KAIDEN-LEIGH CLOETE
St Louis
Summary
I am a Legal Assistant and recent graduate seeking the opportunity to further my aspiration in pursuing a legal career. I am a hardworking, driven, detailed, and goal-oriented individual with the aspiration to attend a law school in Fall 2025. Having worked alongside and with attorneys, paralegals, customers / clients, I have gained experience in a professional, diverse, and confidential business and legal environments. After completing my International Business Studies degree at the University of Arkansas and abroad university, I have obtained education that furthered my understanding and appreciation for diverse backgrounds and teamwork. I strive to gain multicultural experiences to grow my understanding of the world around me, this being the case, my long-term goal is to be part of an industry that serves clients globally. I am committed to acquiring new skills and traits that will help integrate and prepare me for a legal career.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Legal Assistant
Gordon Rees Scully Mansukhani LLP
08.2024 - Current
- Increased client satisfaction by efficiently managing case files and promptly addressing inquiries.
- Managed high-volume workload while maintaining strict attention to detail on every task such as drafting pleadings or summarizing depositions accurately.
- Facilitated timely resolution of legal matters by preparing and organizing essential documents.
- Managed accounts and client records of clients, observing confidentiality, and extreme discretion.
- Handled court filing and ensured reduced errors by meticulously proofreading documents for accuracy before submission.
- Enhanced office productivity by implementing efficient document management systems
- Assisted with trial preparation, including creation of exhibits, transcription of sensitive evidence, deposition and trial binders, compilation of witness lists, and organization of evidence materials.
- Increased team and attorney efficiency by coordinating schedules, managing court dates and deadlines, and ensuring timely filing of legal documents.
- Drafted legal documents, including pleadings, exhibits, Interrogatories, and motions, to support attorneys in various cases.
- Coordinated work events and helped maintain office meetings including depositions, mediations, and interviews
- Handled invoices and expenses of attorneys and the firm
- Helped progress the process of setting up payments towards Experts and external services used, while working closely with the accounting department
- Communicated with Experts regarding the review of pathology materials and other medical records
- Handled the logistics of pathology materials with Experts and Laboratory facilities
Keyholder
Fayetteville Mercantile
03.2022 - 09.2022
- Resolved customer complaints professionally, resulting in increased customer satisfaction and loyalty.
- Managed store personnel by delegating tasks and supervising daily operations.
- Oversaw store operations by counting cash drawers, reviewing equipment management, and supervising staff.
Internal Marketing Assistant - Remote
Rachel McMichael Consulting
04.2020 - 05.2021
- Worked closely with the marketing development team to create and maintain marketing materials for sales presentations and client meetings.
- Compiled product information, market and customer data to generate informed sales and profit projections.
- Proofread marketing collateral ahead of printing to eliminate errors.
Legal Assistant
Law Office Of Kg
04.2019 - 09.2019
- Handled office scheduling and made notes for deadlines, motions and other important dates.
- Maintained clerical duties in the office and organized trial binders and files.
- Scheduled appointments, court appearances and depositions for a busy law firm.
- Worked alongside attorneys, and administrative assistants on complex cases and legal processes.
- Communicated with Medical and Insurance providers.
- Drafted up and mailed out legal documents.
- Handled evidence within a case.
- Communicated with new and current clients one-on-one and via telephone.
- Worked with Google (docs, calendar, and chat), and Microsoft Office (Word, and Excel).
Barista
Starbucks
03.2018 - 02.2019
- Maintained cleanliness, daily transactions, and daily inventory
- Actively pursued to create a comfortable and welcoming environment for customers and co-workers.
- Managed time effectively to balance both front-of-house tasks and back-of-house responsibilities during busy periods.
- Worked in a collaborative setting with efficient processes
Education
Bachelor of Science - International Business Studies & French Minor
University of Arkansas
Fayetteville, AR05.2024
Study Abroad - Grenoble Ecole De Management
Grenoble, France01-2024
High School Diploma - undefined
Lake Travis High School
Austin, TX06.2018
Skills
- Professional demeanor and Customer Service
- Detail oriented and Quality Control
- Inventory Management
- Results-Oriented
- Time Management / Punctual
- Marketing and Product sales
- Proficient in Microsoft Office and Google
- Conflict Resolution and Critical Thinking
- Legal Research and Legal Terminology
- Administrative Support, Schedule Coordination, and Billing Statements
- Organized work ethic
- Dependable and Loyal
Languages
Afrikaans: Native/ Bilingual
English: Native/ Bilingual
French: Intermediate
Certification
- Licensed Notary in St. Louis, MO - Current
Interests
- Traveling and being exposed to different cultures and languages
- Expanding my culinary knowledge in cooking and baking
- Enjoy participating in a gym regiment for overall physical and mental well-being
- Staying active through gym workouts, yoga, walking, jump-rope, and swimming
- Kayaking and hiking
- Practicing my art skills through photography, baking and cooking, sketching, painting, and fashion
- Enjoy crocheting, reading, strategy games, and building puzzles
- Furthering my knowledge about international relations and legal systems through documentaries, travel, and research
Timeline
Legal Assistant
Gordon Rees Scully Mansukhani LLP
08.2024 - Current
Keyholder
Fayetteville Mercantile
03.2022 - 09.2022
Internal Marketing Assistant - Remote
Rachel McMichael Consulting
04.2020 - 05.2021
Legal Assistant
Law Office Of Kg
04.2019 - 09.2019
Barista
Starbucks
03.2018 - 02.2019
High School Diploma - undefined
Lake Travis High School
Bachelor of Science - International Business Studies & French Minor
University of Arkansas
Study Abroad - Grenoble Ecole De Management
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