Open To Work
AYA ALCODRAY
Royal Oak,MI
Summary
Experienced with conducting thorough legal research and analysis to support case strategies. Utilizes effective communication and negotiation skills to advocate for clients. Track record of proficient legal research and analysis to support case preparation.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Advocate/Witness
Mock Trial
Ada, Ohio
08.2025 - Current
- Formulated comprehensive case theories to support legal strategies.
- Assisted in organizing travel arrangements for school competitions. Supported teams in preparing for events against other schools. Coordinated logistics to facilitate participation in competitive activities.
- Managed witness preparation and support to enhance effectiveness and reliability.
Intern
Judicial Externship
Detroit, MI
06.2025 - 08.2025
- Completed school externship to gain practical experience and enhance skill set.
- Monitored court proceedings and compiled detailed notes for judge review.
- Drafted comprehensive default judgment case opinion and accompanying memorandum.
Substitute Teacher
EduStaff
Dearborn, MI
09.2023 - 08.2024
- Facilitated instruction across multiple grade levels to enhance student learning outcomes.
- Exhibited leadership qualities and fostered character development.
- Forged and maintained connections with students to enhance engagement.
Manager
Mint 29
Dearborn, MI
09.2023 - 08.2024
- Directed comprehensive restaurant operations to ensure efficient service delivery.
- Supported restaurant attorney in meetings, ensuring comprehensive understanding of legal matters.
- Directed comprehensive restaurant marketing initiatives to enhance brand visibility.
Paralegal
Kitch Attorneys and Counselors
Detroit, MI
01.2024 - 08.2024
- Led meetings with clients, attorneys, and other professionals to discuss case details.
- Assisted in filing pleadings with court clerks. Supported trial preparation activities. Collaborated with legal teams to ensure readiness for court proceedings.
- Assisted in preparing briefs, wills, and contracts. Aided in the creation of pleadings and appeals.
Business Administrator
Qahwah House
Dearborn, MI
09.2022 - 08.2023
- Facilitated outreach to political figures to enhance business representation.
- Oversaw operations at Dearborn location, ensuring efficiency and productivity.
- Spearheaded identification of potential new locations for business expansion.
Intern
AT Law Group, PLLC
Dearborn, MI
09.2021 - 09.2022
- Organized and maintained client records and status reports for efficient information retrieval.
- Attended numerous court dates to gain insights into personal injury case resolution strategies.
- Led comprehensive legal research initiatives, ensuring thorough analysis and interpretation.
Sales Associate
Orange Theory Fitness
Dearborn, MI
01.2021 - 08.2022
- Pioneered employee onboarding processes as the first hire in a growing team.
- Led coordination of holiday celebrations to ensure inclusive cultural representation.
- Delivered exceptional customer service during challenging hours, ensuring client satisfaction.
Volunteer
Alcodray Food Distribution
Dearborn, MI
05.2020 - 06.2020
- Assisted in food distribution operations, ensuring timely delivery of resources to community members.
- Organized and maintained inventory of food supplies, promoting efficient resource management.
- Supported team in preparing food packages for distribution, enhancing workflow efficiency.
Intern
Debbie Dingell Offices
Dearborn, MI
09.2017 - 09.2019
- Assisted in data entry and management using Excel and internal databases.
- Conducted research to gather information for ongoing projects and initiatives.
- Adapted quickly to new software tools enhancing overall team efficiency.
Education
2L year in Law School -
Claude W. Petite School of Law
Ada, OH05-2027
B.S. in Business Administration - Psychology
Wayne State University
Detroit, MI12-2023
Skills
- Microsoft Office proficiency
- Oral debate
- Legal writing
- Trial experience
- Case management, Document filing
- Legal research and Analysis
- Reviewing documents
- Argument writing
- Knowledge of federal and state laws
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Arabic
Native or Bilingual
Interests
- Ice skating professionally (team and solo)
- Composing and playing piano music
- Playing golf and tennis
- Speaking in public forums
- Helping others and giving back to the community
- Avid reader and writer
Extra - Curricular
Pre-Law Student Association at WSU
- Aided incoming freshmen in getting acclimated to the new pre-law program
- Offered free tutoring services to those who needed help
Lebanese Student Association at WSU
- Organized parties that showed Lebanese roots and taught members of different cultures about Lebanese culture
- Planned student field trips that taught members about the accepting and respectful culture of Lebanese Arabs in Detroit
Timeline
Advocate/Witness
Mock Trial
08.2025 - Current
Intern
Judicial Externship
06.2025 - 08.2025
Paralegal
Kitch Attorneys and Counselors
01.2024 - 08.2024
Substitute Teacher
EduStaff
09.2023 - 08.2024
Manager
Mint 29
09.2023 - 08.2024
Business Administrator
Qahwah House
09.2022 - 08.2023
Intern
AT Law Group, PLLC
09.2021 - 09.2022
Sales Associate
Orange Theory Fitness
01.2021 - 08.2022
Volunteer
Alcodray Food Distribution
05.2020 - 06.2020
Intern
Debbie Dingell Offices
09.2017 - 09.2019
2L year in Law School -
Claude W. Petite School of Law
B.S. in Business Administration - Psychology
Wayne State University