A Court Assistant works to support the judge at the local, state, and federal levels by undertaking clerical and administrative support duties that are related directly to the court’s operations. Some of the core duties are listed on the Court Assistant Resume as – preparing and filing court documents, checking information for accuracy; scheduling tasks; working as a receptionist; completing tasks in conjunction with other members of the office staff; creating records of courtroom proceedings, preparing briefs, and records; and completing clerical tasks including data entry and making copies.
The Court Assistants require at least a high school diploma or GED along with prior work experience in a similar position. Some courts prefer applicants with a degree in paralegal studies, business, secretarial studies, or a similar discipline. Prior work experience in a law firm is also desirable. Courts in some states also expect the candidates to pass the court assistant test. Other crucial skills including editing and proofreading skills; legal vocabulary knowledge, and knowledge of general office procedures and skills.
Objective : Degree in Paralegal Studies. Proficient with MS Office and research on the Internet. Experience in managing resources on-site and off-site and ability to manage multiple projects/releases simultaneously in a deadline-driven environment.
Stuffed envelopes and labeled them with the address.
Experience
2-5 Years
Level
Junior
Education
Paralegal Studies
Court Assistant Resume
Summary : Seeking employment in customer service involving technology and/or audio equipment. Lead multiple people and multiple projects at the same time with timely delivery of multi-million dollar concurrent complex products by being a single point of contact for development and testing teams.
Received and reviewed all court petitions pertaining to estates, adoptions, and guardianships.
Provided information and act as a liaison for public and pro se litigants.
Contacted and corresponded with attorneys.
Prepared files for the Judge prior to court.
Crossed trained on all aspects of the court's operations in preparation for possible promotion as positions become vacant.
Learned and retained a working knowledge of statutes and regulations for many different aspects of law and court operations.
Prepared official court orders, input information on handwritten documents into the court database.
Experience
10+ Years
Level
Senior
Education
AAS In Human Services
Court Assistant Resume
Summary : Seeking employment where one can use former experience and interpersonal skills and abilities to benefit the employer and be of service to others.
Organized and executed an extensive court calendar with up to forty or more court cases daily, in addition to managing both the trial and judicial calendars.
Prepared for court by organizing case exhibits and evidence.
Negotiated settlements and agreements between the parties and/or counsel before and during court.
Started with child support as a caseworker that managed a caseload of 1200-1500 cases that included interviewing clients and preparing petitions for the legal department.
Found solutions for both parties to enable child support to be paid.
Developed strategies and arguments in preparation for the presentation of cases.
Coordinated communication and transferred legal documentation between prosecutor and defendants.
Experience
10+ Years
Level
Senior
Education
Associate Of Applied Science In Paralegal Studies In Paralegal
Court Assistant Resume
Summary : Seeks to secure a position with a progressive organization utilizing the skills and abilities gained through my previous as well as current experiences. A fast learner who is willing to learn new challenges.
Skills : Microsoft Office, General Office, Excellent Verbal And Written Communication.
Description :
Worked serving food and cleaning up afterward great experience to learn to communicate with people.
Answered phones in a very busy environment, collecting traffic fees, scheduling hearings, explaining orders from the Judge, cash handling, data entry.
Warrant and Judgment Clerk.
Checked paperwork for accuracy.
Prepared and processed legal documents and papers, such as summonses, subpoenas, complaints, appeals, motions, and pretrial agreements.
Jurisprudence researched for cases received.
Communicated with the public as well as the Sheriff's department.
Experience
7-10 Years
Level
Management
Education
BA In Law
Court Assistant Resume
Objective : Court Assistant works with the assigned Judge to maintain the docket, ensure smooth operation of the court, and ensure that all business is conducted in accordance with the law. The Court Assistant will also maintain records, make copies, organize and file documents, and perform basic office tasks.
Skills : Social Media Management, Talent Acquisition, Content Sourcing, Customer Service, Human Resources, Project Management.
