ELIZABETH SAENZ
Summary
Demonstrates strong communication and problem-solving skills by assisting residents, coordinating daily operations, and supporting administrative tasks within Residential Life. Serves as a reliable first point of contact for students and staff while ensuring smooth, efficient service across the department.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
Work History
Student Desk Assistant
Trinity University
San Antonio, Texas
08.2024 - Current
- Demonstrates strong communication and problem-solving skills by assisting residents, coordinating daily operations, and supporting administrative tasks within Residential Life.
- Serves as a reliable first point of contact for students and staff while ensuring smooth, efficient service across the department.
- Earned Student Desk Assistant of Distinction (2024-2025) for outstanding performance in my first year.
- Assisted residents with inquiries, lockouts, and resource needs while providing consistent, high-quality service.
- Managed administrative tasks such as mail procurement, key audits, occupancy checks, and inventory tracking.
- Coordinated with supervisors to resolve student concerns, maintained accurate documentation, and supported a welcoming desk environment.
Legal Intern
HTXCH LLC.
Houston, Texas
10.2025 - 11.2025
- Supported early-stage corporate legal structuring for a Houston-based tech startup by assisting with formation documents, compliance research, and internal organization during the company's launch phase.
- Prepared and organized formation documents, including bylaws, consents, and early governance materials.
- Managed digital legal files to ensure accurate version control and organized document storage.
- Researched state filing requirements and corporate governance practices to support founders.
- Drafted internal policies and workflows that improved operational efficiency.
Legal Administrative Assistant
Marissa Weitzner LLP
Remote, Texas
08.2025 - 11.2025
- Provided comprehensive administrative and operational support to attorneys in a fast-paced legal environment, ensuring the timely preparation of legal documents, scheduling, and records management.
- Successfully managed complex calendars, travel arrangements, and meeting coordination while supporting multiple attorneys and priorities.
Membership and Strategic Engagement Intern
World Affairs Council of Greater Houston
Houston, Texas
05.2025 - 08.2025
- Assisted in strengthening member engagement and supporting global affairs programs by coordinating outreach, events, and communication.
- One of Houston's leading international organizations
- Assisted with member engagement by preparing personalized outreach emails, calling prospective members, and generating revenue and engagement reports to support strategic growth.
- Raised $12,000+ in sponsorships through targeted outreach and relationship-building with corporate and community partners.
- Represented the Council at events by welcoming attendees, networking with guests, and delivering public speaker introductions to enhance program engagement.
- Assisted with membership growth initiatives aligned with the Council's global mission.
Restorative Justice Advocacy Intern
Higbee & Associates
San Antonio, Texas
01.2025 - 05.2025
- Provided research and administrative support to attorneys working on post-conviction relief and restorative justice matters, focusing on client communication and legal document management.
- Conducted legal and factual research to support case managers and attorneys.
- Filed legal documents electronically and maintained accurate, organized case records.
- Corresponded with courts and attorneys to clarify updates and ensure proper follow-up.
- Gained hands-on experience with restorative justice processes and client-centered advocacy.
Legal Administrative Assistant
The English Law Firm
San Antonio, Texas
05.2024 - 08.2024
- Acted as primary point of contact for potential clients, supporting attorneys in case preparation and ensuring organized, confidential operations within firm.
- Welcomed prospective clients, gathered intake information, and scheduled consultations, maintaining professionalism and discretion throughout the process.
- Assisted attorneys with legal research, document drafting, and preparing materials for client meetings and court appearances.
- Managed and organized client files, ensuring secure storage and accurate records for efficient document retrieval.
- Utilized virtual tools for communication, scheduling, and document management while maintaining strong client relationships and supporting cohesive case management.
Education
Bachelor of Science - International Business, Religion
Trinity University
San Antonio, TexasSkills
- Student support
- Research assistance
- Document management
- Admin compliance
- Time management
- Attention to detail
- Effective communication
Community Service
- Mock Defense Attorney, Trinity Mock Trial, 08/01/23, 01/31/25, Competed in mock trial competitions, practiced courtroom strategy and oral argument.
- Police Station Captain, Cat Alliance Trinity, 08/01/22 - 05/01/2026, Maintains a clean, safe station environment for cats and volunteers.
- Undergraduate Student Presenter, Southwest Conference on Asian Studies, 11/08/25, Presented original research on generational language loss among Japanese Americans at the Southwest Conference on Asian Studies, hosted by Texas A&M University-San Antonio.
Timeline
Legal Intern
HTXCH LLC.
10.2025 - 11.2025
Legal Administrative Assistant
Marissa Weitzner LLP
08.2025 - 11.2025
Membership and Strategic Engagement Intern
World Affairs Council of Greater Houston
05.2025 - 08.2025
Restorative Justice Advocacy Intern
Higbee & Associates
01.2025 - 05.2025
Student Desk Assistant
Trinity University
08.2024 - Current
Legal Administrative Assistant
The English Law Firm
05.2024 - 08.2024
Bachelor of Science - International Business, Religion
Trinity University