Emily Hicks
St Louis,MO
Summary
Excelled in managing case files and legal documentation, ensuring operational excellence. Demonstrated exceptional proofreading and employee training skills, significantly enhancing team productivity and organizational efficiency. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy. Hardworking and passionate job seeker with strong organizational skills eager to secure entry-level legal assistant position. Ready to help team achieve company goals.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Legal Intern
Ozarks Elder Law
11.2022 - 06.2024
- Managed case files efficiently, ensuring easy accessibility for attorneys when needed.
- Sorted legal documents, filing and case materials in clear, orderly systems.
- Reviewed legal information and proofed documentation for errors.
- Organized legal filing system to maximize efficiency.
- Shadowed experienced lawyers during client meetings, gaining valuable insight into attorney-client relationships and effective communication techniques.
- Collaborated with fellow interns on group projects, fostering a positive team environment and enhancing productivity.
- Engaged in community outreach programs, representing firm at public events and increasing community awareness of legal rights and resources.
Graduate Assistant
Missouri State University
08.2022 - 05.2024
- Utilized advanced statistical software to analyze large datasets, uncovering key insights for informed decision-making.
- Participated in regular meetings with project supervisors, providing progress updates and discussing potential challenges or areas for improvement.
- Conducted extensive background research on specific topics, establishing a strong foundation for project success.
- Coached Missouri State's Mock Trial team that I was a founding member of.
- Met with Mock Trial students regularly to improve performance.
- Taught Mock Trial students about the trial process, including knowledge of Federal laws and case law.
Lead Hostess
Bill Gianino's
08.2016 - 05.2022
- Managed guest waitlists effectively, minimizing wait times while still accommodating walk-in customers whenever possible.
- Assisted management with hiring, training, and evaluating new host/hostess staff members to maintain a high-performing team.
- Adapted quickly to changing restaurant needs, maintaining composure under pressure and exhibiting excellent problem-solving skills.
- Ensured smooth transitions between shifts by thoroughly communicating pertinent information with incoming team members during shift changeovers.
Education
Master of Science - Criminal Justice
05.2024
Bachelor of Science - Criminology
05.2022
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
05.2022
Skills
- Fast Learner
- Scheduling/Planning
- Microsoft Office
- File Organization
- Administrative Support
- Document filing
- Proofreading
- Task Prioritization
- Organizational Efficiency
- Document Editing
- Research and data collection
- Employee Training
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