Description :
Filed paperwork for upcoming and pending cases.
Stuffed envelopes and labeled them with the address.
Shredded unneeded paperwork and helped out co-workers around the office by assisting them in small jobs.
Take in and process new Civil, Small Claims, Eviction, and Protective cases Handle all civil matters which fall under the alphabet from L to Z.
Data input of various civil and parking citations.
Prepared summons and subpoena for hearings, suspended and reinstated license.
Data entry of warrants for criminals, set up court dates, collected monies, and prepared financial statements for the end of the month.
Experience
2-5 Years
Level
Executive
Education
BA In Law
Court Assistant Resume
Objective : Court Assistant is an essential member of the team and is responsible for clerical work, supporting the Judge and handling general duties. Processing court records, including court transcripts, plea agreements, legal documents.
Skills : Detail-Oriented, Organized, Communication, Multilingual, Team Player.
Description :
Assisted Judges with Court cases, process payments, answer telephones, perform other administrative duties.
Researched cases in the metro-Detroit area.
Prepared case document for production staff review.
Calculated personal payroll and was responsible for calendaring personal schedule.
Typed up documents for criminal files Filing Ran various reports and errands.
Prepared official court orders, input information on handwritten documents into court database, printed forms, filed and retrieved documents.
Attended several court sessions daily.
Experience
2-5 Years
Level
Junior
Education
BA In Law
Court Assistant Resume
Objective : Court assistants are responsible for providing legal, administrative and clerical support to the Judge, Clerk, Deputy Clerk and Court Administrator.
Skills : Organized, Communication, Multilingual, Team Player.
Description :
Responsible for daily operations of pre-trial logistics.
Conducted over fifty (50) preliminary court hearings for criminal and misdemeanor cases before local District Courts within the state.
Coordinated and assisted lawyers and paralegals with case research and writing appellate briefs.
Organized and maintain calendars for lawyers.
Maintaining a clean and healthy living environment for residents.
Keep up to date on all food safety and health regulations.
Assisted residents in any concerns or needs they may have.
Experience
2-5 Years
Level
Junior
Education
BA In Law
Court Assistant Resume
Objective : Court Assistant is responsible for providing a clear and concise understanding of the law of a given court in the state or territory. Immediately following an appearance before a judge or magistrate, preparing a brief summary of the case (in preparation for an oral argument).
Keep up to date on the procedures and policies of the workplace.
Supervised and managed a judicial administrative staff of over five employees.
Provided administration, coordination, and management of office duties.
Timely completed challenging tasks and a daily heavy workload.
Enhanced efficiency in the judicial office by retrieving, revising, and updating criminal case files.
Conducted the hiring process of all judicial administrative staff and trained employees.
Setting court dates for criminal, juvenile, civil, probate, and family files.
Experience
2-5 Years
Level
Junior
Education
AAS in Human Services
Court Assistant Resume
Objective : Court assistants are responsible for assisting the Judge, and other judicial staff, with various tasks. Most duties include filing documents and/or records in courtrooms and other court facilities.
Skills : Content Sourcing, Customer Service, Human Resources, Project Management.
Description :
Worked closely with the Judge, law clerk, and court reporter on assigned files.
Organized files for the individual calendars for the week and provided updated information regarding the files.
Performed case/record management duties, which include the use of MNCIS computers and other computer systems within the county.
Updated the Judge's pending report to make sure the assigned cases were up-to-date.
Received Employee of the year in 2003 for handling customers with respect and providing them with correct information and for being courteous.
Ordered supplies for the division and the Judge.
Reviewed and made recommendations on petitions for discretionary review, and extraordinary writ petitions.
Experience
2-5 Years
Level
Junior
Education
AAS in Human Services
Court Assistant Resume
Objective : Court Assistant is a critical member of the legal team. They are responsible for assisting the Court Administrator in a variety of administrative duties. The duties may include: filing, copying, mailing, and other tasks as assigned by the court administrator.
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