Ladan Abshir
Summary
A dedicated and detail-oriented professional who holds a Bachelor's degree in Political Science, currently serving as a third year Legal Assistant at Martin Law Office. Excelling in tasks such as preparing court filings, managing calendars, and effectively communicating with clients and legal professionals in both Somali and English. Demonstrates a strong work ethic, solid knowledge retention skills, and keen attention to detail. The internship at the MN State Office Building involved actively researching the American Government, and legislative processes, and drafting constituent responses. Proficient in Microsoft Office and House Caucus databases.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Legal Assistant
Martin Law Office
01.2021 - Current
- Prepare court filings, organize documents, and handle files
- Maintain calendar for meetings, filing deadlines, and court hearings
- Communicate effectively with clients, attorneys, court personnel, and law clerks
- Handle incoming notices and send client letters
- Interpret legal material for Somali-speaking clients
- Maintain heavy call volume and calendars.
- Improved communication between attorneys and clients by scheduling meetings, providing status updates, and relaying critical information promptly.
- Managed high-volume workload while maintaining strict attention to detail on every task such as drafting pleadings or summarizing depositions accurately.
Barista
Caribou Coffee
06.2017 - Current
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by efficiently preparing and serving high-quality beverages.
- Maintained a clean and organized workspace for optimal productivity and safety.
- Increased repeat business by providing exceptional customer service and building rapport with patrons.
- Streamlined order processing through accurate cash handling and efficient use of the point-of-sale system.
Intern
MN State Office Building
01.2023 - 05.2023
- Create detailed analyses and reports of bill history.
- Draft and send constituent responses
- Maintain Communications between
- Administrative tasks such as answering phones, responding to emails, and greeting representatives and constituents.
- Supported staff members in their daily tasks, reducing workload burden and allowing for increased focus on higher-priority assignments.
- Conducted research for various projects, leading to well-informed decisions and successful outcomes.
Education
Bachelor of Art in Political Science -
Metropolitan State University
St. Paul, MN06.2023
Liberal Arts And General Studies
Anoka Ramsey Community College
Coon Rapids, MN06.2021
High School Diploma -
Anoka High School
Anoka, MN06.2019
Skills
- Strong Work Ethic
- Bilingual: Somali and English native
- Knowledge Retention
- Attention to Detail
- Microsoft Office
- House caucus database
- Document Control
- Legal Research
- Correspondence
Affiliations
- The Advocates for Human Rights: Watch Court Observation
Languages
Somali
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Intern
MN State Office Building
01.2023 - 05.2023
Legal Assistant
Martin Law Office
01.2021 - Current
Barista
Caribou Coffee
06.2017 - Current
Bachelor of Art in Political Science -
Metropolitan State University
Liberal Arts And General Studies
Anoka Ramsey Community College
High School Diploma -
Anoka High School
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