Bridgett Tiller
Bridgett Tiller
320 Carl Vinson Parkway Warner Robins, Georgia 31088• Cell:------------ • B------------
Professional Summary
Knowledgeable and enthusiastic recent graduating college student with proficiency in legal research and writing. Successful in legal counseling through the application of sound judgment and excellent communication skills.
Skills
Computer Experience, Conflict Resolution, Law, Legal, Legal Research, Litigation, Excel Spreadsheets,
Windows 2016, Microsoft Word, Philosophy, Psychology, Teacher
Detail oriented
Excellent communication skills
Ability to work alone as well as in team settings
Outstanding customer service skills Confident
Honest
Self-motivated
Time manager
Report Writing
Committed
Dedicated
Optimistic
Work History
Legal Assistant, 07/2019 to current
Alex H. Morrow – Warner Robins, Georgia
• Preparing pleadings (complaints, motions, hearings, etc.)
• Taking message and answering phone calls
• Assist with handling the payroll and trust accounts for clients
• Corresponds with opposing counsel/parties, judges, judge’s assistants via email and U.S. mail.
• Arrange client appointments
• Manages the scheduling for the office
• Make court appearances assisting the attorney
• Keeping an organized book for active and closed clients
• Putting in orders to restock on office supplies
Legal Assistant, 10/2018 to 07/2019
The Boston Law Firm- Macon, Georgia
Complete administrative duties (making copies, answering and directing phone calls and greeting clients)
Implement and improve administrative processes for more efficient workflow
Coordinate appointments (all correspondence and logistics necessary)
Assist with accounting and billing
Draft documents and letters from existing acquisitions using proper licensing templates
Manage legal documentation and correspondence in strict confidence
Correspond with counsel, court and clients
Houston and Macon Judicial Circuits ADR Program, 05/2018 to Current Georgia Office of Dispute Resolution- Macon, Georgia
Responded to customer requests via telephone and email.
Copied, logged and scanned supporting documentation.
Worked directly with Cordele Judicial Circuit and Houston/Macon Judicial Courts to achieve more clientele and sales.
Analyzed departmental documents for appropriate distribution and filing.
Performed initial client assessment and analysis to obtain the necessary information needed to facilitate the conversation between the parties.
Correctional Officer, 02/2018 to 06/2018
Georgia Department of Corrections — Unadilla, Georgia
Made regular sanitation and maintenance checks of dorms and reported results to appropriate personnel.
Escorted inmates to and from cells, court, hospitals and medical appointments.
Verified facility security by inspecting plumbing, outside areas, locks and cells for potential hazards.
Searched the building and grounds, living quarters and work areas for contraband.
Made sure holding areas were cleaned and that prisoners were served meals on time.
Maintained the custody and control of 300 inmates housed in a medium security unit.
Conducted routine and emergency head counts.
Tracked inmates through head counts, visitor logs and scheduled activities.
Made rounds at specified intervals and conducted head counts and roll calls.
Built solid relationships with staff and residents to help keep the institution safe and secure
Intern, 08/2016 to 05/2017
Hall County Solicitor's Office — Gainesville, Georgia
Drafted memoranda and legal documents under the supervision of staff attorneys.
Reviewed pleadings, motions and evidence to assess their admissibility and relevance to the case.
Produced legal documents such as briefs, pleadings, appeals, wills and contracts.
Reviewed complaints, petitions, motions and pleadings to aid in determining their admissibility
Set appointments and kept calendars up to date for 3 attorneys and other staff using Legal Software.
Bachelor of Liberal Arts and Administration, December/2017
Brenau University - Gainesville, Georgia
Member of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Incorporated
Graduated with 3.6/4.0 GPA
Graduated cum laude
Majored in Conflict Resolution/Legal Studies
Coursework in:
Legal Research and Writing
Environmental Law
Law and Society
Criminal Litigation
Judicial Process and Philosophy
Constitutional Law
Advocacy in the
Workplace
Women and Law
Civil Litigation
Conflict Resolution
Advanced Conflict
Resolution
Legal Environment of Business
Constitutional Law
Introduction to
Psychology
Abnormal Psychology
Honors/Awards
Recipient of Faulty of Excellence Scholarship
Recipient of Romberg Scholarship
Recipient of Hope Scholarship
Recipient of Possible Women's Foundation Scholarship
Awarded Pillar of Excellence
Elected to Secretary and Historian for Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Incorporated in 2017
Elected to Student Vice President for Brenau Association of Mediators and Legal Scholars in the academic year of 2016-2017
Elected to Senator for Student Government Association in the academic year of 2016-2017
Elected to Secretary for College Republicans of Brenau in the academic year of 2016-2017
Member of Brenau University Mock Mediation Team
Member of Brenau Alumni Student Ambassador Association
Member of Brenau Step Team
Member of Brenau Spirit Cheer
Member of Brenau Math and Science Club (Mu Sigma Chi)
Dean's List Fall 2015 -Fall 2018
High School Diploma: 2014
Hawkinsville High School — Hawkinsville, Georgia
Certifications
Certified Neutral for the State of Georgia
Community Service
Humane Society - Gainesville, Georgia
Volunteer: August 2014 to May 2015
Assisted Veterinarians with training puppies and meeting their daily needs.
Riverbend Elementary - Gainesville, Georgia
Volunteer: August 2014 to May 2015
Assisted a teacher with activities for the 5th grade class and help tour the dorms and Brenau's campus.
