Kenneth R. Schuster, Jr.
Newtown Square,PA
Summary
Diligent worker with strong communication and task prioritization skills. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Judicial Law Clerk
Superior Court Of New Jersey - Criminal Division
08.2023 - Current
- Increased court efficiency by drafting bench memoranda and legal opinions for the Honorable Yolanda C. Rodriguez, J.S.C.
- Assisted in expediting case resolution through thorough research and analysis of legal issues.
- Facilitated smooth courtroom proceedings by managing trial calendars and schedules.
- Maintained an organized system for tracking cases throughout their lifecycle in chambers, optimizing workflow efficiency.
- Served as a mediator trained by the Administrative Office of the Courts in Landlord-Tenant Court on a weekly basis.
Legal Assistant
Schuster Law
09.2022 - 08.2023
- Organized documents to manage paper and electronic filing systems of clients. Handled 15 cases simultaneously.
- Communicated pertinent information to clients via phone, email, and mail.
- Interviewed clients to obtain information relevant to cases.
- Researched and analyzed legal issues and cases to provide accurate advice to clients.
- Collaborated with attorneys to develop strategies for each case.
Legal Intern
Raffaele Puppio
05.2021 - 07.2021
- Drafted legal briefs and memorandums for Civil and Criminal matters.
- Conducted legal research for Partners and Associates.
- Observed Criminal Court proceedings.
Judicial Intern
U.S. District Court For The Eastern District Of Pennsylvania
05.2020 - 07.2020
- Drafted and edited opinions involving 28 U.S.C. §1332, Title VII, and 42 U.S.C. §1983 on motions for summary judgment and motions to dismiss.
- Attended weekly motions meetings.
- Engaged in collaborative research with other interns.
- Observed oral arguments and Rule 16 teleconferences.
Editor
The Legal Herald
06.2019 - 08.2019
- Specialized in stories involving violent crime and drunk driving.
- Compiled photos and facts from news sources across the United States.
- Uploaded and wrote online content.
Education
J.D. -
Drexel University Thomas R. Kline School of Law
Philadelphia, PA05.2022
Bachelor of Arts - Political Science
Villanova University
Villanova, PA05.2019
Skills
- Document Preparation
- Legal Research
- Document Filing
- Correspondence
- Case management
- Civil Law
- Criminal Law
BAR ADMISSIONS
New Jersey
Timeline
Judicial Law Clerk
Superior Court Of New Jersey - Criminal Division
08.2023 - Current
Legal Assistant
Schuster Law
09.2022 - 08.2023
Legal Intern
Raffaele Puppio
05.2021 - 07.2021
Judicial Intern
U.S. District Court For The Eastern District Of Pennsylvania
05.2020 - 07.2020
Editor
The Legal Herald
06.2019 - 08.2019
J.D. -
Drexel University Thomas R. Kline School of Law
Bachelor of Arts - Political Science
Villanova University
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