Gabriela Seguinot
Queens,NY
Summary
Proactive law student with excellent legal writing, legal research, and diplomatic skills with a strong work ethic. Excited to leverage existing career experience and education to positively impact society. Eager to gain invaluable hands-on legal experience.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Legal Intern
New York State Unified Court System
White Plains , New York
2023.06 - 2023.07
- Reviewed legal documents and provided summaries of their contents for the judge's use.
- Drafted briefs and other legal documents for the court attorney's use.
- Analyzed cases to identify applicable statutes and regulations.
- Assisted in the preparation of trial materials for the judge.
- Attended court proceedings to observe prosecutors and defense attorneys in action.
Legal Intern
New York State Unified Court System
Yonkers , NY
2022.06 - 2022.07
- Reviewed and summarized important information in court transcripts.
- Researched case law and statutes for the judge's use.
- Assisted in the preparation of trial materials for the judge.
- Attended court proceedings to observe family court attorneys in action.
- Maintained court records, files, and transcripts.
Intern
FOCUS Government Affairs
Hartford , Connecticut
2021.01 - 2021.06
- Advocated for client interests in meetings with legislators.
- Attended legislative sessions and committee meetings, and recorded notes for future use in client affairs.
- Managed customer correspondence and answered questions to improve satisfaction.
- Assisted in organizing conferences and kept detailed minutes for use by the firm.
Campaign Fellow
Democratic National Committee
Mamaroneck , NY
2018.07 - 2018.11
- Forged a strong rapport with voters to promote candidates in both English and Spanish.
- Kept detailed records of voters in Westchester County.
- Surveyed local voters, in person and on the phone.
- Listened attentively to the needs of local residents and identified common ground whenever present.
- Negotiated with residents to engage potential supporters.
Education
J.D. -
St. John's University School of Law
Queens, NY2027-05
Bachelor of Arts - Public Policy & Law
Trinity College
Hartford, CT2024-05
Skills
- Legal research and review
- Legal writing
- Legal document preparation
- Westlaw and Lexis-Nexis proficiency
- Building trust and relationships
- Time management
- Takes initiative
- Competent Spanish and French abilities
Timeline
Legal Intern
New York State Unified Court System
2023.06 - 2023.07
Legal Intern
New York State Unified Court System
2022.06 - 2022.07
Intern
FOCUS Government Affairs
2021.01 - 2021.06
Campaign Fellow
Democratic National Committee
2018.07 - 2018.11
J.D. -
St. John's University School of Law
Bachelor of Arts - Public Policy & Law
Trinity College
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