Virginia Driver
Administrative assistant
Fair Play,SC
Summary
Investigative Process Server with 8-year background serving legal documents. Successful in using detailed investigation and research techniques to identify location of individuals. Excellent critical thinking, writing and documentation skills. Punctual Field Enumerator offering 4-year background collecting census data by conducting door-to-door interviews in South Carolina. Energetic and friendly individual skillful in interpreting maps of assigned locations and reviewing obtained data for completeness and accuracy. Strong communicator recognized for excellent data gathering and resident interviewing abilities. Driven Legal Assistant with 15 years of experience in Family law. Highly skilled at multitasking and prioritizing tasks to complete projects on time and determine appropriate courses of action. Committed to streamlining processes to facilitate growth in the law and business fields.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Process Server
Oconee County Process Service
08.2018 - Current
- Received papers to be served from attorneys, court clerks and magistrates and printed out papers.
- Tracked down countless defendants per month to serve legal documents.
- Provided proof of service in form of affidavit.
- Thoroughly researched court records such as criminal cases, foreclosures and probate estates.
- Researched defendants' schedules, social media and analyzed personal records to locate defendants.
- Evaluated retail customers' product needs and promoted appropriate store products.
- Provided administrative support and research for civil litigation and civil proceedings.
- Supported administration and research processes for civil litigation cases.
- Kept up-to-date on case progress by frequently reviewing records and reporting findings to clients.
- Answered telephone and coordinated meetings and conferences.
- Investigated facts and law of cases, using pertinent sources to determine causes of action and to prepare cases.
- Managed administrative tasks for firm partners and associates.
- Participated in professional development initiatives for consistent improvement and up-to-date knowledge of emerging trends and best practices.
- Assisted partners by maintaining and growing firm's local presence within community.
- Worked closely with litigation attorneys to research, complete trial preparations and create document drafts for court use.
- Provided key administrative assistance to senior management.
- Assisted litigation attorneys with research, depositions, trial preparation, discovery and document drafts for court submittal.
- Handled complex scheduling for appointments, court appearances and depositions for busy litigation firm.
- Created interrogatory documents and requests for admissions, document productions, examinations and inspections.
- Handled filing systems for both short and traditional real estate transactions.
- Collected and prepared pre-trial discoveries, records and evidence displays.
- Prepared interrogatories, requests for admissions, requests for production of documents and requests for examination or inspection.
Enumerator
United States Census
01.2020 - 10.2020
- Walked door to door and collected demographic information.
- Assisted people in filling out surveys with complete and accurate information.
- Executed follow up visits to houses to resolve survey issues or obtain additional information, expressing appreciation for participation and regret for inconvenience.
- Traveled door-to-door in assigned communities and requested participation in census interview, clearly explaining process and purpose.
- Addressed non-responsive initial interviewees by conducting follow-up calls or in-person visits to promote census importance and rights of participation.
- Requested participation in brief exit interviews to obtain feedback for use in development of procedural improvements.
- Planned efficient visitation routes by studying maps of assigned areas, reaching more than 10 community households per day.
- Initiated communication with assigned households through mail, email or phone to obtain and correct census data.
- Drafted thorough and accurate reports, case summaries and work records.
- Maintained records of houses visited, surveys completed and money spent.
- Contacted interviewees to rectify survey issues and ask follow-up questions.
- Reviewed questionnaire submissions for accuracy and completeness at end of each day, flagging incomplete or problematic surveys for further review.
- Double checked information on survey forms.
- Obtained updated contact information from all subjects and verified data for accuracy.
- Read maps and used GPS systems to prepare efficient routes to physically visit citizens and collect necessary data.
- Interviewed residents in assigned areas to explain purpose of census, answer questions and accurately record answers.
- Verified information on survey forms or information pads.
- Persuaded residents to comply with census activities through effective management of residents' objections.
Interstate Child Support Case Worker
Maximus Cooperation
12.2017 - 09.2018
- Completed documentation per workflow timeline and content requirements.
- Facilitated specific departmental performance improvement initiatives, collecting and reporting data to management.
