Jailyn Burton
Montgomery
Summary
Possesses versatile skills in project management, problem-solving, and collaboration. Brings fresh perspective and strong commitment to quality and success. Recognized for adaptability and proactive approach in delivering effective solutions.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Federal Defenders for the Middle District of Alabama
01.2025 - Current
- Company Overview: Externship
- Externship
Alabama 15th Judicial Circuit - Judge Calvin Williams
08.2024 - Current
- Company Overview: Clerkship
- Utilize AlaCourt to review documents sent by attorneys or the parties to a case
- Prepare what is needed for the Judge to grant uncontested divorces
- Assist the Judicial Assistant and Court Reporter where needed
- Handle various additional tasks as needed
- Clerkship
Legal Services of Alabama
05.2024 - 08.2024
- Company Overview: Clerkship
- Assist with the LSA law firm provides free, client-centered, civil legal advocacy to low-income Alabamians and collaborates with others across the state and nation to find solutions to systemic issues caused by poverty and social justice inequities
- Clerkship
Circulation Desk Assistant
Faulkner University Law Library
02.2024 - 07.2024
- Perform circulation transactions, provide courteous and knowledgeable assistance, assist patrons with using library equipment and technology, maintain accurate records of circulation transactions, and collaborate with other library staff members to improve services
Alabama House of Representatives
03.2023 - 08.2023
- Conducted research on proposed bills, legislative issues, and policy matters to provide legislators with relevant information
Resident Assistant
Jacksonville State University Housing Operations
01.2021 - 04.2023
- Duties include organizing community-building activities, addressing resident concerns, enforcing policies, and serving as a resource for academic and personal support
Election Worker
Board of Elections and Voter Registration
11.2020 - Current
- Help to ensure the integrity of the electoral process, contribute to the smooth operation of polling locations, and provide crucial support to voters, ultimately upholding the principles of a fair and democratic election
Education
J.D. -
Faulkner University Thomas Goode Jones School of Law
Montgomery, AL01.2025
Bachelors - Political Science
Jacksonville State University
Jacksonville, AL04.2023
Skills
- Community Leadership
- Advocacy
- Public Speaking
- AlaCourt and Legal Server
- WestLaw and Lexis
Certification
LexisNexis Certification Part 2, Practice-Ready Certification, Statutory and Regulatory Advanced Research, Administrative Law Research, Legislative History Research, Advanced Citator Tools, Drafting Transactional Documents, Drafting Pleadings, Drafting Briefs and Motions, Advanced Search Strategies, Researching a Company, Researching Expert Witnesses, and Getting Started with Lexis+ AI
Community Service
- Mentorship for High School and College Girls, Cartersville, GA, 05/01/20, Current, Provide guidance, support, and encouragement to foster personal and academic development.
- Educational Consultant | Harvesting Scholars, Cartersville, GA, 04/01/23, Current, Assists students and their families in navigating the complex landscape of education, providing personalized guidance and support throughout the academic journey.
Timeline
Federal Defenders for the Middle District of Alabama
01.2025 - Current
Alabama 15th Judicial Circuit - Judge Calvin Williams
08.2024 - Current
Legal Services of Alabama
05.2024 - 08.2024
Circulation Desk Assistant
Faulkner University Law Library
02.2024 - 07.2024
Alabama House of Representatives
03.2023 - 08.2023
Resident Assistant
Jacksonville State University Housing Operations
01.2021 - 04.2023
Election Worker
Board of Elections and Voter Registration
11.2020 - Current
Bachelors - Political Science
Jacksonville State University
J.D. -
Faulkner University Thomas Goode Jones School of Law
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