Michael Sewell
Baton Rouge,LA
Summary
Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Law Clerk
East Baton Rouge Public Defender’s Office
05.2021 - 08.2021
- Assisted office attorneys in legal research
- Drafted motions, memorandums, and writs
- Proofread pleadings and motions drafted by office attorneys
- Assisted new clients with contacting and enrolling with the office
- Attended court proceedings daily
- Assessed cases for probable outcomes by researching black letter law and other legal authority, comparing fact patterns to those of precedential cases.
- Created and prepared legal drafts by organizing and assembling information for legal documents and forms.
Student Worker
LSU Parole and Reentry Clinic
08.2020 - 01.2021
- Conducted initial and periodic interviews with clients
- Compiled and maintained files on assigned clients
- Drafted briefs for clients to be presented before the Parole Board
- Spoke on behalf of clients to the Parole Board at their hearings
Law Clerk Intern
Orleans Parish District Attorney’s Office
01.2022 - Current
- Screening of incoming cases
- Review of evidence, police reports, warrant information, and statements
- Monitoring of jail calls for critical information
- Assisted attorneys with case organization and administrative tasks.
- Attended court sessions to record and listen to critical information.
Law Clerk
Smith Law Firm
01.2021 - Current
- Receives new client information and prepares case summaries
- Performs legal research
- Drafts motions, memorandums, and pleadings
- Contacts and interviews witnesses and experts
- Organizes folders and notes for trial
- Assisted attorneys with case organization and administrative tasks.
- Assessed cases for probable outcomes by researching black letter law and other legal authority, comparing fact patterns to those of precedential cases.
- Created and prepared legal drafts by organizing and assembling information for legal documents and forms.
- Conducted research for upcoming cases for firm's attorneys.
- Invoiced clients for legal fees using [Software].
Shift Leader
Big Easy Daiquiris/Creole Cuisine
01.2016 - 08.2019
- Supervised crew
- Trained new hires and acclimated them to a fast-paced work environment
- Ensured corporate policy was followed in relation to conduct, service, and products
- Resolved conflicts with customers and staff, and provided remedies as needed
- Handled and balanced currency in registers and divvyed out tips
Field Manager/Trainer
Ernie’s Pool Service
01.2006 - 01.2015
- Oversaw the creation and cultivation of new service routes
- Screened and trained new personnel and provided continual field education
- Maintained records on all clients, equipment, and complaints
- Promptly responded to customer complaints and remedied any issues
- Established personal relationships with holders of our largest accounts and commercial accounts
Salesman
Premier Kia/ World Team Direct
01.2004 - 01.2006
- Assisted clients in making decisions on large purchases
- Experience in pitching multiple products and services
- Worked with a sales team to maximize targeted leads within our territory
- Gained experience in face to face as well as telephone sales
- Learned how to open, close and to T.O
- When necessary to avoid losing sales
- Developed skills in organizing, filing, and submitting documents
Education
J.D. -
Paul M. Hebert Law Center, Louisiana State University
Bachelor of Arts - Political Science + History
Southeastern Louisiana University
Skills
Fact compilation
Litigation review
Legal memos
Proofreading
Legal Research
Case analysis
Trial memorandum preparation
Court filings
Brief and opinion writing
Additional Information
- ACADEMIC HONORS , President’s List, 2016-2019 Phi Kappa Phi, 2019 Thirteen Club Member, 2019 Paul M. Hebert Dean’s Scholarship, Fall 2019 Board of Advocates
Timeline
Law Clerk Intern
Orleans Parish District Attorney’s Office
01.2022 - Current
Law Clerk
East Baton Rouge Public Defender’s Office
05.2021 - 08.2021
Law Clerk
Smith Law Firm
01.2021 - Current
Student Worker
LSU Parole and Reentry Clinic
08.2020 - 01.2021
Shift Leader
Big Easy Daiquiris/Creole Cuisine
01.2016 - 08.2019
Field Manager/Trainer
Ernie’s Pool Service
01.2006 - 01.2015
Salesman
Premier Kia/ World Team Direct
01.2004 - 01.2006
J.D. -
Paul M. Hebert Law Center, Louisiana State University
Bachelor of Arts - Political Science + History
Southeastern Louisiana University