Evan Jager
St Louis,MO
Summary
Determined candidate aiming for law school to further commitment to helping individuals navigate legal challenges
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Mock Trial Coach (Volunteer)
De Smet Jesuit High School
Des Peres, Missouri
10.2025 - Current
- Led team to state championship appearance in first year of coaching.
- Adapted instructional methods to accommodate diverse learning styles and needs.
- Conducted regular practice sessions to enhance team dynamics and cooperation.
- Developed engaging lesson plans to boost student understanding and participation.
- Taught basic legal objection procedures and related topics.
Intern
Missouri State Public Defender
Clayton, MO
05.2025 - 08.2025
- Researched case law to support defense strategies for clients.
- Assisted in drafting legal documents under attorney supervision.
- Communicated with clients in the jail to gather necessary information for cases.
- Attended court hearings to observe proceedings and take notes.
- Collaborated with legal team to prepare materials for trials.
- Maintained accurate records of all activities performed throughout internship period.
President of Law Club
Webster University
Webster Groves, MO
10.2023 - 09.2024
- Organized and facilitated meetings, planning sessions, and strategies surrounding our goals
- Developed policies, procedures, and short-term and long-term goals for the organization
- Represented the organization at community events and public forums to promote its mission
- Created a marketing plan to increase awareness of the organization's activities in the community
- Cultivated relationships with key stakeholders such as donors, volunteers, partners, and sponsors
- Provided leadership and guidance on budgeting decisions to maximize resources available
- Managed personnel issues
- Cultivated and maintained positive working relationships
- Developed and executed strategic plan to attain goals
Captain of Mock Trial
De Smet Jesuit High School
Des Peres, MO
08.2019 - 05.2020
- Reviewed documents, including contracts, pleadings, depositions, instructions and other legal materials
- Argued cases before fake juries and judges
- Developed strategies for defending or prosecuting
- Organized the entire team to ensure that we had the best chance to win and that everyone felt confident in their ability to do their part
- Wrote lines of questioning and other oral arguments based on the facts and evidence of the mock cases
Porter
Dave Sinclair Buick Gmc Truck
St Louis, MO
05.2019 - 08.2019
- Cleaned interior and exterior of vehicles
- Maintained a safe work environment by adhering to all safety protocols
- Inspected equipment for proper functioning and reported any issues to management
- Organized supplies needed for each job including soap, water hoses, brushes, rags
- Responded flexibly to day-to-day needs of management
Cashier/Cart Attendant
Target
Town And Country, MO
10.2018 - 01.2019
- Assisted customers in locating desired items throughout the store
- Operated cash register efficiently and accurately, including processing payments
- Effectively responded to and fillled orders from online ordering service
- Performed all other duties as assigned by management
Education
BA Legal Studies - Pre-Law
Webster University
St Louis, MO12-2025
High School Diploma -
De Smet Jesuit High School
Des Peres, MO05-2020
Some College (No Degree) - Pre-Law
University of Missouri - Columbia
Columbia, MOSome College (No Degree) -
Berklee College of Music Online
Boston, MASkills
- Legal Research
- Critical Thinking
- Dependable and Responsible
- Computer Skills
- Customer Relations
- Leadership
- Written Communication
- Public Speaking
Accomplishments
Founded and became captain of the Mock Trial team in high school
Timeline
Mock Trial Coach (Volunteer)
De Smet Jesuit High School
10.2025 - Current
Intern
Missouri State Public Defender
05.2025 - 08.2025
President of Law Club
Webster University
10.2023 - 09.2024
Captain of Mock Trial
De Smet Jesuit High School
08.2019 - 05.2020
Porter
Dave Sinclair Buick Gmc Truck
05.2019 - 08.2019
Cashier/Cart Attendant
Target
10.2018 - 01.2019
BA Legal Studies - Pre-Law
Webster University
High School Diploma -
De Smet Jesuit High School
Some College (No Degree) - Pre-Law
University of Missouri - Columbia
Some College (No Degree) -
Berklee College of Music Online