Michelle D. Golden
Hinesville,USA
Summary
Entry-level proofreader and editor with a journalism degree. Skilled in copy polishing and text analysis for media, non-profits, private companies, and government organizations. Experience includes supporting non-profits, ensuring legal compliance, and enhancing judicial processes.
Overview
2027
2027
years of professional experience
Work History
Contributing Correspondent, (Independent K)
The Coastal Courier
2012 - Current
- Collaborated with county and government reporter to produce articles on education policy; authored and refined articles highlighting key community events.
- Covered local events in detail for publication. and community issues for publication.
- Conducted interviews with residents and officials to gather information.
- Researched story ideas and developed engaging content for articles.
Paralegal/Client-Intake
JC Vision & Associates
Hinesville, USA
2022 - 2022
- Managed client-intake process at front desk, creating efficient and welcoming experience for clients.
- Supported non-profit mission by providing tools that enhanced economic success and equal access for residents and communities in Georgia.
Legal Documents Specialist
True Professional Consulting
Hinesville, USA
01.2015 - 12.2017
- Drafted incorporation documents and operational manuals for nonprofits and small businesses, ensuring compliance with legal requirements and enhancing organizational effectiveness.
- Delivered legal support to nonprofits and small businesses at a consulting firm, facilitating their formation and operational needs.
- Managed document organization and retrieval for efficient workflow processes.
Volunteer Writer
American Bar Association, Section of Litigation
Chicago, USA
01.2011 - 12.2015
- Researched case law and statutes to inform writing on current legal topics.
- Wrote case summaries and articles to clarify complex legal issues for a broader audience.
- Researched legal trends and issues for publication in association newsletters.
- Drafted articles to inform members about litigation practices and developments.
- Collaborated with legal professionals to gather insights for content creation.
Program Assistant, (Temporary)
Atlantic Area CASA, First Judicial
Hinesville, USA
01.2014 - 12.2014
- Facilitated pairing of guardian ad litems with deprived, abused, and neglected children by managing caseload, opening and closing cases, documenting important data, and maintaining case files, docket book, and hearing calendar.
- Managed case file documentation and ensured compliance with judicial guidelines.
- Assisted in coordinating volunteer training sessions for court-appointed advocates.
Program Coordinator
Interactive Education Concepts
Encino, USA
01.2008 - 12.2009
- Implemented 'edu-tainment' approach to driver education, collaborating with stakeholders in the legal community to enhance marketing strategies.
- Updated driver's ed curriculum for several states by conducting legal research to ensure compliance with current statutes and regulations, performed market research and initiated sales calls to drive engagement, wrote white papers.
- Developed training materials and resources to support educational initiatives.
- Managed communication between instructors, students, and administrative staff effectively.
Judicial Intern
American Bar Association, Section of Litigation
Chicago, USA
01.2006 - 12.2006
- Managed calendar calls to facilitate trial preparation for officers of the court.
- Edited responses to attorney motions to support judicial decision-making.
Legislative Research Associate/Court Analyst
Judicial Council of Georgia, AOC
Atlanta, USA
2003 - 2005
- Conducted legal research and writing to ensure compliance with judiciary policy, supporting administrative functions through proofreading and editing research memos.
- Supported state government agency in enhancing justice across Georgia courts through collaboration, innovation, and information sharing.
- Conducted legal research to support judicial policy development and recommendations.
- Assisted in data collection and analysis to identify case management improvement opportunities.
- Drafted reports that summarized findings on judicial system effectiveness, providing insights for policy development.
Public Affairs Reporter, (Intern)
The Macon Telegraph, Atlanta Bureau
Macon, USA
2003 - 2003
- Wrote and developed articles analyzing key outcomes of 2003 legislative session in Georgia.
- Interviewed officials and other stakeholders for information gathering.
Education
BSC - News-Editorial Journalism, English minor
University of Miami
Coral GablesJD - Law
Ave Maria School of Law
Naples, FloridaSkills
- Fact-checking and line editing
- Grammar proficiency
- Deadline management
- Adherence to style guides
- Research skills
- Team collaboration
- Independent work
- Multitasking abilities
- Basic multimedia skills
Timeline
Legal Documents Specialist
True Professional Consulting
01.2015 - 12.2017
Program Assistant, (Temporary)
Atlantic Area CASA, First Judicial
01.2014 - 12.2014
Volunteer Writer
American Bar Association, Section of Litigation
01.2011 - 12.2015
Program Coordinator
Interactive Education Concepts
01.2008 - 12.2009
Judicial Intern
American Bar Association, Section of Litigation
01.2006 - 12.2006
Contributing Correspondent, (Independent K)
The Coastal Courier
2012 - Current
Paralegal/Client-Intake
JC Vision & Associates
2022 - 2022
Legislative Research Associate/Court Analyst
Judicial Council of Georgia, AOC
2003 - 2005
Public Affairs Reporter, (Intern)
The Macon Telegraph, Atlanta Bureau
2003 - 2003
BSC - News-Editorial Journalism, English minor
University of Miami
JD - Law
Ave Maria School of Law