Wendy Gallihugh
Rochelle,VA
Summary
Reliable and proactive court professional with years of experience in managing court records and facilitating communication between judges and attorneys. Skilled in problem-solving and training, committed to improving team performance and enhancing service delivery. Qualified in customer service in person and by phone.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
Work History
Clerk of the Court
Madison Combined District Court
Madison, VA
07.2017 - 12.2025
- Managed court records and documentation, ensuring compliance with legal standards.
- Processed case filings and maintained accurate court schedules for efficient operations.
- Facilitated communication between judges, attorneys, and the public to enhance service delivery.
- Trained new clerks on court procedures and software systems to improve team performance.
- Maintained strict confidentiality with sensitive information, safeguarding the integrity of the judicial system.
- Collaborated closely with law enforcement agencies to ensure accurate reporting of warrants, citations, arrests, and other pertinent data.
- Enhanced court efficiency by maintaining accurate records and promptly processing legal documents.
- Developed training materials for staff on updates to legal protocols and technology use.
- Assisted in the preparation of court orders to streamline judge''s decision-making processes during trials or hearings.
- Maintained court dockets and updated disposition of cases after court hearings and trials.
- Answered telephone calls, took messages and transferred calls to appropriate colleagues.
- Reviewed court documents to process subpoenas, motions and pleadings.
- Processed payments for fines and fees, maintained accurate drawers, issued receipts, and updated account balances.
- Responded to in-person and telephone requests for information from general public, attorneys and other involved parties.
- Examined legal documents submitted to courts for adherence to laws and court procedures.
- Assisted court in scheduling hearings, meetings and other events to support seamless operations.
- Assisted newly hired clerks in learning about application reviews and verification procedures, performance strategies and customer service techniques.
Deputy Clerk of the Court
Madison Combined District Court
Madison, VA
05.2005 - 06.2017
- Processed court documents and filings for accuracy and compliance with legal standards.
- Coordinated schedules for court sessions, ensuring timely communication with judicial staff.
- Managed case management system to track case progress and maintain updated records.
- Assisted in training new clerks on court procedures and administrative protocols.
- Communicated effectively with various parties including attorneys, law enforcement officers, and witnesses to ensure smooth court operations.
- Ensured accuracy in legal documentation by meticulously proofreading and editing court forms and records.
- Streamlined record-keeping systems by digitizing physical files into an organized online database accessible by authorized personnel only.
- Maintained organization within the courtroom by managing exhibits, monitoring proceedings, and enforcing courtroom rules.
- Collected court fees and fines.
- Prepared court orders for Judges signature.
- Processed payments for fines and fees, maintained accurate drawers, issued receipts, and updated account balances.
- Provided assistance to attorneys and court personnel in courtroom
- Responded to in-person and telephone requests for information from general public, attorneys and other involved parties.
Education
High School Diploma -
Madison County High School
Madison, VASkills
- Document preparation
- Calendar management
- Proofreading
- Record management
- Data entry
- Payment collection
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Customer service
- Problem-solving
- Multitasking
- Reliability
- Effective communication
Timeline
Clerk of the Court
Madison Combined District Court
07.2017 - 12.2025
Deputy Clerk of the Court
Madison Combined District Court
05.2005 - 06.2017
High School Diploma -
Madison County High School