- Communicated with people from various cultures and backgrounds on application process.
- Assisted clients with completion of applications and paperwork.
- Built solid and trusting rapport with children and families, fostering trust and communication to meet case needs.
- Documented data and completed accurate updates to case records.
- Assisted families in navigating the social services system, including applying for benefits, accessing resources and connecting with other family support services.
- Maintained detailed case histories, metrics and reports to meet strict standards.
- Facilitated family meetings to ensure communication and collaboration between family members.
- Contributed to court proceedings, advocating for family's best interests and recommending balanced solutions.
- Completed comprehensive assessments of families to identify needs and develop treatment plans.
- Developed and implemented strategies to reduce and prevent family conflict.
- Worked fast to complete tasks and meet daily deadlines.
- Followed instructions and procedures to complete assigned tasks.
- Adhered to company policies, safety procedures, and performance standards.
- Collected, arranged, and input information into database system.
- Gathered, organized and input information into digital database.
Executive Legal Assistant
Attorney Angela Lowe
02.2017 - 12.2017
- Filed court documents and legal pleadings with court clerk on behalf of attorneys.
- Worked alongside attorneys, administrative assistants, and fellow legal assistants on complex cases and legal processes.
- Prepared and drafted correspondence and legal forms to maintain smooth communications.
- Scheduled appointments, court appearances, and depositions for busy law firm.
- Managed accounts and client records of clients, observing confidentiality, and extreme discretion.
- Responded to client inquiries to provide accurate legal advice and offer assistance.
- Coordinated with court personnel and attorneys to determine scheduling of hearings and filing documents.
- Completed electronic filings, initiated billing statements, and managed firm administrative matters.
- Prepared for court hearings by organizing and summarizing documents, preparing exhibits and reviewing evidence.
- Monitored changes in relevant laws to stay abreast of procedures and provide legal updates to clients.
- Handled office scheduling and made notes for deadlines, motions, and other important dates.
- Conducted legal research, compiled and organized evidence and identified relevant legal articles and statutes to use for legal proceedings.
- Organized documents to manage paper and electronic filing systems of clients.
- Created spreadsheets to track client progress and document billable hours.
- Generated documents and presentations using large repertoire of software programs.
- Diligently edited legal correspondence for grammar and spelling.
- Completed data entry of legal documents into electronic filing systems.
- Created and printed legal documents for attorneys to review.
- Filed documents with courts on behalf of attorney.
- Communicated professionally with clients, colleagues and legal partnership verbally and in writing.
- Developed and maintained positive relationships with clients and colleagues.
- Assisted with preparation of trial materials and documents.
- Produced and filed various legal documents and electronically preserved updated case record system.
- Managed check requests, expense reimbursement requests, invoices and accounts payable and receivable information.
- Conducted research on legal cases and prepared summaries for attorneys.
- Prioritized and handled multiple assignments and maintained firm commitment to deadlines.
- Scheduled and made appointments for 2 attorneys.
- Worked with outside vendors to coordinate purchasing of supplies and maintenance of office complex.
- Arranged for delivery of legal correspondence to clients, witnesses, and court officials.
- Composed contracts, pleadings and motions in accordance with established guidelines.
- Planned and organized internal and external events, meetings and conferences.
- Prepared and processed invoices for attorney billing.
- Transcribed information from typed or handwritten notes, shorthand or dictation and confirmed accuracy and correct formatting of documents.
- Researched and identified legal precedents and statutes.
Legal Intern
Attorney Sherri Ridgeway
11.2016 - 02.2017
- Sorted legal documents, filing and case materials in clear, orderly systems.
- Reviewed legal information and proofed documentation for errors.
- Performed legal and general research, drafting memoranda, and correspondence.
- Organized legal filing system to maximize efficiency.
- Drafted, received and tracked due diligence checklists.
- Researched statutes, decisions, legal articles, and codes.
- Assisted attorneys with reviewing and organizing witness reports.
Administration Clerk
Dean Of South College
11.2016 - 02.2017
- Handled incoming phone calls and answered questions from callers.
