Melyse Niyihambona
West Des Moines,IA
Summary
I am dedicated legal support worker brings research, record keeping and file management abilities. Accurate, detail-oriented and thorough in handling critical documentation. I am focused and dedicated Legal Assistant with exceptional work ethic and proven strengths in case management support. Strong multitasker skilled at managing high-volume caseloads while consistently meeting deadlines. I’m responsible and motivated student ready to apply education in the workplace.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
Work History
Legal Assistant
Carr Law Firm
Des Moines, IA
02.2024 - Current
- Reviewed and prepared legal documents, such as contracts, pleadings, motions, briefs, memoranda of law and discovery requests.
- Researched case law, statutes, regulations and other legal authorities to support assigned tasks.
- Maintained client confidentiality in all matters.
Women and Children Advocate
Friends Of The Family Justice Center
Waterloo, IA
08.2022 - 12.2023
- Completed reports, paperwork and documentation accurately and on time.
- Built trust and rapport with victims of violent crimes by remaining calm and compassionate in variety of situations.
- Advocated for victims during difficult situations by filing police reports and connecting to needed services.
Court Researcher Associate
Equifax
West Des Moines, IA
12.2021 - 08.2023
- Remained highly organized and detail-oriented while working on several cases simultaneously.
- Prepared thorough, accurate and well-edited documents for cases, client communication and internal needs.
- Managed communication with courts regarding status of petitions and granted orders.
- Contributed to professional development initiatives for continuous improvement and updated knowledge of current trends and industry best practices.
- Assisted with writing motions, briefs, pleadings, petitions, orders, judgments and other documents associated with court proceedings.
Juvenile Detention Specialist
Pork Country
Des Moines, IA
05.2022 - 08.2022
- Provided supervisors oral and written reports of work performed by inmates, inmate disturbances and rule violations.
- Counseled inmates and responded to legitimate questions, concerns and requests.
- Maintained records of prisoners' identification and charges.
- Worked with therapeutic teams to facilitate counseling and group discussions for juveniles.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Criminology And Criminal Justice
University of Northern Iowa
Cedar Falls, IA05.2024
Minor - Human Development And Family Studies
University of Northern Iowa
Cedar Falls, IA05.2024
High School Diploma -
Alief Early College High School
Houston, TX05.2022
Associate of Arts -
Houston Community College
Houston, TX05.2022
Associate of Applied Science - Paralegal Studies
Kirkwood Community College
Cedar Rapids, IASkills
- Outstanding Organizational
- Team Collaboration
- Active Listening
- Microsoft Word
- Legal Research
- Legal Writing
- Case Law and Outcome Analysis
- Court Reporting
- Case Management
Timeline
Legal Assistant
Carr Law Firm
02.2024 - Current
Women and Children Advocate
Friends Of The Family Justice Center
08.2022 - 12.2023
Juvenile Detention Specialist
Pork Country
05.2022 - 08.2022
Court Researcher Associate
Equifax
12.2021 - 08.2023
Bachelor of Arts - Criminology And Criminal Justice
University of Northern Iowa
Minor - Human Development And Family Studies
University of Northern Iowa
High School Diploma -
Alief Early College High School
Associate of Arts -
Houston Community College
Associate of Applied Science - Paralegal Studies
Kirkwood Community College
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