Brianna Tovar
San Antonio,Texas
Summary
Aspiring legal professional with hands-on experience in criminal and immigration law. Proven skills in legal research, client counseling, and oral advocacy. Committed to contributing to legal teams with a strong work ethic and fresh perspectives. Eager to apply classroom knowledge to impactful legal solutions.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Student Attorney
St. Mary's Criminal Justice Clinic
San Antonio, Texas
08.2024 - Current
- Enhanced oral advocacy skills through participation in court hearings and simulation exercises
- Prepared and revised legal briefs and motions, ensuring accuracy and adherence to legal standards
- Established effective client communication channels, serving as the main point of contact for
Legal Intern
American Gateways
San Antonio, Texas
05.2024 - 08.2024
- Completed immigration applications such as Asylum, Permanent Residency, and Naturalization
- Drafted affidavits and declarations of support
- Interviewed clients in English and Spanish to gather information central to their case
Law Clerk
Goldstein & Orr
San Antonio, Texas
01.2024 - 04.2024
- Drafted and edited appellate briefs for high-profile criminal cases
- Drafted and edited motions in high-profile writ of Habeas Corpus cases
- Conducted comprehensive legal research and drafted various documents under strict deadlines
Legal Intern in County Court 6
Travis County Attorney's Office
Austin, Texas
05.2023 - 08.2023
- Performed legal research and studied legal records and documents
- Drafted motions, memorandum, and other legal documents
- Assisted in discovery requests and in representing the State at docket
Data Entry Clerk
Billd
Austin, Texas
04.2022 - 08.2022
- Inputted information into spreadsheets, databases, and customer relationship management systems
- Obtained further information for incomplete documents
- Kept detailed records of tasks, files, and projects
Administrative Assistant
Helfman, Davis, and Schmidt CPAs
San Clemente, California
01.2022 - 04.2022
- Scanned and entered client documents into project management software
- Printed and assembled client tax returns
- Provided customer support on phone lines
Data Entry Clerk
Family Emergency Room
Cedar Park, Texas
04.2021 - 08.2021
- Handled and protected confidential patient information
- Corrected data errors regarding demographic, contact, and insurance information
- Participated in team meetings and training
Office Runner
Gray & Becker, P.C.
Austin, TX
07.2019 - 05.2020
- Assisted in legal clerical work
- Filed and scanned confidential legal documents; organized and maintained filing system
- Handled cash and bank deposits
Education
Doctor of Jurisprudence -
St. Mary's University School of Law
San Antonio, Texas05.2025
Bachelor of Arts - Sociology, Business Spanish
University of Texas at Austin
Austin, Texas05.2021
Skills
- Legal research
- Legal Writing
- Case Analysis
- Client interviewing
- Criminal law
- Immigration law
- Oral advocacy
Community Service
- American Gateways
- Social Justice ID Recovery Program
- San Antonio Legal Services Association
Languages
Spanish, Conversational, oral and written
Affiliations
- Dean's List Spring 2024
Timeline
Student Attorney
St. Mary's Criminal Justice Clinic
08.2024 - Current
Legal Intern
American Gateways
05.2024 - 08.2024
Law Clerk
Goldstein & Orr
01.2024 - 04.2024
Legal Intern in County Court 6
Travis County Attorney's Office
05.2023 - 08.2023
Data Entry Clerk
Billd
04.2022 - 08.2022
Administrative Assistant
Helfman, Davis, and Schmidt CPAs
01.2022 - 04.2022
Data Entry Clerk
Family Emergency Room
04.2021 - 08.2021
Office Runner
Gray & Becker, P.C.
07.2019 - 05.2020
Doctor of Jurisprudence -
St. Mary's University School of Law
Bachelor of Arts - Sociology, Business Spanish
University of Texas at Austin
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