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Brooke Johnson

Memphis,TN

Summary

Professional with top skills in communication, critical thinking and active learning. Helps cases with professionally prepared legal documents and thorough research.

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience

Work History

Legal Assistant

Baker and Whitt, PLLC
Memphis, TN
05.2023 - Current
  • Assisting attorneys with trial preparation, including the management of case material, preparation of exhibits, and organization of evidence
  • Requesting and organizing large volumes of medical records, ensuring accurate and comprehensive documentation of patient histories and alleged malpractice incidents
  • Conducting research on relevant case law and standards of care to provide support in drafting discovery filings and expert disclosures for complex medical malpractice cases
  • Handling correspondence with all parties to maintain case deadlines with efficiency

Server

Flight Restaurant and Wine Bar
Memphis, TN
02.2021 - Current
  • Providing world-class service to hundreds of guests an evening
  • Memorized over two hundred vintages of wine and gained proficient knowledge on each and every bottle
  • Aids in cultivating a healthy work environment through mindfulness and positivity

Editor

The Bridge Newspaper
Memphis, TN
08.2022 - 05.2023
  • Curated at least four prompts pertaining to Memphis culture and events each month for writers research
  • Served as the executive editor for the 'Going Global' and 'Community' columns
  • Managed underclassmen writers and taught skills to help strengthen their voice in journalism for the newspaper

President

Just City Advocates
Memphis, TN
05.2022 - 05.2023
  • Served as co-founder of the Just City chapter at Rhodes
  • Completed over 30 hours of leadership training over the course of the year
  • Coordinated student participation in Court Watching in Downtown Memphis

Diplomat

Rhodes College Admissions Office
Memphis, TN
04.2021 - 05.2023
  • Led admissions events and tours to generate interest in Rhodes by prospective students
  • Able to command the attention of 12+ visitors and effectively answer their questions
  • Gained extensive knowledge on the history and procedures of the campus to give effective tours to prospective students

Captain; Competitor

Rhodes College Mock Trial
Memphis, TN
09.2019 - 05.2023
  • Received top ranks as an outstanding attorney in multiple tournaments across the country
  • Served as a captain and a leader to fellow students and conducted three meetings a week while organizing efforts to translate mock trial to an online platform

Intern

Community Legal Center
Memphis, TN
01.2022 - 05.2022
  • Worked amongst non-profit attorneys to aid them in their legal services
  • Created a new system for surveying clients that improved client response rates
  • Data analysis of surveys to present to funding organizations that will provide grants and monetary aid to the non-profit

Tutor

Stair Tutoring
Birmingham, AL
08.2017 - 01.2021
  • Spent five-hours each week with children ages 9-11; teaching reading techniques and mathematical problem-solving skills
  • Assisted eight children increase their reading proficiency by a measured 75%+ through personalized teaching, each over the course of one year

Assistant Manager; Social Media Coordinator

Maple Street Biscuit Company
Birmingham, AL
08.2018 - 12.2020
  • Created and maintained a balanced work environment for twenty-five employees
  • Served as the lead in the kitchen for hundreds of fast-paced breakfast services while delivering excellent customer care to consumers and mediated employee complaints
  • Increased sales by nearly 10% each month solely through networking on social media

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Political Science

Rhodes College
Memphis, TN
05.2023

Skills

  • Leadership
  • Organization
  • Research
  • Writing
  • Public speaking
  • Data Management

Accomplishments

  • Marcus D. Pohlmann Award in Political Science and Mock Trial
  • Charlie Cook Award for Excellence in Political Science
  • John C. Hugon International Study Fellowship
  • Birmingham Rotary Club Scholar
  • Shades Valley Rotary Club Scholar

Timeline

Legal Assistant

Baker and Whitt, PLLC
05.2023 - Current

Editor

The Bridge Newspaper
08.2022 - 05.2023

President

Just City Advocates
05.2022 - 05.2023

Intern

Community Legal Center
01.2022 - 05.2022

Diplomat

Rhodes College Admissions Office
04.2021 - 05.2023

Server

Flight Restaurant and Wine Bar
02.2021 - Current

Captain; Competitor

Rhodes College Mock Trial
09.2019 - 05.2023

Assistant Manager; Social Media Coordinator

Maple Street Biscuit Company
08.2018 - 12.2020

Tutor

Stair Tutoring
08.2017 - 01.2021

Bachelor of Arts - Political Science

Rhodes College
Brooke Johnson