Tina Hodnett
Burleson,TX
Summary
Detail-oriented District Coordinator skilled in case management and docket management. Proven track record in implementing workflow improvements and maintaining accurate legal documentation.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
District Coordinator
372nd District Court
Fort Worth, Texas
02.2024 - Current
- Assisted in developing strategies to improve efficiency of court processes.
- Implemented workflow improvements to enhance operational efficiency in the office.
- Coordinated court schedules and appointments for judges and legal staff.
- Assisted in coordinating court services, such as arraignments, trials and hearings.
- Provided support to judges, attorneys and other court personnel.
- Assisted in preparing court dockets and ensuring accuracy of information.
- Communicated with attorneys, clients, and court personnel regarding case status.
- Facilitated the flow of information between various court departments.
- Maintained confidentiality of sensitive legal documents and information.
- Reviewed legal documents for accuracy and completeness.
- Organized case files to ensure timely processing of cases.
- Wrote error-free and professional correspondence on behalf of the court system.
Legal Assistant
Tarrant County District Attorney's Office
Fort Worth, Texas
06.2018 - 07.2023
- Assisted attorneys with trial preparation and conducted research to support case strategies.
- Coordinated discovery materials and organized evidence for trials to strengthen case presentations.
- Prepared legal documents and case files for court proceedings.
- Filed documents with courts and maintained accurate filing systems.
- Maintained confidentiality of sensitive information and client communications.
- Provided administrative support to attorneys by managing calendars; scheduling appointments; organizing files; preparing correspondence; filing court documents; and obtaining necessary signatures.
- Managed case calendars and scheduled appointments for legal team.
- Scanned physical documents into electronic format for storage in a secure database system.
- Updated databases with new information received from attorneys or clients.
- Ensured that all paperwork was properly filed according to established procedures.
- Managed office scheduling and kept accurate notes on deadlines, motions, and other dates.
- Managed incoming telephone calls to ensure efficient communication with clients and colleagues., meeting plans and conference organization requirements.
- Assisted with document production and deposition preparation.
- Organized exhibits for trial proceedings.
- Maintained inventory levels of office supplies necessary for day-to-day operations.
- Redacted confidential information from legal documents on case-by-case basis.
Deputy Court Clerk
Tarrant County Clerk
Fort Worth, Texas
08.2012 - 06.2018
- Assisted attorneys and the public with court procedures and documentation requirements.
- Coordinated court hearing schedules and managed case calendars to ensure timely proceedings.
- Maintained accurate court records and organized case files for easy access.
- Monitored case progress and updated records for electronic and physical files. and managed electronic and physical records, creating new case files, entering filings, hearings, trials and judgments and closing cases when complete.
- Processed legal documents and filings for Tarrant County Court operations.
- Prepared court dockets and ensured compliance with legal standards and protocols.
- Examined legal documents and assured adherence to laws and court procedures.
- Prepared legal documents such as summonses, subpoenas, motions, orders, judgments, writs of execution and garnishments.
- Responded to inquiries regarding case status and provided information to stakeholders.
- Answered face-to-face and telephone requests for information about warrants, citations and other court documents or procedures.
- Responded promptly to inquiries from staff members or outside entities regarding court matters.
- Collaborated with various departments to streamline administrative court functions efficiently.
- Welcomed visitors to courthouse and provided directions to appropriate offices. to the courthouse and directed them to appropriate offices or personnel.
- Trained new staff on court procedures and document handling to enhance operational efficiency.
- Recorded and maintained official court records with high accuracy.
- Coordinated with judges, attorneys, and law enforcement to schedule court sessions.
- Received and submitted payments for fees and fines, accurately tracking amounts, issuing receipts and updating computer systems.
- Assembled and organized paperwork and relevant files for judges at hearings and trials, highlighting key information to support judgment and prosecution decisions.
- Entered data into computerized case management system to maintain accurate records.
Evidence Technician
Johnson County Sheriff Office
Cleburne, TX
11.2009 - 08.2012
- Processed and analyzed various types of physical evidence using standard procedures.
- Documented chain of custody for all collected evidence accurately.
- Maintained inventory of evidence in secure storage facilities for law enforcement.
- Collaborated with law enforcement personnel to ensure proper evidence handling.
- Assisted in preparing evidence for court presentations and testimonies.
- Assisted with the preparation of court exhibits for trial proceedings.
- Trained new staff on evidence collection and preservation protocols.
- Ensured compliance with legal standards regarding evidence management practices.
- Adhered strictly to chain-of-custody regulations when handling sensitive materials.
- Utilized computer databases to enter data regarding evidence gathered at crime scenes.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Criminal Justice
Tarrant County College
Fort Worth, TX05-2008
Skills
- Court procedures
- Docket management
- Case file management
- Case management
- Schedule management
- Administrative support
- Attention to detail
Timeline
District Coordinator
372nd District Court
02.2024 - Current
Legal Assistant
Tarrant County District Attorney's Office
06.2018 - 07.2023
Deputy Court Clerk
Tarrant County Clerk
08.2012 - 06.2018
Evidence Technician
Johnson County Sheriff Office
11.2009 - 08.2012
Associate of Applied Science - Criminal Justice
Tarrant County College