Jenna Dickinson
Farmingville,NY
Summary
Recent Towson University graduate with hands-on experience in court and law office settings. Background includes legal research, document preparation, case file organization, e-filing, and MDEC use, along with strong communication and attention to detail developed through client support and fast-paced administrative work.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Legal Assistant
Desena and Sweeney LLP
Bohemia , NY
07.2026 - Current
- Provide support to attorneys by managing paperwork, organizing case files, tracking deadlines, and e-filing legal documents.
- Prepared answers, managed incoming calls with clients and attorneys, and supported daily legal tasks to ensure cases remained organized and progressed efficiently.
- Reviewed and prepared medical reviews to support case development.
Assistant Store Manager
Palm Beach Tan
Timonium, Maryland
01.2026 - 05.2026
- Managed daily store operations and coordinated employee scheduling to ensure optimal staffing.
- Resolved customer concerns to enhance customer experience and promote satisfaction.
- Supported membership and product sales while overseeing inventory management for accuracy.
- Trained new employees on company policies and procedures.
Judicial Intern
Circuit Court of Baltimore County
01.2026 - 05.2026
- Communicated daily with magistrates, judges, and attorneys to facilitate case progress and ensure clarity in legal proceedings.
- Reviewed court filings and observed hearings and trials to understand legal processes and courtroom procedures.
- Utilized MDEC system to manage court documents, including scanning and tasking orders.
- Observed delinquency and family dockets and gained insight into court proceedings.
- Mentored, interviewed, and supported two incoming interns by providing guidance on workflow, court procedures, and workplace expectations.
Legal Intern
The Wittstadt Law Group, LLC
07.2025 - 12.2025
- Drafted legal documents, including wills, trusts, and power of attorney forms, ensuring compliance with client needs and legal standards.
- Assisted with day-to-day office tasks, organized case files, and supported research and document preparation to facilitate case management.
- Gained hands-on experience in law office setting, understanding legal processes and procedures.
Gymnastics Instructor
Free to Fly
06.2023 - 01.2025
- Guided students in developing gymnastics skills, boosting confidence, and fostering teamwork.
- Taught gymnastics classes for children of different ages and skill levels.
- Communicated class expectations and student updates with parents and staff.
Education
B.S. - Anthropology and Sociology with a Concentration in Criminal Justice and a Minor in Political Science
Towson University
Towson, MD01-2026
Sachem East High School
Coram, NY01-2022
Skills
- Legal document drafting
- Legal Research
- Legal Document Management
- Case Analysis
- Attention to detail
- Confidentiality
- Communication
HONORS & AWARDS
Presidents List, May 2026, Maintained a 4.0 GPA throughout the semester., National Criminal Justice Academic Honors Society, February 2026, I was invited to join Alpha Phi Sigma (APS), the national Criminal Justice academic honor society because I have completed sufficient coursework in Criminal Justice and maintained a minimum 3.30 cumulative GPA and a 3.20 GPA in my major., Order of Omega, Issued by Towson University-November 2025, Each academic term, the top 3% of scholars and leaders within the TU Greek community are inducted into the Rho Alpha Chapter of the Order of Omega., Dean's List, Fall 2022 & 2023, and Spring 2025, Maintained a 3.5 GPA.
CAMPUS INVOLVEMENT
- Phi Mu Sorority-Active Member, at Towson University
- September 2023-May 2026
- Participated in philanthropy events, raising funds for charitable causes.
- Participated in community service and volunteer events with other organizations.
- Executive Board Member (Dec 2024-Dec 2025).
- Social Chair.
- Community Service Chair.
- Fundraising Chair.
PUBLICATIONS
- Contributor, The Advocate for Maryland
- March 2026
- Contributed to an article reflecting on my internship experience at the Circuit Court of Baltimore County.
- Demonstrated written communication skills by producing content for a statewide advocacy publication.
Timeline
Legal Assistant
Desena and Sweeney LLP
07.2026 - Current
Assistant Store Manager
Palm Beach Tan
01.2026 - 05.2026
Judicial Intern
Circuit Court of Baltimore County
01.2026 - 05.2026
Legal Intern
The Wittstadt Law Group, LLC
07.2025 - 12.2025
Gymnastics Instructor
Free to Fly
06.2023 - 01.2025
B.S. - Anthropology and Sociology with a Concentration in Criminal Justice and a Minor in Political Science
Towson University
Sachem East High School