Nicole Britt
YAKIMA,WA
Summary
Proactive Legal Assistant and Judicial Specialist with extensive experience in courtroom productivity and case management. Skilled in legal document preparation, calendar management, and maintaining confidentiality of sensitive information, while optimizing communication between judges, attorneys, and clients. Bringing strong attention to detail and critical thinking to support judicial processes and enhance operational efficiency.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Legal Assistant
Johnson & Johnson Law Firm
2022.05 - Current
- Maintained strict confidentiality, protecting sensitive client information as required by legal ethics and regulations.
- Handled office scheduling and made notes for deadlines, motions, and other important dates.
- Improved communication between attorneys and clients by scheduling meetings, providing status updates, and relaying critical information promptly.
- Increased client satisfaction by efficiently managing case files and promptly addressing inquiries.
Judicial Specialist
City Of Yakima
2009.03 - 2022.04
- Minimized potential errors in judgments rendered with meticulous maintenance of accurate trial records for appellate review purposes.
- Improved courtroom productivity by proficiently coordinating hearings, trials, and other judicial proceedings.
- Promoted public trust in the judiciary system through consistent application of impartiality principles when executing job duties.
- Enhanced court efficiency by streamlining case management processes and implementing digital recordkeeping systems.
- Optimized scheduling processes by efficiently managing calendars for multiple judges, ensuring no conflicts or delays in court proceedings.
- Collaborated with courthouse staff to develop training programs for new judicial specialists, fostering professional growth within the team.
- Facilitated seamless communication between judges, attorneys, and litigants by acting as a liaison and promptly addressing inquiries.
- Supported judges during hearings and trials by providing necessary documentation and assisting in various administrative tasks.
- Safeguarded judicial integrity by consistently upholding proper courtroom etiquette and decorum during all proceedings.
- Expedited case resolutions by accurately prioritizing caseloads and effectively communicating with legal professionals.
- Streamlined workflow for legal teams by proactively organizing discovery materials and facilitating access to pertinent case information.
- Maintained confidentiality of sensitive information by adhering to strict privacy policies and ethical guidelines.
- Supported judicial decision-making processes by preparing comprehensive case summaries highlighting key facts, legal issues, and procedural history.
- Increased accuracy in court records by diligently proofreading transcripts for errors or inconsistencies.
- Contributed to fair trial outcomes by thoroughly researching legal precedents and preparing comprehensive reports for judicial review.
- Assisted in the development of court policies and procedures, resulting in enhanced operational efficiency and improved service delivery.
Education
No Degree -
Yakima Valley Community College
Yakima, WANo Degree -
Community College of Denver
Denver, CoHigh School Diploma -
West Valley High School
Yakima, WA06.1995
Skills
- Fast Learner
- Scheduling/Planning
- Microsoft Office
- File Organization
- Calendar Management
- Legal Document Preparation
- Client Communication
- Administrative Support
- Legal Research
- Interviewing Clients
- Client Relations
- Document drafting
- Office Management
- Legal/Court Processes
- Task Prioritization
- Legal Terminology
- Legal writing
- Criminal Law
- Project Management
- Conflict Mediation
- Attention to Detail
- Critical Thinking
Accomplishments
- Facilitated the firm's smooth transition to a paperless system.
- Collaborated with team of 5 in the development of paperless system.
Affiliations
- Southwest Rotary
- Pegasus Project
Hobbies
In my free time i enjoy boating and hiking with my friends and family. In the winter I also like to go skiing with my husband.
Timeline
Legal Assistant
Johnson & Johnson Law Firm
2022.05 - Current
Judicial Specialist
City Of Yakima
2009.03 - 2022.04
No Degree -
Yakima Valley Community College
No Degree -
Community College of Denver
High School Diploma -
West Valley High School
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