- Interacted with customers by phone, email, or in-person to provide information.
- Typed, formatted and edited professional correspondence.
- Scheduled appointments and managed calendars for staff members.
- Provided clerical support, addressing routine, and special requirements.
- Prepared meeting materials and took clear notes to distribute to stakeholders.
- Established and maintained standard office procedures to achieve demanding targets.
- Maintained filing system and organized customer documents for easy retrieval of information.
- Provided quality clerical support through data entry, document management, email correspondence, and overseeing operation of office equipment.
- Managed calendars and scheduled appointments to maintain smooth flow of operations.
- Answered and managed incoming and outgoing calls while recording accurate messages for distribution to office staff.
- Promptly received and forwarded incoming communications, such as phone calls, emails and letters, to appropriate staff.
- Kept office supplies well organized and sufficiently stocked, placing orders promptly to replenish materials before depleted.
- Utilized office management software to record and track customer information.
- Processed incoming and outgoing mail and packages according to established procedures.
- Supported staff on special assignments and ad hoc projects.
Education
MBA - Business Administration
Colorado Technical University
Colorado Springs, CO05.2022
Bachelor of Science - Legal Studies
South College
Knoxville, TN12.2018
Skills
- Legal Document Reviewing
- Law Knowledge
- Defendant Tracking
- Private Surveillance
- Legal Correspondence
- Summonses Delivery
- Court Paper Serving
- Database Searching
- Defendant Investigations
- Active Listening
- Effective Communication
- Legal Knowledge
- Organizational Skills
- Strong Ethics
- Confidentiality
- Accountability
- Problem Solving
- Stress Management
- Resourcefulness
- Assertiveness
- Reliability
- Decision Making
- Critical Thinking
- Time Management
- Professionalism
- Interpersonal Skills
- Attention to Detail
- Multitasking
- Conflict Resolution
- Customer Service
- Self-Motivation
- Adaptability
- Flexibility
- Case Law and Outcome Analysis
- Database Maintenance
- Discovery and Document Review
- Administrative Support
- Client Representation and Advisement
- Team Collaboration
- Creative and Critical Thinking
- Communications Drafting
- Legal Research
- Building Trust and Relationships
- Establishing Effective Relationships
- Constituent Communications
- Document Preparation
- Travel Planning and Logistics
- Events Planning
- Judgement and Decision Making
- Support Services
- Legal Document Processing
- Effective Multitasking
- Office Management
- Deadline Adherence
- Case Management
- Westlaw
- Courtroom Procedures
- Document Filing
- Legal Writing
- Legal Case Management
- MS Office
- Organization and Administration
- Document Management
- Exhibit Preparation
- Filling Appeals
- Database Management
- QuickBooks Pro
- Knowledge of Federal and State Laws
- Evidence Organization
- Legal Compliance
- Staff Supervision
- Civil Law
- Policy Knowledge
Accomplishments
- Supervised team of 8 staff members.
- Featured as a VIP in P.O.W.E.R Magazine in summer of 2021, page 76 approx.
Certification
- Licensed Bail bonding agent - 4 years
- Certified Ordained Minister, - 5 years
- Licensed Notary Signing Agent - 5 years
- Surety Insurance Producer License - 4 years
- Licensed Notary - 5 years
Timeline
Enumerator
United States Census
01.2020 - 10.2020
Process Server
Oconee County Process Service
08.2018 - Current
Interstate Child Support Case Worker
Maximus Cooperation
12.2017 - 09.2018
Executive Legal Assistant
Attorney Angela Lowe
02.2017 - 12.2017
Legal Intern
Attorney Sherri Ridgeway
11.2016 - 02.2017
Administration Clerk
Dean Of South College
11.2016 - 02.2017
MBA - Business Administration
Colorado Technical University
Bachelor of Science - Legal Studies
South College
- Licensed Bail bonding agent - 4 years
- Certified Ordained Minister, - 5 years
- Licensed Notary Signing Agent - 5 years
- Surety Insurance Producer License - 4 years
- Licensed Notary - 5 years
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