answer phones for detective division, speaking with the public ascertaining their needs-and direct calls appropriately.
Assign cases to appropriate detectives
Type all police reports and enter into integrated system
Entered stolen or found information into the system and checked with pawnshops to recover items.
Assisted detectives with record checks on subjects of interest and drafted legal documents for attorney review.
including writing
Prepared legal correspondence, pleadings, and court filings for review and submission.
Prepared pleadings, correspondence, and legal documents using court formatting standards
Filed case documents with courts and maintained organized electronic and paper records
Managed service requests, subpoenas, and outgoing mail to ensure smooth law office operations
Prepared correspondence, memos, reports and other legal documents using Microsoft Word.
Proofed documents and submitted to attorneys for review.
Drafted letters and prepared legal correspondence for attorneys and legal assistants.
Checked office supplies stock and placed orders to maintain levels.
Coordinated and prioritized caseloads for attorneys to enhance workflow efficiency.
Facilitated communications by forwarding emails, transferring calls and filing documents.
Kept office equipment functional and supplies well-stocked to promote efficient operations.
Handled confidential information with discretion and integrity.
Legal Support Clerk
City of Pocatello legal department
Poca, ID
10.2005 - 05.2007
Assisted City of Pocatello legal department attorneys with essential clerical tasks to facilitate legal operations
Drafted legal correspondence, pleadings, and court filings, ensuring accurate recordkeeping and timely communication with witnesses
Maintained confidential files, contracts, and municipal legal records
Filed and tracked case documents in the department records system.
Education
Certified Legal Secretary - Legal Secretary
Idaho State University Vocational Technical School
Pocatello
05.1985 - 10.1987
Skills
Legal correspondence
Records management
Records checks
Case management
Attention to detail
Written communication
Confidentiality handling
Interpersonal communication
Office equipment operation I have a vast array of legal experience working for judges in the years prior to this résumé
Interests
volunteer at the Pocatello public library assisting with book sales and other tasks
Have free time as I am retired, and I would like to find something part-time to supplement my retirement income
I am an avid reader, enjoy cop shows, playing with my dog
miscellaneous
As stated before, I have a vast experience in office work and in the legal field in particular. I have worked in the legal field since 1985 through 2017, when I retired. I find myself with too much free time and would like to do something part-time to supplement my income. I am a quick learner. I am a quick learner and great with people.
Timeline
Detective assistance/Stenographer
City of Pocatello Police Department
05.2007 - 01.2017
Legal Support Clerk
City of Pocatello legal department
10.2005 - 05.2007
Certified Legal Secretary - Legal Secretary
Idaho State University Vocational Technical School