Trinity Wolver
Des Moines,IA
Summary
Conscientious Judge Assistant known for high productivity and efficient task completion. Skilled in legal research, case management, and court procedure facilitation. Excel at communication, critical thinking, and time management, ensuring seamless court operations and support to judicial processes. Committed to upholding confidentiality with integrity and professionalism in all judicial activities.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Judicial Assistant
Iowa Judicial Branch
Des Moines, IA
08.2025 - Current
- Organized daily calendars for my judge, scheduled hearings, set markers for upcoming trials, and sent out the court schedule to Court Administration, judges, court reporters, deputies, and attorneys.
- Draft, review, and edit court orders and decrees.
- Assist in courtroom accessibility, assign interpreters, and provide hearing assistance devices.
- Track cases from start to finish to ensure statutory deadlines.
- Communicate with prisons, jails, and facilities to ensure that parties can participate in hearings.
- Travel to other counties in District 5, as needed, to cover courtrooms and dockets.
- Organize jurors and ensure the integrity of the jury during a trial, breaks, and deliberations.
- Be the spokesperson for my judge, and act as an intermediary for communication between the judge, counsel, and pro se parties.
- Demonstrate professional and emotional maturity while dealing with sensitive topics.
- Arrange transport or video involvement for defendants who are incarcerated.
- Review motions and proposed orders filed, distribute orders, collect court filings, run reports, and answer all phone calls and emails.
- Researched case law and statutes to support judicial decision-making.
- Monitor the safety of the courtroom.
Judicial Operations Clerk
Iowa Judicial Branch
Des Moines, IA
07.2024 - 08.2025
- Processed legal documents for court proceedings and maintained accurate records.
- Assisted in managing case files and ensuring compliance with court protocols.
- Facilitated communication between judges, attorneys, and the public regarding case status.
- Responded to inquiries from the public about court processes and documentation requirements.
- Handled confidential information with discretion.
- Collaborated with attorneys, judges and other court personnel to ensure smooth operations of the court.
- Answered questions from the public regarding court policies and procedures.
- Greeted visitors at the courthouse entrance and directed them to appropriate locations within the building.
- Acted as court cashier, processing billing and payments for fines, bonds, bail and other court fees, also recording details of payment and reporting missed deadlines or delinquency.
- Tracked cases and managed electronic and physical records, creating new case files, entering filings, hearings, trials and judgments and closing cases when complete.
Cocktail Waitress
Christopher's Italian Restaurant
Des Moines, IA
03.2022 - 07.2024
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of the bar area throughout shifts.
- Assisted customers with menu selections and special requests for drinks.
- Served cocktails and beverages to guests in a fast-paced restaurant environment.
- Processed orders and payments accurately using point-of-sale systems.
- Engaged with patrons to create a friendly and welcoming atmosphere.
- Monitored guest satisfaction and addressed concerns promptly during service.
- Cleaned tables after service and quickly resetting supplies to maintain restaurant and service flow.
- Provided excellent customer service by anticipating guest needs and responding quickly to requests.
- Completed opening and closing checklists to ensure smooth restaurant operations.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Law, Politics And Society and Minor in Sociology
Drake University
Des Moines, IA12-2023
Skills
- Comprehensive case coordination
- Legal analysis
- Clear and concise writing
- Knowledge of legal proceedings
- Detailed documentation practices
- Effective compliance oversight
- Confidentiality assurance
- Conflict resolution
- Emotional maturity
- Professionalism
- Attention to detail
- Courtroom etiquette
- Legal terminology
- Strong organization
- Creative problem solving
- Interpersonal communication
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Judicial Assistant
Iowa Judicial Branch
08.2025 - Current
Judicial Operations Clerk
Iowa Judicial Branch
07.2024 - 08.2025
Cocktail Waitress
Christopher's Italian Restaurant
03.2022 - 07.2024
Bachelor of Arts - Law, Politics And Society and Minor in Sociology
Drake University
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