KRIZMA STEWART
HYATTSVILLE
Summary
Dedicated administrative professional with successful experience in fast-paced office settings. Hardworking team player with expertise in completing various clerical tasks and offering staff support. Responsible, punctual and productive professional with little to no supervision.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Deputy Clerk – Courtroom Clerk
Wake County Clerk of Superior Court
Raleigh, NC
10.2018 - 03.2026
- Processed and filed legal documents, ensuring compliance with court procedures.
- Collaborated with court staff to prepare for hearings and trials, facilitating smooth operations.
- Provided front-line customer service, addressing inquiries and directing the public to appropriate resources.
- Maintained accurate records of court proceedings, contributing to data integrity and accessibility.
- Trained new clerical staff on office protocols, document management systems, and courtroom procedures.
- Maintained confidentiality by adhering to strict privacy guidelines when handling sensitive information.
- Provided quality clerical support through data entry, document management, email correspondence, and overseeing operation of office equipment.
- Delivered reliable support during trials by preparing exhibits, administering oaths to witnesses, and taking minutes of court proceedings.
- Tracked internal legal documents and verified submittal to Clerk's office for signature and execution to comply with predetermined guidelines.
- Assisted judges and attorneys by providing necessary information and documentation during trials.
- Managed courtroom logistics, including setup of equipment and materials for trial presentations.
- Assisted judges in managing court proceedings by coordinating schedules, preparing orders, and ensuring proper follow-up on cases.
- Optimized workflow for court personnel through effective coordination with bailiffs, attorneys, witnesses, jurors, and other stakeholders.
- Prepared court orders and judgments for signature.
Paralegal – Legal Assistant
Dement, Aksew, & Johnston Law Firm
Raleigh, NC
10.2021 - 02.2022
- Organized case files and maintained comprehensive records for easy retrieval and reference.
- Reduced attorney workload by drafting routine legal documents such as pleadings, motions, and affidavits.
- Managed scheduling of court calendars and deadlines to maintain smooth flow of firm operations.
- Enhanced case efficiency by organizing and maintaining legal documents, files, and correspondence.
- Assisted counsel in preparing answers, providing documentation, and information for discovery request.
- Liaised with other paralegals and legal staff to complete common tasks on schedule.
- Contributed to firm-client relationship building through professional interactions with clients during meetings or phone calls, conveying empathy while maintaining confidentiality.
- Ensured compliance with court rules and procedures by accurately preparing and submitting legal filings within established timeframes.
- Improved client trust and satisfaction, providing comprehensive support and updates throughout case progression.
Education
No Degree - Business Administration of Science – Focus Criminal Justice
Strayer University
Raleigh, North CarolinaBachelor's - Forensic Psychology
Columbia Southern University
Orange Beach, AL12.2027
Skills
- Filing systems
- Document preparation
- Policy enforcement
- Legal terminology
- Calendar management
- Telephone etiquette
- Administrative tasks
- Administrative support
- Verbal and writing communication
- Confidentiality
- Organization
Timeline
Paralegal – Legal Assistant
Dement, Aksew, & Johnston Law Firm
10.2021 - 02.2022
Deputy Clerk – Courtroom Clerk
Wake County Clerk of Superior Court
10.2018 - 03.2026
No Degree - Business Administration of Science – Focus Criminal Justice
Strayer University
Bachelor's - Forensic Psychology
Columbia Southern University