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Court Scheduling ~ Case File Management ~ Relationship Management

Financial Administration ~ Personnel Leadership ~ Policy & Procedure Development

         Offer substantial legal background complemented by sharp administrative, scheduling, bookkeeping, calendar management, and documentation skills.

         Well-versed in legal codes and court procedures encompassing Michigan Court Rules, Executive Orders, Small Claims Affidavits, and civil pleadings and proceedings.

         Continuously seek out new approaches to streamline and expedite administrative processes, vital to controlling expenses and fueling efficiency.

         Excellent experience with court scheduling, caseload management, garnishments, and all facets of probation operations.

         Skilled in multiple administrative functions of the court including financial elements, employee relations, caseload analysis, database administration, and records management.

         Demonstrated success in employee relations, policy and procedure development, cost containment, accounting and funds allocation, and docket control.

         Seamlessly liaise with county officials, attorneys, and law enforcement to explain court policies and procedures and discuss or resolve issues of mutual concern.

41B District Court, Mount Clemens, MI, 1997 to Present

Probation Officer 2009 to Present

         Oversee 300+ probation cases by assessing needs and risks, investigating violations, closely monitoring probationer activity, and maintaining up-to-date case documentation.

         Administer and interpret drug and alcohol screens, advise defendants of probation terms, emphasize compliance, and verify restitution on probation matters.

         Determine and decisively recommend appropriate counseling, testing, and community service programs to defendants.

         Establish practical and efficient administrative infrastructure to optimize departmental workflow.

         Define payment schedules, and monitor court costs and other criminal justice monies.

         Proactively develop influential referral sources for education services, social services, and employment opportunities.

         Verify and present detailed reports on personal, social, educational, financial, vocational, and health-related status of defendants, and deliver prudent recommendations for disposition.

         Maintain database systems as well as comprehensive written reports and legal materials.

         Attend court hearings and provide in-depth information, helpful assistance, and sensible recommendations to judge and other officials.

         Initiate productive working relationships with surrounding jurisdictions to achieve transparent cooperation.

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Professional Experience continued

District Court Clerk I & II 1997 to 2009

         Monitored and reliably enforced stringent quality control for documents processed within General Civil Department.

         Trained, supervised, mentored, and coached personnel to ensure consistent adherence to policies and procedures.

         Supported and promoted cohesive efforts among judges, Deputy Court Administrator, and Secretary of State.

         Governed daily accounting of revenue functions and responsibilities in Deputy Court Administrator s absence.

         Applied polished active listening skills to swiftly resolve client issues.

         Promptly reconciled unsettled files and issues, and maintained meticulous records.

Macomb County Legal Aid Bureau, Clinton Township, MI, 1996 to 1997

Legal Secretary

         Spearheaded office operations such as file management, scheduling meetings and court dates, preparing pleadings, and facilitating court filings.

         Compiled, edited and maintained high volume of complex legal documents, correspondence, and memoranda.

         Screened, assessed, prioritized, and responded to incoming phone calls/inquiries, mail, and visitors.

         Exhibited excellent multi-tasking skills in typing, mailing, circulating, and filing correspondence, memos, timesheets, briefs, and reports for attorneys.

Northwood University, Harrison Township, MI

Bachelor of Arts, Business Administration, 2007

Associate of Arts, Business Management, 2006

Microsoft Office Suite (Access, Word, Excel, PowerPoint), SOS, LEIN