Lawrence Jin
Plano,TX
Summary
Motivated pre-law student with a 3.88 GPA and a strong foundation in economics, debate, and legal research. Combines policy-focused academic training with hands-on experience coaching underserved student communities and interning at a top international law firm. Skilled in persuasive communication, public speaking, and program development, with a demonstrated commitment to using law and education to advance equity and civic engagement.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Service Learning Assistant
Tulane University Center for Public Service
New Orleans
01.2024 - Current
- Provided individualized instruction to meet unique needs of each student in classroom setting
- Facilitated small group discussions to encourage meaningful dialogue among students about course material.
- Impacted 200 middle school debate students across the New Orleans area
- Hosted 5 middle school debate tournaments with the Tulane English Department, increasing the local circuit's participation by 70%
Assistant Debate Coach and Judge
National Speech and Debate Association
New Orleans
08.2022 - Current
- Judged policy debates part-time at the high school and middle school levels
- Mentored middle school debaters in the New Orleans area, leading them to winning the school's first championship
- Mentored new debaters on topics such as parliamentary procedure, formal etiquette, poise under pressure and other essential skills needed for successful debating performances.
- Initiated a non-profit summer debate camp for middle school students, teaching them the fundamentals of argumentation and refining their rhetorical skills, with 30 students attending the camp
Summer Law Intern
Winston & Strawn LLP
Dallas
06.2022 - 07.2022
- Drafted two separate law reviews and an abstract of a financial lease
- Worked 8 hours per day and five times per week
- Strengthened time management capabilities by meeting tight deadlines while managing multiple tasks simultaneously.
Education
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) - Mathematical Economic Analysis
Rice University
Houston05.2027
Economics -
Tulane University
New OrleansHigh School Diploma -
Jesuit College Preparatory School
Dallas, US05.2023
Skills
- Data tracking and tabulation
- Legal research and writing
- Persuasive communication
- Conflict resolution
- Leadership skills
- Adaptability and flexibility
Awards
- Ranked #8 in collegiate parliamentary debate in the country
- Tulane Dean's Honor Roll - Fall 2023, Spring 2024, Fall 2024
Timeline
Service Learning Assistant
Tulane University Center for Public Service
01.2024 - Current
Assistant Debate Coach and Judge
National Speech and Debate Association
08.2022 - Current
Summer Law Intern
Winston & Strawn LLP
06.2022 - 07.2022
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) - Mathematical Economic Analysis
Rice University
Economics -
Tulane University
High School Diploma -
Jesuit College Preparatory School
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