Andu Tekle
Grand Rapids,MI
Summary
Trusted Paralegal offering extensive legal skill set, proficiency in managing large caseloads and capacity to meet deadlines. Collects, organizes, analyzes and disseminates significant amounts of information with attention to detail and accuracy. Exercises independent judgment regarding legal and contractual matters within broadly defined practices and policies.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
Legal Intern
City of Grand Rapids City Attorney’s Office
Grand Rapids, MI
02.2024 - 05.2024
- Drafted memoranda and other legal documents.
- Researched case law and conducted legal research using various resources.
- Analyzed cases to identify applicable statutes and regulations.
- Answered management's questions and effectively presented information upon request.
- Attended court proceedings to observe attorneys in action.
- Participated in client meetings with attorney supervision.
- Provided support for complex corporate transactions including due diligence reviews.
- Organized files, documents, notes, and other materials relevant to a case or transaction.
- Reviewed contracts for accuracy and compliance with applicable laws and regulations.
- Assisted attorneys in preparing for hearings, trials, mediations, arbitrations.
Legal Services Specialist
United States Marine Corps
Grand Rapids, MI
12.2007 - 11.2015
- Conducted legal research on matters related to military law, civil litigation, FOIA, and Government policy.
- Coordinated and worked with my counterparts in the Pentagon on legal and policy matters affecting the Marine Corps as a whole.
- Coordinated, organized, and facilitated high level meetings with command staff on military law and policy matters.
- Drafted and prepared correspondence and documents such as reports, wills, powers of attorney, and others dealing with legal and quasi-legal matters.
- Maintained office correspondence, files, directives, and publications.
- Directly responsible to the Office of the Staff Judge Advocate for the training, counseling, morale, discipline, welfare, and overall performance of all enlisted personnel under my charge.
- Coordinated meetings between attorneys and clients regarding cases under investigation.
- Managed workflow processes related to assigned tasks.
- Provided administrative support such as scheduling appointments or arranging travel arrangements for attorneys.
Emergency Communications Operator
Kent County Sheriff's Department
09.2019 - 06.2022
- Received emergency calls from the public and dispatched appropriate personnel to respond.
- Monitored multiple radio frequencies for incoming transmissions.
- Operated Computer Aided Dispatch system to track units in the field.
- Maintained accurate records of all incidents handled by entering data into database.
- Coordinated with other agencies involved in responding to emergencies.
- Answered non-emergency inquiries, provided information, and directed calls as necessary.
- Handled emergency phone calls calmly and obtained pertinent information with composed approach.
- Took caller information, read associated computer information and documented vital details in call tracking and assignment system.
EMT/Paramedic
ATI Ambulance
Chicago, IL
01.2016 - 04.2019
- Responded to 911 calls for assistance with medical emergencies.
- Provided emergency care at the scene of an accident or other medical incident.
- Assessed patient condition to administer first-aid treatment or advanced level life support.
- Performed CPR and used cardiac defibrillator to revive patients in cardiac arrest or arrythmia.
- Trained new hires by offering insight into job duties and assessing shift performance.
- Administered medications as prescribed by physicians or according to established protocols.
- Evaluated patients' medical status and monitored vital signs during transit.
Education
Certificate in Paramedic Studies -
Malcolm X College
08.2018
Bachelor of Science in Legal Studies (ABA Approved) And Public And Nonprofit Administration -
Grand Valley State University
trueSkills
- Westlaw Proficient
- Legal Research
- Organization
- Time Management
- Microsoft Office Proficient
- Data Analytics
- Deductive Reasoning
- Litigation Support
- Case Management
- Legal Compliance
- Contract Review
- Compliance review
- Filing System Organization
- Critical Thinking
- Teamwork and Collaboration
Timeline
Legal Intern
City of Grand Rapids City Attorney’s Office
02.2024 - 05.2024
Emergency Communications Operator
Kent County Sheriff's Department
09.2019 - 06.2022
EMT/Paramedic
ATI Ambulance
01.2016 - 04.2019
Legal Services Specialist
United States Marine Corps
12.2007 - 11.2015
Certificate in Paramedic Studies -
Malcolm X College
Bachelor of Science in Legal Studies (ABA Approved) And Public And Nonprofit Administration -
Grand Valley State University
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