witnesses regarding case status.
- Answered incoming calls from clients and attorneys to provide assistance or route calls to appropriate personnel.
- Prepared correspondence, memos, reports and other legal documents using Microsoft Word.
- Proofed documents and submitted to attorneys for review.
- Maintained attorney calendars by keeping track of appointments, meetings and conferences.
- Assisted in maintaining department attorney personnel files with utmost confidentiality.
- Sorted and distributed incoming mail to appropriate personnel.
- Photocopied all correspondence, documents and other printed materials.
- Greeted visitors to the office in a professional manner.
- Monitored office supply inventory and ordered items to ensure adequate stock levels.
Cashier
Simpson's True Value
Alton, mo
08.2015 - 12.2018
- Operated cash register, accurately processing various payment methods and ensuring positive customer experience.
- Processed cash, credit, and debit payments at Simpson's True Value front counter.
- Greeted customers and answered product questions about hardware, paint, and home repair supplies.
- Maintained clean checkout area and restocked impulse items near registers.
- Wrapped, bagged, and loaded heavy items to facilitate customer carryout assistance.
- Assisted management with operational tasks to support efficient store functionality.
- Stocked shelves with merchandise regularly.
Education
Alton High School
Alton, MO05-1991
Skills
- Subpoena preparationaration
- Document drafting
- Legal filing procedures
- Case file organization
- Case management software
- Microsoft Word
Timeline
Legal Secretary
Prosecuting Attorney's Office
01.2019 - Current
Cashier
Simpson's True Value
08.2015 - 12.2018
Alton High School