John Detty
Ashland,VA
Summary
Thorough Legal Officer with 22 years of vast experience aiding lawyers in military and federal law. Proficient in navigating legal databases such as LexisNexis paired with in-depth knowledge of legal system and laws. Self-directed and motivated professional with expertise in administrative support, legal services and project management. Committed to successfully managing large caseloads and meeting deadlines.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
Work History
Legal Officer
U.S. Navy Active Duty
09.2023 - 09.2025
- Filed electronic and paper form court documents at both state and federal levels.
- Managed calendar for 2 C-Suite Level Commanders to keep track of appointments and legal briefings for hearings, investigations, trials, and operations.
- Conducted and oversaw administrative and criminal investigations.
- Gathered and analyzed research data such as statutes, decisions and legal articles, codes and documents.
- Developed comprehensive corporate leadership strategy and trained executives, upper management and legal department on adherence to strategy.
- Composed correspondence and relevant memoranda and accurately transcribed dictation.
- Developed detailed plans based on broad guidance and direction.
- Streamlined and monitored quality programs to alleviate overdue compliance activities.
Senior Paralegal
U.S. Navy Active Duty
11.2020 - 09.2023
- Managed all incoming correspondence from judges, court administrative staff and opposing parties.
- Coordinated settlement talks between counsel, defendants, and plaintiffs.
- Oversaw 13 paralegal staff focused on Military, Federal, and Administrative law.
- Coordinated cases in easy-to-review format by using Microsoft Excel / Access spreadsheets and databases.
- Trained new employees on company policies and legal standards.
- Edited and proofread legal documents to verify accuracy.
- Maintained and updated organized client contact information to keep in touch with clients and provide updates on cases.
- Researched statutes, decisions, legal articles, and codes.
- Conducted and oversaw criminal and administrative investigations.
- Collaborated with attorneys to develop strategies for each case.
Paralegal/Senior Criminal Investigator
U.S. Navy Active Duty
04.2018 - 11.2020
- Collaborated with federal agencies on investigations.
- Collected, analyzed and interpreted information, documentation, and physical evidence associated with investigations.
- Conducted interviews with witnesses and clients.
- Conducted thorough face-to-face interviews with employers, families, neighbors, friends, and suspects, and documented investigative findings.
- Documented findings and prepared detailed reports.
- Carefully documented statements, observations, and evidentiary materials.
- Collected information pertaining to criminal proceedings and performed investigations to resolve cases.
- Conducted multi-scope research into suspects to determine criminal activities and suspect operating environments.
Education
Associate of Science - Paralegal Studies
Roger Williams University
Bristol, RI12-2012
Skills
- Litigation management
- Legal research
- Legal documentation and reporting
- Legal writing
- Document review
- Legal analysis
- Adaptability and flexibility
- Case consulting
- Computer skills
- Negotiation and conflict resolution
- Interview techniques
- Investigative research
Accomplishments
- Achieved a 90% increase in efficiency by introducing new Access Databases for administrative case management and tracking.
- Assisted in the creation of U.S. Navy Policy concerning the administrative processing of Sailors out of the Navy who also had medical issues or disabilities.
- Created the first U.S. Navy policy outlining the functional steps in conducting administrative separation boards remotely.
Certification
Department of Labor Certifications:
- Criminal Investigator
- Office Manager/Administrative Services
- Legal Secretary
- Computer Operator
Work Availability
monday
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sunday
morning
afternoon
evening
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Timeline
Legal Officer
U.S. Navy Active Duty
09.2023 - 09.2025
Senior Paralegal
U.S. Navy Active Duty
11.2020 - 09.2023
Paralegal/Senior Criminal Investigator
U.S. Navy Active Duty
04.2018 - 11.2020
Associate of Science - Paralegal Studies
Roger Williams University
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