Katherine Coats
Doddridge
Summary
Dedicated legal secretary with over 15 years of experience in managing case files and drafting legal documents. Recognized for exceptional attention to detail and strong communication skills, contributing to effective trial preparation and court filings.
Faithful Sunday School Teacher & Nursery Worker with over 20 years experience, committed to providing gospel centered, spiritual education for children of all ages. Kind and respectful as well as knowledgeable in Sunday school curriculum, scripture and content. Skillful in planning and coordinating gospel centered activities and helping children to learn to love the Word of God!
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
Work History
Legal Secretary
Bowie County District Attorney's Office
Texarkana, TX
09.2010 - Current
- Managed case files and maintained organized records for efficient retrieval and filing.
- Prepared legal documents, including motions and orders, ensuring compliance with court requirements.
- Assisted in trial preparation by compiling evidence and summarizing relevant case information.
- Arranged for delivery of legal correspondence to attorneys, witnesses, and court officials.
- Organized files for court proceedings.
- Answered and directed calls using multi-line switchboard.
- Organized and maintained an efficient electronic filing system for easy access to critical documents and data.
- Provided exceptional customer service when greeting the public and answering phone calls, fostering a welcoming environment.
- Assisted in drafting legal documents such as pleadings, motions, and orders, contributing to successful case resolutions.
- Filed documents with courts on behalf of attorney.
- Transcribed legal documents and phone conversations.
Sunday School Teacher / Nursery Worker
Crossway Church
Queen City, TX
09.2006 - Current
- Facilitated interactive Bible study sessions, promoting critical thinking and discussion among participants.
- Encouraged class participation to build student confidence and interest in biblical teachings.
- Managed classroom behavior to maintain safety and promote orderly learning environments.
- Enhanced student understanding by incorporating hands-on activities and creative teaching methods.
- Tested children's bible knowledge by asking bible trivia questions and hosting bible quizzing competitions.
- Managed classroom behavior effectively, maintaining a respectful atmosphere conducive to learning.
- Merged bible verses with current events to develop curriculum and address relevant topics children regularly encounter.
- Implemented differentiated instruction strategies, catering to individual student strengths and areas for growth.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Criminal Justice
Texas A&M University - Texarkana
Texarkana, TX05-2012
Skills
- Court & document filing
- Document formatting
- Efficient multi-tasker
- Word processing
- Phone etiquette
- MS office proficient
- Positive reinforcement
- Teaching bible stories
Timeline
Legal Secretary
Bowie County District Attorney's Office
09.2010 - Current
Sunday School Teacher / Nursery Worker
Crossway Church
09.2006 - Current
Bachelor of Science - Criminal Justice
Texas A&M University - Texarkana