Bridgett Tiller
320 Carl Vinson Parkway Warner Robins, Georgia 31088• Cell:------------ • B------------
Professional Summary
Knowledgeable and enthusiastic recent graduating college student with proficiency in legal research and writing. Successful in legal counseling through the application of sound judgment and excellent communication skills.
Skills
Computer Experience, Conflict Resolution, Law, Legal, Legal Research, Litigation, Excel Spreadsheets,
Windows 2016, Microsoft Word, Philosophy, Psychology, Teacher
Detail oriented
Excellent communication skills
Ability to work alone as well as in team settings
Outstanding customer service skills Confident
Honest
Self-motivated
Time manager
Report Writing
Committed
Dedicated
Optimistic
Work History
Legal Assistant, 07/2019 to current
Alex H. Morrow – Warner Robins, Georgia
• Preparing pleadings (complaints, motions, hearings, etc.)
• Taking message and answering phone calls
• Assist with handling the payroll and trust accounts for clients
• Corresponds with opposing counsel/parties, judges, judge’s assistants via email and U.S. mail.
• Arrange client appointments
• Manages the scheduling for the office
• Make court appearances assisting the attorney
• Keeping an organized book for active and closed clients
• Putting in orders to restock on office supplies
Legal Assistant, 10/2018 to 07/2019
The Boston Law Firm- Macon, Georgia
Complete administrative duties (making copies, answering and directing phone calls and greeting clients)
Implement and improve administrative processes for more efficient workflow
Coordinate appointments (all correspondence and logistics necessary)
Assist with accounting and billing
Draft documents and letters from existing acquisitions using proper licensing templates
Manage legal documentation and correspondence in strict confidence
Correspond with counsel, court and clients
Houston and Macon Judicial Circuits ADR Program, 05/2018 to Current Georgia Office of Dispute Resolution- Macon, Georgia
Responded to customer requests via telephone and email.
Copied, logged and scanned supporting documentation.
Worked directly with Cordele Judicial Circuit and Houston/Macon Judicial Courts to achieve more clientele and sales.
Analyzed departmental documents for appropriate distribution and filing.
Performed initial client assessment and analysis to obtain the necessary information needed to facilitate the conversation between the parties.
Correctional Officer, 02/2018 to 06/2018
Georgia Department of Corrections — Unadilla, Georgia
Made regular sanitation and maintenance checks of dorms and reported results to appropriate personnel.
Escorted inmates to and from cells, court, hospitals and medical appointments.
Verified facility security by inspecting plumbing, outside areas, locks and cells for potential hazards.
Searched the building and grounds, living quarters and work areas for contraband.
Made sure holding areas were cleaned and that prisoners were served meals on time.
Maintained the custody and control of 300 inmates housed in a medium security unit.
Conducted routine and emergency head counts.
Tracked inmates through head counts, visitor logs and scheduled activities.
Made rounds at specified intervals and conducted head counts and roll calls.
Built solid relationships with staff and residents to help keep the institution safe and secure
Intern, 08/2016 to 05/2017
Hall County Solicitor's Office — Gainesville, Georgia
Drafted memoranda and legal documents under the supervision of staff attorneys.
Reviewed pleadings, motions and evidence to assess their admissibility and relevance to the case.
Produced legal documents such as briefs, pleadings, appeals, wills and contracts.
Reviewed complaints, petitions, motions and pleadings to aid in determining their admissibility
Set appointments and kept calendars up to date for 3 attorneys and other staff using Legal Software.
Bachelor of Liberal Arts and Administration, December/2017
Brenau University - Gainesville, Georgia
Member of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Incorporated
Graduated with 3.6/4.0 GPA
Graduated cum laude
Majored in Conflict Resolution/Legal Studies
Coursework in:
Legal Research and Writing
Environmental Law
Law and Society
Criminal Litigation
Judicial Process and Philosophy
Constitutional Law
Advocacy in the
Workplace
Women and Law
Civil Litigation
Conflict Resolution
Advanced Conflict
Resolution
Legal Environment of Business
Constitutional Law
Introduction to
Psychology
Abnormal Psychology
Honors/Awards
Recipient of Faulty of Excellence Scholarship
Recipient of Romberg Scholarship
Recipient of Hope Scholarship
Recipient of Possible Women's Foundation Scholarship
Awarded Pillar of Excellence
Elected to Secretary and Historian for Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Incorporated in 2017
Elected to Student Vice President for Brenau Association of Mediators and Legal Scholars in the academic year of 2016-2017
Elected to Senator for Student Government Association in the academic year of 2016-2017
Elected to Secretary for College Republicans of Brenau in the academic year of 2016-2017
Member of Brenau University Mock Mediation Team
Member of Brenau Alumni Student Ambassador Association
Member of Brenau Step Team
Member of Brenau Spirit Cheer
Member of Brenau Math and Science Club (Mu Sigma Chi)
Dean's List Fall 2015 -Fall 2018
High School Diploma: 2014
Hawkinsville High School — Hawkinsville, Georgia
Certifications
Certified Neutral for the State of Georgia
Community Service
Humane Society - Gainesville, Georgia
Volunteer: August 2014 to May 2015
Assisted Veterinarians with training puppies and meeting their daily needs.
Riverbend Elementary - Gainesville, Georgia
Volunteer: August 2014 to May 2015
Assisted a teacher with activities for the 5th grade class and help tour the dorms and Brenau's campus.