Amanda Kaufman
Santa Cruz,CA
Summary
Motivated and leadership-driven student with experience as an outdoor officer and Wilderness First Responder, leading trips and teaching environmental responsibility. Brings strong legal support experience, including managing complex documentation, preparing clients, and working within fast-paced law environments. Also dedicated to community service, with experience supporting underserved populations through meal service and youth programs.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Officer
Santa Cruz Backpacking Club
Santa Cruz, CA
03.2026 - Current
- Served as an officer and Wilderness First Responder (WFR), leading outdoor trips including backpacking, snowshoeing, day hikes, and on-campus natural history tours
- Planned and coordinated trips across California, managing logistics, safety protocols, and group dynamics
- Led groups in varied terrain and weather conditions, making real-time decisions to ensure safety and positive outcomes
- Managed participants with diverse dietary needs, physical limitations, and medical conditions in backcountry settings
- Taught Leave No Trace principles, natural history, and outdoor skills to promote environmental stewardship and responsible recreation
- Promoted club engagement by tabling on campus, assisting with merchandise sales, and developing growth ideas, including a newsletter and social media content
Legal Assistant
DBR Law
Los Angeles, CA
04.2024 - Current
- Organized and maintained legal files for an entertainment law practice, ensuring documents were accurately labeled and easily accessible
- Assisted with document management and case organization to support ongoing legal matters
- Prepared and compiled materials for client use and internal review
- Maintained confidentiality while handling sensitive client and contract information
Legal Assistant
Resolve Law Group
Los Angeles, CA
08.2023 - 05.2025
- Completed all bankruptcy document filings accurately and 100% on time for Chapter 7 and Chapter 13 cases
- Communicated with clients to secure required documents prior to creditor meetings and ensured hearing readiness
- Coordinated and reviewed Chapter 13 retainers, meeting strict deadlines
- Reviewed financial documents (tax returns, bank statements, pay stubs, W-2s, mortgage statements) before timely submission to the trustee
- Prepared all bankruptcy filings for court and assisted with drafting and reviewing reaffirmation agreements for submission
Education
Associate of Science - Psychology
University of California, Santa Cruz
Santa Cruz, CA06-2027
Associate of Arts - Art History
Los Angeles Pierce College
Woodland Hills, CA06-2025
Associate of Arts - Psychology
Los Angeles Pierce College
Woodland Hills, CA05-2025
Skills
- Leadership
- Organization
- Detail Oriented
- Time management
- Communication
- Teamwork
- Problem solving
- Decision making
- Adaptability
- Reliability
- Safety awareness
- Planning and coordination
Certification
- Wilderness First Responder, NOLS - March 28th, 2026 - March 28th, 2028
- Adult, Child, Infant CPR, AED and Airway Management - NOLS - March 28th, 2026 - March 28th, 2028
- Epinephrine Auto-injector March 26th, 2026 - March 28th, 2028
Timeline
Officer
Santa Cruz Backpacking Club
03.2026 - Current
Legal Assistant
DBR Law
04.2024 - Current
Legal Assistant
Resolve Law Group
08.2023 - 05.2025
Associate of Science - Psychology
University of California, Santa Cruz
Associate of Arts - Art History
Los Angeles Pierce College
Associate of Arts - Psychology
Los Angeles Pierce College