Myra W. Armstead
Summary
Personable aspiring professional pending attorney who demonstrates the highest level of professionalism and confidentiality. Passionate about the profession, which drives a willingness to further develop my lawyering skills. Willing to follow directives guidance and instructions from experienced attorneys, ensuring adequate and efficient processing of each case. Possess a working knowledge of legal principles, practices, methods and various techniques. Attentive to detail, ability to identify and evaluate pertinent facts regulations and policies.
Overview
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Work History
EEOC Counselor Collateral Employee
U.S. Federal Government (Social Security Administration)
- Advised senior management on appropriate actions needed to address any identified noncompliance issues relating to equal employment opportunity principles.
- Attended conferences and seminars related to EEO best practices and regulatory updates.
- Maintained detailed records of all EEO activities, including investigation results and legal documents.
- Interviewed personnel involved in discrimination and equal rights complaints to collect information, outline grievances and mediate conflicts
- Drafted reports that outlined findings from investigations and recommended corrective action when necessary.
- Kept detailed records of interviews and data to meet compliance standards and support future reviews.
Court Clerk
Jefferson County Family Court
- Updated records after each hearing or trial was concluded.
- Processed payments for fines or fees associated
- Provided clerical support such as typing letters, memos, orders and judgments.
- Prepared and issued summons, complaints, warrants and other documents necessary for daily courtroom operations.
- Managed daily court dockets to ensure efficient case progression.
- Processed legal filings and fees, ensuring compliance with court procedures.
- Liaised with general public to process document requests and provide customer service by phone or email and in person, keeping records of payments and documents provided.
- Coordinated with judges, attorneys, and law enforcement to schedule court sessions.
Paralegal/Law Clerk
Judge Jackie McDougal
- Drafted motions, briefs and other legal documents.
- Contacted witnesses and scheduled interviews and evaluations.
- Facilitated communication between attorneys, clients, witnesses, and court personnel.
- Performed extensive research to prepare for court cases and gathered pertinent case information.
- Managed case files and documentation, ensuring accuracy and confidentiality.
- Filed pleadings and paperwork with court clerk to meet strict deadlines.
- Identified and analyzed legal documents, discoveries and contracts.
- Interviewed clients and obtained vital case information to support associates.
- Drafted witness declarations and pretrial statements.
- Attended court proceedings to observe trials or hearings.
Municipal Court Magistrate
City of Bessemer
- Researched and analyzed laws and statutes to assist in making just decisions.
- Determined probable cause for issuing arrest warrants.
- Managed and directed bond hearing sessions.
- Updated and maintained databases with current information.
- Updated records after each hearing or trial was concluded.
- Processed payments for fines or fees associated with cases heard in court.
- Managed calendar scheduling for courtroom proceedings.
- Answered face-to-face and telephone requests for information about warrants, citations and other court documents or procedures.
- Drafted and distributed court orders and decisions as directed by judges.
- Served as liaison between the courts and law enforcement agencies when necessary.
- Reviewed paperwork submitted by attorneys to verify accuracy before submitting it to the judge.
Legal Clinic Volunteer
- Provided legal aid to individuals affected by storms.
- Facilitated legal document preparation in support of community members' estate plans.
- Organized community events focused on voter awareness and registration in Selma, Alabama.
- Served as student liaison for Alabama Lawyer’s Associate CLE.
Education
J.D. -
Miles Law School
Master's of Science - Criminal Justice
Columbia Southern University
Master's of Science - Public Administration
Columbia Southern University
Bachelor's of Science - Criminal Justice
Faulkner University
Skills
- Court procedures
- Legal drafting
- Case management
- Legal research
- Client counseling
- Reviewing documents
Certification
- Pending Alabama Bar Admissions, 10/2025
- Candidate July 2025 Bar Examinee
- Certified Court Magistrate, 01/01/08
- NCIC Certified, 01/01/07
Accomplishments
- Recipient of the Women Lawyer’s Service Award
- Recipient of Delta Theta Phi Law Fraternity – Jospeh M. Perry Parliamentary Advocacy Award
- U.S. Federal Government Atlanta Regional Commissioner's Humanitarian Award Recipient
- Mock Trial - Winner (Lead Prosecutor Criminal Mock Trial Competition)
- Recipient of Trademark Women of Distinction Honor Award
Volunteer Experience
- Legal Assistance for storm victims
- Nonprofit Organization Free Wills Estate Clinic
- Voter's Education and Registration - Selma Alabama
- Alabama Lawyer’s Associate CLE - Courtroom Procedures (student liaison)
License
Bonded Notary, Alabama at Large
Timeline
EEOC Counselor Collateral Employee
U.S. Federal Government (Social Security Administration)
Court Clerk
Jefferson County Family Court
Paralegal/Law Clerk
Judge Jackie McDougal
Municipal Court Magistrate
City of Bessemer
Legal Clinic Volunteer
J.D. -
Miles Law School
Master's of Science - Criminal Justice
Columbia Southern University
Master's of Science - Public Administration
Columbia Southern University
Bachelor's of Science - Criminal Justice
Faulkner University
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