Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Academic & Writing Experience
Publications & Research
Languages
Timeline
Generic

Gracie Closson

Orlando,FL

Summary

First-year Juris Doctor candidate with law firm experience and strong research, writing, and citation skills, interested in gaining hands-on experience in business law.

Overview

5
5
years of professional experience

Work History

Legal Secretary

J. David Tax Law
Jacksonville, Florida
01.2025 - 08.2025
  • Served as primary case manager for attorney, ensuring effective client communication
  • Relayed client questions and concerns accurately to attorney to facilitate case progress

Lead Optometric Technician

Mack Eye Care
Jacksonville, Florida
07.2024 - 12.2024
  • Managed scheduling, confidential records, and pre-screening processes
  • Assisted with insurance verification and daily operations to support efficient workflow

Barista/Barista Trainer

Starbucks
Beaverton, Oregon
08.2020 - 07.2022
  • Trained new employees, demonstrating leadership and accountability
  • Recognized for excellence through Partner of the Quarter award

Education

Juris Doctor Candidate

Barry University School of Law
Orlando, FL
05-2028

Bachelor of Arts - Political Science, Legal Studies

Franklin University Switzerland
Lugano, Switzerland
05-2024

Skills

  • Legal writing and research
  • Case file organization and document management
  • Client communication
  • Attention to detail
  • Time management

Academic & Writing Experience

Franklin University Switzerland - Writing Tutor         08/2022-05/2024 

Lugano, Switzerland

  • Mentored students in academic writing, research organization, and analytical clarity across disciplines
  • Developed and delivered workshops focused on grammar, structure, and argumentation
  • Supported students in strengthening written communication and critical thinking skills

Franklin University Switzerland - Academic Mentor         08/2022-12/2022

Lugano, Switzerland

  • Collaborated with faculty in delivering first-year political science curriculum
  • Supported incoming students’ academic transition and organized end-of-semester showcase events

Publications & Research

  • Ethics Plaguing Profits: The Business of Being Human (May 2024) — Co-authored book examining business ethics with emphasis on Meta
  • The Land of the Free? An Examination of Ethnoracial Backgrounds on Voter Turnout (May 2024) — B.A. thesis analyzing the impact of race and ethnicity on voter participation

Languages

  • English, Native; German, Fluent, Italian, Proficient; Spanish, Elementary

Timeline

Legal Secretary

J. David Tax Law
01.2025 - 08.2025

Lead Optometric Technician

Mack Eye Care
07.2024 - 12.2024

Barista/Barista Trainer

Starbucks
08.2020 - 07.2022

Juris Doctor Candidate

Barry University School of Law

Bachelor of Arts - Political Science, Legal Studies

Franklin University Switzerland
Gracie Closson