C’Kret Stokes
Holt
Summary
Proactive legal intern with strong skills in legal documentation and research. Currently pursuing a degree in law, demonstrating commitment to professional development. Eager to provide support to clients and contribute to achieving their objectives.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Judicial Extern
54-B District Court
01.2026 - Current
- Analyze pleadings, motions, and supporting materials to assist judges in understanding procedural posture and legal issues.
- Conduct targeted legal research on substantive and procedural questions and synthesize findings for judicial consideration.
- Observe and evaluate hearings and trials, with attention to evidentiary rulings, motion practice, and courtroom advocacy.
Regulatory Affairs Legal Intern
State of Michigan
08.2025 - 12.2025
- Supported agency initiatives promoting food safety, environmental stewardship, and consumer protection.
- Conducted in-depth legal research on administrative and regulatory matters.
- Drafted and revised proposed regulations and statutory amendments.
- Collaborated with attorneys in the Executive Office on policy development and legal analysis.
Law Clerk
Lakeshore Legal Aid
05.2025 - 11.2025
- Provided legal services to clients under the supervision of a licensed attorney in accordance with MCR 8.120 and the Rules of Professional Conduct.
- Represented clients in litigation, administrative hearings, and other advocacy settings through oral advocacy and written submissions.
- Conducted client intakes, offered legal advice, and other brief services.
Litigation Practice Assistant
Honigman LLP
07.2023 - 08.2024
- Prioritized assignments and prepared sensitive and detailed correspondence, such as responses to request for information or recurring reports.
- Proofread and edited text for grammatical and typographical errors.
- Electronically filed documents in State and Federal courts.
Legal Assistant
Lakeshore Legal Aid
04.2022 - 07.2023
- Prepared and assisted with preparation of legal pleadings, documents, and letters for attorney support.
- Interviewed clients during court dockets, recorded the nature of legal problem, and presented the information to attorneys.
- Opened client case files and assisted with case processing and statistics.
Resident Assistant
Central Michigan University
08.2020 - 12.2021
- Fostered the development of relationships among 45-50 residents.
- Developed and conducted programs on diversity, personal development, relationships, and academic performance.
- Implemented and enforced all college and campus living policies, promoting academic excellence, addressing student needs, and encouraging involvement.
Intern
Isabella County Prosecutor’s Office
08.2019 - 12.2019
- Assisted with cases by providing legal research using online legal search engines such as Westlaw and LexisNexis.
- Organized legal filing systems to maximize efficiency.
Education
Juris Doctor -
Michigan State University College of Law
East Lansing, MI05.2027
Bachelor of Science - Political Science
Central Michigan University
Mt Pleasant, MI12.2021
Skills
- Legal research and writing
- Case analysis
- Oral advocacy
- Attention to detail
- Policy development
- Client communication
Timeline
Judicial Extern
54-B District Court
01.2026 - Current
Regulatory Affairs Legal Intern
State of Michigan
08.2025 - 12.2025
Law Clerk
Lakeshore Legal Aid
05.2025 - 11.2025
Litigation Practice Assistant
Honigman LLP
07.2023 - 08.2024
Legal Assistant
Lakeshore Legal Aid
04.2022 - 07.2023
Resident Assistant
Central Michigan University
08.2020 - 12.2021
Intern
Isabella County Prosecutor’s Office
08.2019 - 12.2019
Juris Doctor -
Michigan State University College of Law
Bachelor of Science - Political Science
Central Michigan University