Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Extracurricular Activities
Global Exposure And Cultural Engagement
Research
Languages
Certification
Accomplishments
Timeline
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Leanna Kaur Verma

Buena Park

Summary

Motivated individual with a strong background in legal research, policy analysis, and economics. Experienced in supporting law firm operations, conducting data-driven research, and analyzing regulatory issues related to immigration and development. Skilled at applying economic principles to real-world challenges and delivering actionable insights. Committed to contributing to effective, ethical solutions at the intersection of law, economics, and global policy.

Overview

4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Barista

Starbucks
Cypress
10.2021 - 02.2025
  • Maintained espresso machine and coffee equipment for consistent performance and flavor.
  • Managed customer service line efficiently, reducing wait times significantly.
  • Crafted high-quality beverages to meet customer preferences.
  • Cultivated cash-handling proficiency with refunds, transactions, and gift cards.
  • Enhanced customer experience through personalized interactions and connections.
  • Achieved sales targets by implementing effective up-selling strategies.
  • Designed promotional displays to advertise special events and cafe promotions.

Legal Intern

Bauer & Shekerlian APC
Tustin
08.2023 - 10.2024
  • Executed administrative tasks to enhance efficiency.
  • Handled phone communications to manage client inquiries.
  • Managed client relationships to ensure satisfaction and retention.
  • Drafted legal documents while collaborating with the legal team.
  • Corrected documents to maintain accuracy and compliance.
  • Assisted in assembling wills and trusts for clients.
  • Organized and filed documents to streamline access and retrieval.
  • Analyzed cases alongside paralegal to support case preparation.

Style Consultant

Target
Seal Beach
06.2021 - 08.2021
  • Designed visually appealing clothing displays to enhance customer engagement.
  • Managed changing room operations to ensure cleanliness and organization.
  • Recommended fashion trends and seasonal looks to assist customers in styling decisions.
  • Aided guests in locating requested items for improved shopping experience.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Economics

California State University Long Beach
Long Beach
12.2024

High School Diploma -

Cypress High School
Cypress
05-2020

Legal Studies Certificate -

California State University Long Beach
Long Beach

Skills

  • Effective Time Management
  • Adaptable
  • Fast Learner
  • Critical thinking
  • Microsoft PowerPoint
  • Communication
  • Ability to Multitask
  • Communication Skills
  • Computer Skills
  • Ability to Work in a Team
  • Customer Service
  • Ability to Work Under Pressure
  • Legal research
  • Statistical modeling
  • Data analysis
  • Microsoft Office
  • Leadership and Teamwork

Extracurricular Activities

  • Volunteer, Sikh Temple, Taught children Punjabi & Harmonium and gained teaching experience.
  • Marching Band Member, High School, Instruments played: flute & piccolo. Coordination was key in marching band, and those four years in high school gave me skills for life, such as teamwork, work ethic, and dedication.
  • Volunteer, Molding Musicians, King Elementary School, Taught children (4th grade-6th grade) how to read music and play flute.
  • Customer Service, OC Foot & Ankle, Took care of customer payment and cultivated customer service experience.
  • Member, Future Business Leaders of America (FBLA) Club, High School, Business club.
  • Participant, Instrumental Workshop, Disney, Learned a repertoire of Disney music and honed fundamental skills.

Global Exposure And Cultural Engagement

  • December 2024 - January 2025; Dhuri, Punjab, India- Historic and Cultural Sights including: Harminder Sahib (Golden Temple), Damdama Sahib, and Wagah Border. Evaluated infrastructure and inequality in Punjab
  • July 2024 - August 2024; Japan- Immersed in cultural and historical education

Research

Implications of Groundwater Pollution- A study of how the groundwater in the Malwa region of Punjab, India is being polluted and its effects on the population. Analyzed environmental impact and proposed policy recommendations.

Languages

English
Native/ Bilingual
Punjabi
Native/ Bilingual
Hindi
Professional
Urdu
Professional
Spanish
Limited

Certification

  • FEMA- Travel Rules and Regulations
  • FEMA- Workplace Security Awareness
  • FEMA- Active Shooter
  • Driver's License

Accomplishments

  • California Middle-Class Scholarship

Timeline

Legal Intern

Bauer & Shekerlian APC
08.2023 - 10.2024

Barista

Starbucks
10.2021 - 02.2025

Style Consultant

Target
06.2021 - 08.2021

Bachelor of Arts - Economics

California State University Long Beach

High School Diploma -

Cypress High School

Legal Studies Certificate -

California State University Long Beach
Leanna Kaur Verma