Mitsy West
Brooklyn
Summary
Detail-oriented and versatile legal professional skilled in case preparation and administrative support, adept at organizing complex legal documents and maintaining meticulous records. Proven track record in facilitating efficient court operations and enhancing communication between court and legal personnel. Committed to delivering high-quality outcomes in fast-paced environments.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
Work History
D.A.T CLERK (Early Case Assessment Bureau)
Kings County District Attorney's Office
03.2025 - Current
- Provide Administrative support for Desk Appearance Ticket Unit in ECAB
- Receive and review case packets to ensure relevant documents are in order
- Obtained necessary paperwork from case management and NYPD portal to ensure case readiness
- Prepare missing documents such as Arraignment Data Sheet
- Request missing documents such as supporting depositions from NYPD
- Prepared case folders for court submission, ensuring all documentation was complete and organized
- Assisted supervisor in closing outstanding D.A.T. cases
MANAGER
Authentic Kitchen
Brooklyn
04.2023 - 02.2025
- Managed daily kitchen operations and staff scheduling for high-volume service.
- Managed daily operations, facilitating efficient restaurant functionality and delivering exceptional customer service
- Developed training programs to enhance employee skills and performance.
CLERK OF COURT
The Special Coroner's Court
Kingston
05.2022 - 03.2023
- Prepared and reviewed case files involving suspicious, sudden or unnatural deaths of persons while in the custody and care of the State
- Assisted Coroner during inquest by eliciting and organizing key evidence to support case resolution
- Took verbatim notes during inquest to corroborate official court records
- Communicated with attorneys and clients to provide timely updates on upcoming inquest hearings.
- Performed daily clerical tasks including preparation of subpoenas, summoning jury for inquest and witness scheduling
- Prepared correspondence including drafting letters and emails on behalf of the Coroner
- Facilitated daily follow-up communications, enhancing internal communication and coordination among staff
- Served as point of contact for family of deceased, providing timely updates and relevant information to support their needs
CLERK OF COURT
St. Ann Parish Court
St. Ann's Bay
02.2022 - 05.2022
- Prepared court orders and managed case files for Criminal Court, Children's Court and Family Court
- Reviewed criminal cases to develop lines of questioning and identify outstanding documents for prosecution
- Assisted in criminal court trials by swearing in witnesses, leading chief examination questions, managing exhibits, and ensuring adherence to court procedures
- Processed child care and protection cases, focusing on custody and maintenance outcomes
- Worked alongside social services and probation officers to handle matters aimed at the welfare of the child
- Conducted interviews in relation to civilians seeking protection orders in domestic violence cases and scheduling hearing dates for same protection orders
COURT REPORTER/STENOGRAPHER
The Supreme Court of Jamaica
Kingston
06.2003 - 02.2022
- Took accurate verbatim notes during high-profile criminal and civil proceedings in Supreme Court, contributing to comprehensive legal documentation
- Proofread and edited notes from high-volume legal proceedings, ensuring accuracy and clarity for distribution to court and interested parties
- Collated final transcripts of trial matters for timely distribution to Court of Appeal, ensuring adherence to deadlines through early mornings and late evenings
- Logged daily court hearings with accuracy to ensure comprehensive record-keeping
- Provided real-time captioning in courtrooms with computer monitors
Education
Legal Education Certificate -
Norman Manley Law School
Mona Campus, Jamaica, West Indies01-2021
Bachelor of Laws (LLB) Hons - Law
University of Technology, Jamaica
Jamaica, West Indies01-2019
Court Reporting Certificate - Court Reporting
Justice Training Institute
Jamaica, West Indies01-2003
Skills
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite
- LexisNexis
- Westlaw
- Problem solving
- Organizational skills
- Time management
- Customer service
- Excellent verbal and written communication
- Interpersonal skills
- Team player
- Microsoft Office proficiency
- Integrity
- Computer skills
Timeline
D.A.T CLERK (Early Case Assessment Bureau)
Kings County District Attorney's Office
03.2025 - Current
MANAGER
Authentic Kitchen
04.2023 - 02.2025
CLERK OF COURT
The Special Coroner's Court
05.2022 - 03.2023
CLERK OF COURT
St. Ann Parish Court
02.2022 - 05.2022
COURT REPORTER/STENOGRAPHER
The Supreme Court of Jamaica
06.2003 - 02.2022
Legal Education Certificate -
Norman Manley Law School
Bachelor of Laws (LLB) Hons - Law
University of Technology, Jamaica
Court Reporting Certificate - Court Reporting
Justice Training Institute