Caitlin Sullivan
Blacksburg,VA
Summary
Professional skilled in researching legal case information and preparing necessary correspondence with strong understanding of legal terminology and processes. Adept in maintaining confidential records and client information. Pleasantly assists attorneys in preparing for trials and other legal proceedings.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Legal Intern
Swartz, Taliaferro, Swartz, And Goodove LLC
05.2023 - 08.2023
- Sorted legal documents, filing and case materials in clear, orderly systems.
- Reviewed legal information and proofed documentation for errors.
- Performed legal and general research, drafting memoranda, and correspondence.
- Organized legal filing system to maximize efficiency.
- Attended depositions and court proceedings and prepared summaries on cases.
- Filed legal documents promptly and accurately with local, state and federal courts.
- Interviewed and communicated with clients via phone or email.
- Prepared accurate pleadings, motions and briefs for review by partner attorneys.
- Attended court hearings and depositions to take notes and document proceedings.
- Revised and finalized letters, briefs, and memos.
- Assisted attorneys with reviewing and organizing witness reports.
- Reviewed, edited and proofread litigation for proper grammar, spelling and punctuation.
- Communicated pertinent information to clients via phone, email, and mail.
- Conducted background investigations on defendant.
Server
Ballyhoos Bar & Restaurant
05.2023 - 08.2023
- Served food and beverages promptly with focused attention to customer needs.
- Worked with POS system to place orders, manage bills, and handle complimentary items.
- Resolved customer complaints promptly and professionally to maintain positive reputation.
- Maintained customer satisfaction with timely table check-ins to assess food and beverage needs.
- Checked guests' identification before serving alcoholic beverages.
- Carried out complete opening, closing and shift change duties to keep restaurant working efficiently and teams ready to meet customer needs.
- Collected payment for food and drinks served, balanced cash receipts and maintained accurate cash drawer.
- Monitored patrons for alcohol intake to appropriate levels and took measures to curtail inappropriate behavior.
Kaminsky’s Dessert Café
Kaminsky’s Dessert Café
11.2022 - 05.2023
- Managed in-store, pick-up orders and catering needs.
- Answered customer questions about products and services, helped locate merchandise, and promoted key items.
- Seated customers in timely manner by managing reservations and waitlists skillfully.
- Carried out complete opening, closing and shift change duties to keep restaurant working efficiently and teams ready to meet customer needs.
- Answered customers' questions, recommended items, and recorded order information.
- Trained new employees on methods and procedures.
- Served food and beverages promptly with focused attention to customer needs.
- Worked with POS system to place orders, manage bills, and handle complimentary items.
- Resolved customer complaints promptly and professionally to maintain positive reputation.
Dockside, Counter Worker, Market Manager
Dockside
04.2020 - 08.2022
- Created welcoming environment, promptly answering customer questions regarding products and refreshments.
- Managed multiple tasks in high-volume environment.
- Addressed guest complaints and resolved issues to promote satisfaction.
- Processed sales transactions using POS system.
- Monitored food supplies and notified management to restock limited inventories.
- Accurately operated cash register to process customer payments.
- Kept drawer balanced by accurately processing cash, credit and debit payments.
- Readied customers' take-out orders in secure bags with appropriate amounts of condiments, silverware and napkins.
- Documented customer orders and conveyed special requests to kitchen staff.
- Reconciled receipt totals, cash and credit payments to address shortages.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Political Science; Legal Studies
Virginia Tech
01.2025
Bachelor of Arts - Political Science Pre-Law
University of South Carolina
01.2023
High School Diploma -
Frank W. Cox High School
Virginia Beach, VA06.2021
Skills
- Litigation Review
- Legal Documentation
- Electronic Filing System Organization
- Litigation Support
- Court Trial Attendance
- Relationship Building and Rapport
- Project Oversight
- Database Maintenance
- Client Relations
- Data Entry
- Research
- Correspondence Writing
- Telephone Etiquette
- Guest Engagement
- Item Promotion
- Menu Memorization
- Sales Techniques
Activities
International Student Leadership Conference (ISLC)(2019)
Sports Editor, Student Life Video Creator (2018-2021)
Buddies Helping Buddies Leadership Workshop, Staff (2018-2020)
Leadership Workshop Camper (2017-2019)
Staff Member (2019-2020)
Counselor (2020-2021)
Phi Mu Lambda Theta Chapter Member, Diversity & Inclusion Committee, Day Chair/External Recruitment (2021-2022)
The Daily Gamecock News Writer (2021)
Student Government Sustainable Carolina (SGSC) (2021-2022)
American Civil Liberties Union COLA(Columbia) (2021-2022)
Amnesty International (2023-Present)
Wishmakers at VT (2023-Present)
Operation Smile at VT (2023-Present)
Current Grade
Junior
Honors And Awards
National Honors Society (2018-2020)
Science National Honor Society (2018-2020)
Quill and Scroll Honor Society (2018-2020)
AP Scholar Award (2020-2021)
College of Arts & Science President’s List (2021-2023)
Community Service Activities
Hashtag Lunchbag (2017-2020)
CHKD Love Run (2017-2020)
Cox Soccer Camps, Staff (2017-2020)
Operation Smile Dodgeball Coach (2019)
Unitarian Church Volunteer (2017-2020)
Best Day Foundation, Volunteer (2019)
TOPS Soccer Camp (2017-2020)
Falcon Fest (2018-2020)
Various Park Cleanups Joint to Student Government Sustainable Carolina (2021-2022)
Clothing Drives Joint to Student Government Sustainable Carolina (2021-2022)
Dance Marathon for Children’s Miracle Network Booth/Fundraisers (2021-2022)
Blood Donation Drive (2021-2022)
Wishmakers Tournament (2023)
Operation Smile, Cycle for Smiles (2023)
Roanoke SPCA Volunteer (2023)
Personal Information
- Place of Birth: Portsmouth, VA
- Date of Birth: 08/13/03
Timeline
Legal Intern
Swartz, Taliaferro, Swartz, And Goodove LLC
05.2023 - 08.2023
Server
Ballyhoos Bar & Restaurant
05.2023 - 08.2023
Kaminsky’s Dessert Café
Kaminsky’s Dessert Café
11.2022 - 05.2023
Dockside, Counter Worker, Market Manager
Dockside
04.2020 - 08.2022
Bachelor of Arts - Political Science; Legal Studies
Virginia Tech
Bachelor of Arts - Political Science Pre-Law
University of South Carolina
High School Diploma -
Frank W. Cox High School
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