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Cristi West

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Summary

Dedicated and adaptable professional with a proactive attitude and the ability to learn quickly. Strong work ethic and effective communication skills. Eager to contribute to a dynamic team and support organizational goals.

Overview

23
23
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Legal Assistant

Bain & McRae, LLP
Lillington
11.2024 - Current
  • Knowledgeable dealing with pleadings, affidavits, motions and exhibit preparation.
  • Processed incoming mail on a daily basis.
  • Coordinated and managed case files, ensuring all documents were accurately filed and easily accessible.
  • Managed case files and documentation, ensuring accuracy and confidentiality.
  • Met with clients and attorneys to discuss case details and evidence.
  • Reviewed and organized legal documents, such as pleadings, motions, and briefs.
  • Performed administrative duties such as photocopying, scanning, and organizing legal documents.
  • Organized legal documents in company filing systems and databases.
  • Responded to client calls and inquiries to deliver applicable information.
  • Maintained client files according to established protocols.
  • Drafted correspondence to clients and other attorneys.

Business Owners

Aha Moments Learning Center
Four Oaks
08.2014 - 03.2023
  • Promoted business on social media platforms to maximize brand identity and generate revenue.
  • Formed and sustained strategic relationships with clients.
  • Established marketing strategies, such as social media campaigns, to promote the business.
  • Provided guidance and support to staff in their roles as childcare providers.
  • Developed and implemented policies, procedures, and programs for the childcare center.
  • Adhered to state licensing regulations for childcare centers.
  • Ensured compliance with local regulations governing childcare facilities.
  • Hired, mentored and monitored qualified childcare staff.

Teacher

Johnston County Schools
Four Oaks
08.2004 - 06.2014
  • Prepared and maintained classroom environments appropriate for student learning and physical, social and emotional development.
  • Met with administrators and department team members to work on curriculum planning and assessment methods.
  • Built and strengthened positive relationships with students, parents and teaching staff.
  • Planned and implemented lessons using various teaching strategies to meet diverse student needs.
  • Met with parents and guardians to discuss students' progress and areas requiring improvement.

Deputy Clerk

Wake County Clerk of Court
Raleigh
01.2002 - 05.2004
  • Facilitated communication between the court and involved parties for case updates.
  • Tracked cases and managed electronic and physical records, creating new case files, entering filings, hearings, trials and judgments and closing cases when complete.
  • Updated and maintained court calendar, responded to inquiries about court procedures and resolved scheduling conflicts with attorneys.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Criminal Justice Administration

University of Mount Olive
Mount Olive, NC
06-2004

License/Certificate - K-5 Elementary Education

North Carolina State University
Raleigh, NC

Skills

  • Pleadings preparation
  • Document organization
  • Case management
  • File management
  • Problem solving
  • Detail orientation
  • Time management
  • Effective communication

Certification

  • Notary Public - 2/25/2025

Timeline

Legal Assistant

Bain & McRae, LLP
11.2024 - Current

Business Owners

Aha Moments Learning Center
08.2014 - 03.2023

Teacher

Johnston County Schools
08.2004 - 06.2014

Deputy Clerk

Wake County Clerk of Court
01.2002 - 05.2004

Bachelor of Science - Criminal Justice Administration

University of Mount Olive

License/Certificate - K-5 Elementary Education

North Carolina State University

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