Laura Hatten
Modesto
Summary
Efficient Courtroom Clerk with background in managing court records, scheduling hearings and assisting judges. Skilled in maintaining accurate legal documentation, applying knowledge of court procedures, and providing exceptional service to attorneys, defendants, and courtroom personnel. Notable strengths include excellent communication skills, attention to detail, strong organizational abilities and competence in dealing with sensitive information discreetly and professionally. Previous work resulted in streamlined court processes, improved record management systems and enhanced courtroom efficiency.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
Work History
Court Room Clerk
Superior Court of California, San Joaquin County
Stockton
02.2007 - 09.2014
- Managed case files and maintained accurate court records.
- Assisted judges and attorneys during court proceedings.
- Processed legal documents and filed them according to procedures.
- Coordinated scheduling of court dates and hearings effectively.
- Provided customer service to the public regarding court processes.
- Ensured compliance with legal protocols and confidentiality standards.
- Trained new clerks on courtroom procedures and software systems.
- Cooperated with prosecutors, defense attorneys, probation officers, and bailiffs during pre-trial activities.
- Organized exhibits used during trials or hearings.
- Attended hearings to take notes on proceedings and rulings made by judge or jury members.
- Performed data entry tasks in the court's computer system.
- Managed courtroom dockets and scheduled cases for trial dates.
- Assisted in coordinating jury selection process.
- Trained new staff on court procedures and document handling practices.
- Drafted and distributed court orders and decisions as directed by judges.
Legal Clerk
Superior Court of California, San Joaquin County
Stockton
09.1992 - 02.2007
- Managed case files and legal documents for court proceedings.
- Organized court calendars and scheduled hearings efficiently.
- Assisted public and attorneys in filing court documents, and phone inquiries.
- Received fees and fines payable to the court.
Education
Franklin High School
SticktonSome College (No Degree) - Accounting
Delta Junior College
Stockton, CABusiness Accountancy
Weber Vocational
Skills
- Court record management
- Legal document processing
- Court scheduling
- Data entry
- Ten-key calculator
Timeline
Court Room Clerk
Superior Court of California, San Joaquin County
02.2007 - 09.2014
Legal Clerk
Superior Court of California, San Joaquin County
09.1992 - 02.2007
Franklin High School
Some College (No Degree) - Accounting
Delta Junior College
Business Accountancy
Weber Vocational