JURISSA MCGUIRE
Baton Rouge,LA
Summary
Dedicated professional with a background in legislative and policy matters. Skilled in working under pressure and adapting to new situations and challenges. Seeking to maintain a full-time position that offers professional challenges utilizing problem-solving skills and critical thinking.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Attorney
Louisiana State Capitol
12.2019 - Current
- Conducted policy research and utilized subject matter expertise to prepare legislative instruments, which includes bills and resolutions.
- Draft memorandums concerning labor-related issues for Representatives.
- Prepare and staff House committee meetings that relate to labor and workforce matters.
- Serve as a legislative liaison between Representatives, state departments, and constituents.
- Assist in training new staff attorneys and legislative analysts.
Law Clerk
Department Wildlife And Fisheries
06.2017 - 08.2018
- Supported legal team by conducting research, drafting briefs, gathering information and interpreting legal documents.
- Acquired knowledge concerning various property and environmental laws.
- Created and prepared legal drafts by organizing and assembling information for legal documents and forms.
Student Intern
Louisiana Legislative Black Caucus
03.2018 - 06.2018
- Completed research and complied data concerning prevalent social and political issues for House and Senate Caucus members.
- Corroborated with other interns to complete daily and weekly group assigned projects and tasks.
Education
Juris Doctorate Degree -
Southern University Law Center
Bachelor of Art - Criminal Justice
Southeastern Louisiana University
Skills
- Legislative and Policy Review
- Critical and Creative Thinking
- Legal Research and Writing
- Highly dependable
- Strong organizational skills
- Team leadership
Affiliations
Louisiana State Bar
Timeline
Attorney
Louisiana State Capitol
12.2019 - Current
Student Intern
Louisiana Legislative Black Caucus
03.2018 - 06.2018
Law Clerk
Department Wildlife And Fisheries
06.2017 - 08.2018
Juris Doctorate Degree -
Southern University Law Center
Bachelor of Art - Criminal Justice
Southeastern Louisiana University
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