Courtney Shanken
@courtneyshanken
Detail-oriented legal assistant with a strong background in criminology.
United StatesWhat I'm looking for
I am a dedicated legal assistant with a strong foundation in criminology and a passion for supporting legal processes. With a Master’s degree from the University of Massachusetts-Lowell and a Bachelor’s degree from the University of Tennessee, I have cultivated a comprehensive understanding of the legal field and its intricacies.
Currently, I am working as a legal assistant at Jac ek Bookmiller Legal LLC and Mickel & Huffman Attorneys at Law, where I manage various legal tasks and support attorneys in their day-to-day operations. My previous experience as a resident specialist at Northwest Community Correctional Center has equipped me with unique insights into the correctional system, further enhancing my ability to assist in legal matters effectively.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Legal Assistant
Jac ek Bookmiller Legal LLC
Jul 2024 - Present (1 year 2 months)
Currently working as a Legal Assistant, providing support in legal research, document preparation, and client communication. Responsible for maintaining case files and assisting attorneys in trial preparation.
Legal Assistant
Mickel & Huffman Attorneys at Law
Oct 2023 - Present (1 year 11 months)
Serving as a Legal Assistant, focusing on legal documentation, client interaction, and case file organization. Engaged in various legal proceedings and supported attorneys in their daily tasks.
Resident Specialist
Northwest Community Correctional Center
Feb 2019 - Jul 2019 (5 months)
Worked as a Resident Specialist, providing support and supervision to residents in a correctional facility. Assisted in rehabilitation programs and maintained a safe environment.
Office Assistant
University Housing, University of Tennessee
May 2015 - May 2017 (2 years)
Employed as an Office Assistant, responsible for administrative tasks, managing student inquiries, and assisting with housing assignments.
Fieldwork Participant
Topper Hillside Field School
May 2016 - Jun 2016 (1 month)
Participated in fieldwork focused on archaeological practices, gaining hands-on experience in excavation and research methodologies.
Research Assistant
Forensic Anthropology Center
Jan 2014 - Aug 2014 (7 months)
Assisted in research related to forensic anthropology, contributing to data analysis and field studies under supervision.
Note Taker
Office of Disabilities, University of Tennessee
Jul 2014 - Aug 2014 (1 month)
Provided note-taking services for students with disabilities, ensuring accessibility and support in academic settings.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
UMUniversity of Massachusetts-Lowell
Master of Arts, Criminology
2016 - 2018
UTUniversity of Tennessee
Bachelor of Arts, Anthropology, Sociology
2013 - 2017
Loudon County High School
High School Diploma
2009 - 2013
Tech stack
Software and tools used professionally
Availability
Location
United StatesAuthorized to work in
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