Detail-oriented Deputy Court Clerk with expertise in legal document processing and case management. Proven ability to manage court scheduling and customer relationship management effectively.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
Work History
Deputy Court Clerk
State of Kansas
Abilene, KS
01.2017 - Current
Processed legal documents and maintained accurate case files for court proceedings.
Coordinated communication between legal parties and provided information as needed.
Managed filing systems to ensure quick access to court records and documents.
Scheduled hearings and arranged logistics for courtroom activities effectively.
Provided customer service by responding to inquiries from the public and attorneys.
Trained new staff on office procedures and court policies for efficient operations.
Answered face-to-face and telephone requests for information about warrants, citations and other court documents or procedures.
Received and submitted payments for fees and fines, accurately tracking amounts, issuing receipts and updating computer systems.
Ensured security protocols were followed in handling sensitive materials or confidential information.
Entered data into computerized case management system to maintain accurate records.
Answered questions from the public regarding court procedures.
Tracked cases and managed electronic and physical records, creating new case files, entering filings, hearings, trials and judgments and closing cases when complete.
Legal Secretary
YoungWilliams Child Support Enforcement
Salina, Kansas
10.2013 - 12.2016
Managed correspondence for child support enforcement cases and legal documents.
Prepared and filed legal documents with courts and government agencies.
Maintained case files and ensured compliance with legal procedures and deadlines.
Assisted attorneys in trial preparation, including organizing evidence and exhibits.
Handled confidential information with discretion and maintained client confidentiality.
Utilized case management software to track case progress and updates.
Supported team in administrative tasks to enhance office efficiency and workflow.
Answered incoming calls from clients and attorneys to provide assistance or route calls to appropriate personnel.
Prepared correspondence, memos, reports and other legal documents using Microsoft Word.
Proofed documents and submitted to attorneys for review.
Maintained attorney calendars by keeping track of appointments, meetings and conferences.
Drafted letters and prepared legal correspondence for attorneys and legal assistants.
Organized case files by creating and maintaining document filing systems for easy retrieval of information.
Received and disbursed incoming mail.
Opened new client files and new matters in CMS.
Mentored junior team members and managed employee relationships.
Handled confidential information with discretion and integrity.
Legal Secretary
State of Kansas Child Support Enforcement
Salina, Kansas
11.2011 - 10.2013
Managed correspondence for child support enforcement cases and legal documents.
Prepared and filed legal documents with courts and government agencies.
Handled confidential information with discretion and maintained client confidentiality.
Utilized case management software to track case progress and updates.
Supported team in administrative tasks to enhance office efficiency and workflow.
Answered incoming calls from clients and attorneys to provide assistance or route calls to appropriate personnel.
Prepared correspondence, memos, reports and other legal documents using Microsoft Word.
Proofed documents and submitted to attorneys for review.
Maintained attorney calendars by keeping track of appointments, meetings and conferences.
Drafted letters and prepared legal correspondence for attorneys and legal assistants.
Organized case files by creating and maintaining document filing systems for easy retrieval of information.
Received and disbursed incoming mail.
Photocopied all correspondence, documents and other printed materials.
Opened new client files and new matters in CMS.
Mentored junior team members and managed employee relationships.
Handled confidential information with discretion and integrity.
Legal Secretary
Magana Craft and Associates
Salina, Kansas
08.2000 - 11.2011
Managed correspondence for child support enforcement cases and legal documents.
Prepared and filed legal documents with courts and government agencies.
Maintained case files and ensured compliance with legal procedures and deadlines.
Handled confidential information with discretion and maintained client confidentiality.
Utilized case management software to track case progress and updates.
Supported team in administrative tasks to enhance office efficiency and workflow.
Answered incoming calls from clients and attorneys to provide assistance or route calls to appropriate personnel.
Proofed documents and submitted to attorneys for review.
Prepared correspondence, memos, reports and other legal documents using Microsoft Word.
Maintained attorney calendars by keeping track of appointments, meetings and conferences.
Drafted letters and prepared legal correspondence for attorneys and legal assistants.
Organized case files by creating and maintaining document filing systems for easy retrieval of information.
Received and disbursed incoming mail.
Photocopied all correspondence, documents and other printed materials.
Greeted visitors to the office in a professional manner while providing support to attorneys as needed.
Coordinated court filings including scheduling hearings, filing deadlines and calendaring events.
Opened new client files and new matters in CMS.
Facilitated communications by forwarding emails, transferring calls and filing documents.
Arranged case files and maintained records and notebooks.
Sorted and distributed incoming faxes, letters and emails for office distribution.
Mentored junior team members and managed employee relationships.
Handled confidential information with discretion and integrity.
Education
Dental Assitant
Salina Vocational Technical
Salina, KS
05-1986
High School Diploma -
Salina High School South
Salina, KS
05-1984
Skills
Legal document processing
Case management systems
Court scheduling and filing
Payment processing
Customer relationship management
Confidential information handling
Workflow optimization
Communication coordination
Team leadership
Time management
Attention to detail
Organizational skills
Calendar management
Data entry accuracy
Document preparation
Accomplishments
Awarded for Largest Lump Sum Payment for Child Support in 2002 and 2007
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