Emma Klos
St.Louis County,MO
Summary
Detail-oriented J.D. Candidate with a strong academic background and extensive hands-on experience in criminal and family law. Developed practical litigation skills through a full-time summer associate position, and two years as a legal assistant, supporting complex casework, trial preparation, and client interaction. Bring advanced knowledge of the criminal justice system through a B.S. In criminal justice, a certificate in criminal law and the courts, and experience tutoring students in criminal procedure. Currently, I am completing mediator training with direct participation in live mediations.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Teachers Assistant
Southern University Law Center
Baton Rouge, LA
09.2024 - Current
- Contracts Law, TA for Professor Ruby Andrew
- Criminal Procedure, TA for Professor Erica Rose
Summer Associate
Twibell Pierson
Springfield, MO
05.2024 - 07.2024
- Conducted legal research for attorneys across varying criminal matters.
- Attended and observed court hearings, including travel appearances.
- Participated in client meetings with supervising attorneys.
- Prepared case-related spreadsheets and organizational tools.
- Attended CLE programs to strengthen practical skills.
- Regularly drafted documents in Microsoft Word and worked extensively in Adobe.
Legal Assistant
Law Office of the Ozarks
Springfield, MO
11.2022 - 12.2023
- Drafted and edited motions, pleadings, and correspondence.
- Filed pleadings and case materials through Case.net.
- Assisted with initial client intake and communication.
- Supported domestic relations and GAL matters.
- Organized and maintained case files and evidence.
- Prepared trial materials, including exhibit binders and outlines, for Attorney Andrea Pate.
- Communicated frequently with court clerks across multiple counties.
- Managed attorney calendars, payment processing, and office organization.
- Assisted with events and media outreach for the CAPE Foundation.
- Frequently used Microsoft Word, Excel, and Adobe Acrobat.
Legal Assistant
Joseph Scott Law, LLC
Springfield, MO
04.2022 - 10.2022
- Drafted and revised legal documents across civil, domestic, and criminal matters.
- Prepared case files, communicated with clients, and coordinated with opposing counsel.
- Assisted in trials by preparing exhibits, taking notes, and supporting attorney and witnesses.
- Served as a Special Process Server.
- Filed new cases and managed case openings.
- Communicated frequently with court clerks across multiple counties.
- Handled client payments and maintained financial records.
- Created spreadsheets and worked extensively in Microsoft Word and Adobe.
- Supported a broad range of practice areas, including Civil, Domestic Relations, Landlord-Tenant, Criminal Defense, Wrongful Death, Workers' Compensation, Personal Injury, Estate Planning, Business, GAL, and Juvenile matters.
Prime Time - Site Lead
YMCA
Springfield, MO
02.2021 - 03.2022
- Supervised staff and large groups of inner city elementary-aged children.
- Managed confidential records and handled administrative documentation.
- Coordinated with departmental leadership and ran summer programs.
- Served as a mandated reporter.
Education
J.D. - Common Law curriculum
Southern University Law Center
Baton Rouge, LA05.2026
Bachelor's Degree - Criminal Justice
Missouri State University
Springfield, MO05.2023
Skills
- Legal research and writing
- Analytical reasoning
- Critical thinking
- Multitasking
- Microsoft Office Suite
- Adobe Acrobat
- Effective communication
- Attention to detail
- Organizational skills
- Time management
- Adaptability
- Team collaboration
- Problem-solving strategies
- Leadership abilities
- Dispute resolution techniques
- Creative thinking
- AI research tools
Certification
• Criminal Law and the Courts Certificate, 05/01/23
• Licensed Mediator (in progress), 05/01/26
• Applied Legal Research Certificates, Litigation, 03/01/24, Case Law, 02/01/24, Secondary Sources, 02/01/24, Statutory Law, 02/01/24
• Licensed Mediator (in progress), 05/01/26
• Applied Legal Research Certificates, Litigation, 03/01/24, Case Law, 02/01/24, Secondary Sources, 02/01/24, Statutory Law, 02/01/24
Accomplishments
- CALI Award for Criminal Procedure
Law School Activities
- Mediation Clinic
- Student Bar Association: Community Service, School Beautification, Barristers Ball Committees
College Activities
- Delta Zeta, Sisterhood Chairwoman, Planned and executed organizational events; supported philanthropy by raising $1,000+ for the Starky Hearing Foundation.
- Mock Trial, Attorney Role, Performed cross-examinations and direct examinations in intercollegiate competitions.
- Midwest Innocence Project, Clinical, Assisted Dr. Jennifer LaPrade in the Post-Conviction Justice Clinic by managing inmate requests for the Midwest Innocence Project attorneys.
- Phi Eta Sigma, National Honors Society
Community Service
- Ronald McDonald House, Springfield, MO, 10
- Junior League, Springfield, MO, 10
- Habitat for Humanity, Springfield, MO, 10
Timeline
Teachers Assistant
Southern University Law Center
09.2024 - Current
Summer Associate
Twibell Pierson
05.2024 - 07.2024
Legal Assistant
Law Office of the Ozarks
11.2022 - 12.2023
Legal Assistant
Joseph Scott Law, LLC
04.2022 - 10.2022
Prime Time - Site Lead
YMCA
02.2021 - 03.2022
J.D. - Common Law curriculum
Southern University Law Center
Bachelor's Degree - Criminal Justice
Missouri State University