Shannon Schommer
Ellsworth,WI
Summary
Dynamic legal assistant with a proven track record at Pierce County District Attorney, excelling in case management and client communication. Skilled in Microsoft Office and maintaining confidentiality, I effectively prioritize tasks with organizational efficiency and delivering outstanding client support while exceeding requirements in team environments. Diligent worker with strong communication and task prioritization skills. Experienced in handling numerous projects at once and meeting deadlines while ensuring accuracy.
Overview
33
33
years of professional experience
Work History
Legal Assistant
Pierce County District Attorney
02.2001 - 11.2025
- Managed case files, observing confidentiality, and extreme discretion.
- Handled office scheduling and made notes for deadlines, motions, and other important dates.
- Responded to client inquiries and offered assistance.
- Assisted attorneys with reviewing and organizing case files, prepared exhibits, revised and finalized letters, briefs, and memos, prepared exhibits.
- Communicated pertinent information to clients in person via phone, email, and mail
- Collaborated with attorneys to develop strategies
- Contacted witnesses to testify under oath at court hearings.
- Attended court hearings to take notes
- Developed polished motions and briefs
- Produced, reviewed, edited and proofread legal documents for proper grammar, spelling and punctuation.
- Conducted background investigations
Emergency Medical Technician
Ellsworth Area Ambulance
05.2001 - 06.2011
- 2006 EMT of the year
- Treasurer for six years - balanced and monitored accounts, provided monthly report
- Triaged patients in emergency situations based on life-threatening needs and delegated tasks to better provide treatment to maximum patients at once.
- Communicated with patients, nurses and doctors about pain, comfort, and needs during transportation and preliminary medical care.
- Maintained levelheadedness and efficiency in high-pressure situations, effectively prioritizing tasks to save lives and provide medical care.
- Evaluated patients, controlled wounds, vitals, status and injuries en-route to hospitals, prepping patients for advanced treatments or maintaining conditions pre-arrival.
- Maintained accurate patient records and documentation
- Followed all safety protocols and took necessary precautions while providing care.
- Delivered emotional support to patients and families.
- Transported patients to medical facilities and facility to facility transfers
- Responded to 911 calls for medical emergencies.
- Administered CPR, oxygen and other life-saving medical treatments.
Manuscript Editor
Thomson Reuters Corporation
06.1992 - 02.2001
- Proofread, edited, evaluated and revised wide array of content for accuracy, clarity and consistency.
- Developed and maintained editorial standards for content.
Education
High School Diploma -
Prescott High School
Prescott, WISkills
- Administrative support and assistance/Scheduling/Planning
- Microsoft Office/Advanced word processing/Quickbooks, Transcription
- Organization efficiency/Case, data and calendar management
- Notary public
- Client service and support/Exceptional telephone etiquette
- Fast learner, Task prioritization, Confidentiality
- Troubleshooting complex problems
Timeline
Emergency Medical Technician
Ellsworth Area Ambulance
05.2001 - 06.2011
Legal Assistant
Pierce County District Attorney
02.2001 - 11.2025
Manuscript Editor
Thomson Reuters Corporation
06.1992 - 02.2001
High School Diploma -
Prescott High School