Heather A. Lang
Columbus,Ohio
Summary
Self-motivated student committed to learning and developing skills in the legal field. Energetic with excellent performance in both autonomous and collaborative environments. Meticulous and detail-oriented with excellent observational, organizational, and communication skills.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Legal Intern/Paralegal
Terry K. Sherman Law
Columbus, Ohio
05.2023 - 08.2025
- Conducted extensive legal research on various topics.
- Assisted in the drafting of persuasive motions and briefs.
- Identified critical issues during case reviews, allowing for prompt action.
- Conducted initial client interviews, gathering facts, and preparing case summaries.
- Attended court hearings and depositions to take notes and document proceedings.
- Helped prepare for both court trials and jury trials
Bookkeeper/Office Assistant
CRL Leasing, LLC
Grove City, Ohio
05.2020 - 08.2025
- Reduced errors in financial reporting by conducting thorough reviews and ensuring accurate data entry.
- Managed accounts for payable and receivable activities.
- Generated invoices upon receipt of billing information and tracked collection progress.
- Communicated proactively with team members regarding any issues or concerns related to bookkeeping tasks
Volunteer
Ronald McDonald House Charities
Columbus, Ohio
05.2024 - 08.2025
- Helped make, serve, and clean up dinner for the families.
- Maintained a friendly and professional attitude and relationship with other volunteers and the families
Research Intern
The Ohio State University History Department
Columbus, Ohio
05.2023 - 08.2025
- Researched extensively across numerous newspapers to extract pertinent case details concerning juvenile homicides.
- Systematically structured and rephrased acquired data.
- Composed comprehensive narratives and conducted insightful
Student Assistant
Ohio State Wexner Medical Center
Columbus, Ohio
08.2021 - 01.2023
- Received CPR and other lifesaving training for emergency situations.
- Obtained skills of working well under pressure in the emergency and trauma rooms
Education
J.D. Candidate -
Capital University Law School
Columbus, OH08-2025
Paralegal Certificate -
Ohio University
Athens, OH06.2025
Bachelor of Arts and Sciences - Criminology and Criminal Justice Studies
Ohio State University
Columbus, OH05.2025
Skills
- Legal Research
- Time Management
- Interpersonal Skills
- Leadership
- Legal Writing
- Bookkeeping
- Organization
- Client communication
- Critical thinking
- Accounting and bookkeeping
Involvement
Mock Trial Fellow, Capital University Law School, October 2025 - Current
SBA Community Service Committee, Capital University Law School, August 2025 - Current
Awards
- Leadership Scholarship
- Dean's List
- Coined in AFROTC for leadership skills
Timeline
Volunteer
Ronald McDonald House Charities
05.2024 - 08.2025
Legal Intern/Paralegal
Terry K. Sherman Law
05.2023 - 08.2025
Research Intern
The Ohio State University History Department
05.2023 - 08.2025
Student Assistant
Ohio State Wexner Medical Center
08.2021 - 01.2023
Bookkeeper/Office Assistant
CRL Leasing, LLC
05.2020 - 08.2025
J.D. Candidate -
Capital University Law School
Paralegal Certificate -
Ohio University
Bachelor of Arts and Sciences - Criminology and Criminal Justice Studies
Ohio State University