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Jessica
Claire
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(555) 432-1000,
Montgomery Street, San Francisco, CA 94105
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Summary

Attorney who consistently takes initiative and perseveres even in the most elusive and trying of cases. Collaborates well with diverse clients of varying socio-economic and cultural backgrounds.

Highlights
  • Legal research
  • Legal writing
  • Drafting legal documents
  • Dedicated team player
  • Exceptional problem solver
  • Planning/coordinating
  • Analytical thinker
Education
Tulane University School of Law New Orleans, LA Expected in 2014 ā€“ ā€“ J.D. : Law/Civil Law - GPA :

Certificate in Civil Law Honors: Law School Scholarship; Completed 99 Public Service/Pro Bono Hours Activities: National Black Law Students Association; Law Students for Reproductive Justice

Tulane University New Orleans, LA Expected in 2009 ā€“ ā€“ Bachelor of Arts : Political Science, Sociology - GPA :

Major: Political Science; Minor: Sociology

Honors: Deanā€™s List: Spring 2004; Summer 2008; Spring 2009; Summer 2009

Certifications

Bar Admission: Applicant for July 2015 Louisiana State Bar Examination

Accomplishments
  • Tulane Law Honors: Law School Scholarship; Completed 99 Public Service/Pro Bono Hours
  • Tulane University Honors: Dean's List: Spring 2004; Summer 2008; Spring 2009; Summer 2009
Experience
Youman, Madeo, & Fasano Llp - Paralegal/Law Clerk
Manhattan, NY, 06/2012 - Current

Conducted legal research and prepared briefs, legal memoranda, or statements of issues involved in cases, including appropriate suggestions or recommendations.; Filed pleadings with court clerk; Gathered and analyzed research data, such as statutes, decisions, and legal articles, codes, and documents relevant to pending cases; Met with clients and other professionals to discuss details of case; Attended legal meetings, such as client interviews, hearings, or depositions, and took notes; Prepared for trial by performing tasks such as organizing exhibits; Investigated facts and law of cases and searched pertinent sources, such as public records, to determine causes of action and to prepare cases; Mailed, faxed, or arranged for delivery of legal correspondence to clients, witnesses, and court officials; Assisted attorneys in collecting information such as employment, medical, and other records. Organized campaign fundraising events; Initiated and maintained donor relationships; Developed and organized community outreach events; Created a campaign outreach strategy aimed at reaching historically under-served populations; Assisted in speech and publication preparation; Maintained the social media accounts; Recruited and managed volunteers; Sought out particular events and managed candidate's schedule.

Draftkings - Law Clerk
Hoboken, NJ, 07/2014 - 09/2014

Conducted legal research and prepared briefs, legal memoranda, or statements of issues involved in cases, including appropriate suggestions or recommendations to be submitted to the Social Security Administration on behalf of children and parents who applied for and were denied benefits; Met with clients and other professionals to discuss details of case and get updates on the child's progress; Assisted attorneys in collecting information such as employment, medical, and other records; Submitted requests for release of records to schools and hospitals regarding the child's condition; Investigated facts and law of cases and search pertinent sources, such as public records, to determine causes of action and to prepare cases.

Youman, Madeo, & Fasano Llp - Summer Associate
Jackson Heights, NY, 05/2012 - 06/2012

Conducted legal research and prepared briefs, legal memoranda, or statements of issues involved in cases, including appropriate suggestions or recommendations concerning various landlord/tenant matters; Prepared for trial by performing tasks such as organizing exhibits and Investigating facts and law of cases and searching pertinent sources, such as public records, to determine causes of action and to prepare cases concerning eviction under the HUD's Federal "One Strike" policy; Participated in various court proceedings and provided support to attorneys; Attended legal meetings, such as client interviews, hearings, or depositions, and took notes.

Cornerstone Building Brands - Law Clerk
York, NE, 04/2012 - 05/2012

Conducted legal research and prepared briefs, legal memoranda, or statements of issues involved in cases, including appropriate suggestions or recommendations; Prepared for trial by performing tasks such as organizing exhibits, providing discovery, transcribing inmate phone calls, and initiating victim information interviews; Assisted with witness preparation; pulled docket daily; Drafted evidence summation memoranda and other trial evaluation materials; Attended court sessions to hear oral arguments or record necessary case information.

Stand Up For Each Other (SUFEO) - Client Intake
City, STATE, 03/2012 - 04/2012

Conducted initial interviews of parents and students facing school suspension or expulsion; Created case files and recommendation forms; Conducted legal research and prepared briefs, legal memoranda, or statements of issues involved in cases, including appropriate suggestions or recommendations; Assigned cases to student attorneys; Followed up with clients regarding case status and information.

American Police Equipment - Sales Representative
City, STATE, 08/2008 - 04/2011

Assisted law enforcement/first responders in meeting uniform standards as set by their respective departments; Answered customers' questions about merchandise and advise customers on merchandise selection; Handled returns and other customer service related situations; Itemized and totaled customer merchandise selection at checkout counter, using cash register, and accepted cash or charge card for purchases; Took inventory or examine merchandise to identify items to be reordered or replenished; Designed and set up advertising signs and displays of merchandise on shelves, counters, or tables to attract customers and promote sales.

Professional Affiliations
Activities: National Black Law Students Association; Law Students for Reproductive Justice
Skills

Legal Research, Legal Writing, Strong Communication, Organized, Analytical Thinker,

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Resume Overview

School Attended

  • Tulane University School of Law
  • Tulane University

Job Titles Held:

  • Paralegal/Law Clerk
  • Law Clerk
  • Summer Associate
  • Law Clerk
  • Client Intake
  • Sales Representative

Degrees

  • J.D.
  • Bachelor of Arts

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