DANIEL DEMPSEY
Bowie,MD
Summary
Focused Legal Intern with hands-on courtroom experience in Queens civil and criminal venues. Familiar with trial proceedings, judicial reasoning, and legal communication, complemented by client-service expertise in high-volume retail settings. Demonstrates strong organizational, stakeholder management, and problem-solving skills.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Flooring Specialist
The Home Depot
Bowie, MD
2024.06 - Current
- Coordinated flooring projects, managing measurements, installations, and follow-ups to ensure successful completion.
- Guided customers through detailed purchasing decisions, explaining technical and pricing information clearly.
- Addressed customer concerns with professionalism and efficiency, enhancing customer satisfaction.
- Assisted multiple departments in maintaining store operations, contributing to a smooth workflow.
Market Team Member
Target
Bowie, MD
2023.06 - Current
- Maintained organized inventory and ensured product availability.
- Assisted customers with questions and product location.
- Worked collaboratively with team members in a fast paced environment.
Judicial Intern
Supreme Civil & Criminal Courts, Queens County
Queens, NY
2025.08 - 2025.12
- Gained extensive courtroom exposure across multiple venues, including the civil courthouses on Sutphin Blvd, the Long Island City civil courthouse, and the Kew Gardens criminal court.
- Observed numerous jury selections and sat in on daily calendar hearings.
- Networked with defense attorneys and prosecutors, building professional relationships within the legal community.
- Delivered a practice opening statement in a formal courtroom setting before presiding judges and attorneys.
- Observed civil and criminal proceedings, gaining direct exposure to courtroom procedures and judicial reasoning.
- Shadowed multiple judges and analyzed how legal arguments are evaluated.
- Reviewed case materials and court filings, enhancing understanding of litigation structure and courtroom procedures.
- Assisted with administrative and clerical tasks, supporting efficient operations in a high-volume court environment.
Grocery Associate
Safeway
Bowie, MD
2021.06 - 2024.07
- Managed stocking, organization, and customer assistance.
- Built strong communication skills through daily customer interaction.
- Maintained consistent performance over a multi year role.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - English
St. John's University
Queens, NY2026-05
Skills
- Analytical thinking & attention to detail
- Written & verbal communication
- Legal observation & courtroom familiarity
- Conflict resolution & customer service
- Time management & organization
LEADERSHIP AND INVOLVEMENT
- St. John's University RISE Mentorship Program
- Mentor
- Guided students through academic and personal challenges.
- Strengthened leadership and active listening skills.
- Encouraged goal setting and accountability.
Timeline
Judicial Intern
Supreme Civil & Criminal Courts, Queens County
2025.08 - 2025.12
Flooring Specialist
The Home Depot
2024.06 - Current
Market Team Member
Target
2023.06 - Current
Grocery Associate
Safeway
2021.06 - 2024.07
Bachelor of Arts - English
St. John's University