Yuri Brown
Lafayette,LA
Summary
Detail-oriented law clerk with a strong foundation in legal research and writing. Experienced in supporting attorneys with case preparation, document review, and client communication. Diligent, analytical, and committed to upholding the highest standards of legal professionalism and ethics.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Judicial Law Clerk
16th Judicial District Courthouse
New Iberia, LA
08.2022 - 08.2024
- Reviewed and analyzed motions, memoranda of law, pleadings, affidavits, briefs and other legal documents.
- Provided research assistance to attorneys on various aspects of the judicial process.
- Conducted legal research in both electronic and hard copy formats.
- Assisted with the drafting and editing of opinions for judicial review.
- Attended court proceedings to observe trial procedures and practices.
- Organized and maintained files for current cases under review by the judge.
- Collaborated with clerks, paralegals, attorneys, witnesses, court personnel, clients and other stakeholders as necessary to complete tasks.
- Drafted orders based upon rulings issued by the presiding judge or magistrate.
- Developed effective working relationships with members of the judiciary staff.
- Researched state statutes and case law to provide accurate references for judges' decisions.
- Participated in settlement conferences between opposing counsels when requested by a judge.
- Coordinated hearings and trials by scheduling dates, reserving rooms and ensuring that all participants were informed about their roles.
- Assisted in preparing proposed judgments or decrees following completion of a trial or hearing.
- Analyzed complex facts presented at trial to ensure compliance with applicable laws or regulations.
Legal Assistant
DeJean Noland Law Office
Baton Rouge, LA
01.2022 - 05.2022
- Reviewed and prepared legal documents, such as contracts, pleadings, motions, briefs, memoranda of law and discovery requests.
- Researched case law, statutes, regulations and other legal authorities to support assigned tasks.
- Maintained client confidentiality in all matters.
- Assisted with document production and deposition preparation.
- Organized exhibits for trial proceedings.
- Proofread drafts of legal documents for accuracy in grammar and punctuation.
- Provided administrative support to attorneys by managing calendars; scheduling appointments; organizing files; preparing correspondence; filing court documents; and obtaining necessary signatures.
- Greeted clients upon arrival at office and provided assistance as needed.
- Scanned physical documents into electronic format for storage in a secure database system.
- Processed incoming mail on a daily basis.
Law Clerk
Khuene & Foote, APLC
Baton Rouge, LA
09.2019 - 08.2020
- Reviewed and summarized legal documents, such as pleadings and motions.
- Drafted memoranda of law and other legal documents for attorneys' review.
- Conducted research on relevant statutes, case law, regulations, and legal articles.
- Attended hearings in order to observe proceedings and document results.
- Organized exhibits for trial or hearing preparation.
- Updated attorney calendars with court dates, filing deadlines, and other important events.
- Maintained client files by organizing paperwork into appropriate categories.
- Analyzed complex legal issues to determine possible outcomes.
- Provided administrative support to attorneys including scheduling appointments and managing correspondence.
Law Clerk
Daniels & Washington, LLC
Prairieville, LA
08.2018 - 07.2019
- Conducted research on relevant statutes, case law, regulations, and legal articles.
- Edited pleadings submitted by attorneys prior to filing them in court.
- Participated in client meetings to take notes regarding potential cases or matters under discussion.
- Reviewed transcripts from depositions taken during pre-trial proceedings.
- Prepared summaries of deposition testimony for use by attorneys during trial preparation.
- Advised clients on their rights based upon applicable laws or regulations.
- Coordinated service of process activities between parties involved in a dispute or lawsuit.
- Attended depositions, gathered information and filed complaints regarding cases.
- Developed organization systems for filing contracts, agreements, court documents, legal records, reports and agendas.
Education
J.D. - Law (Pre-Law)
Southern University Law Center
Baton Rouge, LA05-2022
BBA - Business Administration
Nicholls State University
Thibodaux, LA05-2017
Four Core -
Westgate High School
New Iberia, LA05-2012
Skills
- Law firm administration
- Case analysis
- Motions drafting and filing
- Legal Documentation
- Court session management
- File review
- Editing
- Proofreading
- Knowledge of civil procedure
- Case Management
- Legal Analysis
- Client Confidentiality
- Court practices and procedures
- Legal Research
- Civil Litigation
Accomplishments
- Upward Bound Honoree at University of Louisiana-at Lafayette: June 2009 - July 2012
Certification
- Federal Mediator Certification: August 2019
Affiliations
- Cooking is my specialty
- Volunteer for American Red Cross: June 2012 - July 2012
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Judicial Law Clerk
16th Judicial District Courthouse
08.2022 - 08.2024
Legal Assistant
DeJean Noland Law Office
01.2022 - 05.2022
Law Clerk
Khuene & Foote, APLC
09.2019 - 08.2020
Law Clerk
Daniels & Washington, LLC
08.2018 - 07.2019
J.D. - Law (Pre-Law)
Southern University Law Center
BBA - Business Administration
Nicholls State University
Four Core -
Westgate High School
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