Motivated Law School Graduate

Posted on: 2015-10-27

EDUCATION

The Ohio State University Michael E. Moritz College of Law, Columbus, Ohio

Juris Doctor, May 2015

GPA: 3.156

• Ohio State Journal of Criminal Law, Managing Editor: 2014-2015
• Oxford Study Abroad: Summer 2013
• Student Bar Association, Community Service Chair: 2014-2015
• Public Interest Law Foundation
  • 1L Representative
  • Treasurer: 2013-2014
• Moritz Community Outreach Program
• Dispute Resolution and Youth

University of Central Florida, Orlando, Florida

Bachelors of Science in Business Administration, cum laude, May 2012

Major: Economics; Minor: International Business

• Burnett Honors College
• LEAD Scholars Program
• Leadership Excellence Board, Director of Promotions
• Mock UN Team, 2008-2009
• Junior Achievement, 2008

 WORK EXPERIENCE

Legal Aid Society of Columbus, Housing Team                                                                                     Columbus, OH

Clinic Information Coordinator & Law Clerk                                                                                        May 2013-May 2015

• Developed and maintained a database used to track information from a newly established clinic during its pilot year from May 2013 to May 2014.
• Aided attorneys representing tenants facing eviction and other housing issues such as application denials, transfers, and reasonable accommodation in Housing Authority grievance hearings. Provided tenants with information regarding legal rights by telephone.

Office of Public Information at the Supreme Court of Ohio                                                                   Columbus, OH

Legal Extern                                                                                                                              January 2014-May 2014

• Analyzed court dockets and condensed them into 2-3 page summaries to be posted on the Supreme Court of Ohio website. Briefed court opinions to be used as media releases on the Court News Ohio website.

Dean Suite at the Ohio State University Moritz College of Law                                                              Columbus, OH

Part-time Student Receptionist                                                                                                September 2013-May 2015

• Served as first point of contact for students, faculty, staff, and guests calling or visiting the Deans Suite. Work 10-20 hours a week during the academic year.

Academic Services for Student-Athletes at the University of Central Florida                                              Orlando, FL

Assistant Tutor Coordinator & Tutor                                                                                              October 2010-July 2012

• Planned and organized tutor trainings for 40-50 tutors. Served as point person during evening tutor hours. Interviewed potential tutor candidates and attended senior level staff meetings. Tutored individuals and groups in various subjects including Economics, English, Mathematics, Computer Skills, and Business. Awarded Tutor of the Year in 2012.

Global Perspectives Office at the University of Central Florida                                                                  Orlando, FL

Intern                                                                                                                                    May 2011-December 2011 

• Researched and briefed current issues regarding global human trafficking and economic growth in Africa. Assisted in event organization and preparation.

James P. Gills YMCA                                                                                                                                    Trinity, FL

Lifeguard & Swim Instructor                                                                                                         June 2006-August 2010

• Created lesson plans and taught basic swim skills and advanced classes to pupils ranging from infants to adults. Opened the aquatic facilities several mornings a week during the summers.