Makayla Garretson
Bryan,TX
Summary
Motivated and results-driven individual skilled in working under pressure, leadership, and adapting to new situations and challenges. Highly organized, with top skills in communication, critical thinking, and active learning. Dynamic paralegal experience, excelling in legal research and analysis. Adept at complex problem solving and conflict resolution, consistently delivering articulate legal briefs and effectively supporting legal processes. My leadership and communication skills enhance team performance in high-pressure environments.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Corporate Paralegal
Sam Allen
Houston, TX
08.2024 - Current
- Assisted in drafting and reviewing legal correspondence, including letters, emails, and faxes.
- Organized exhibits for trial by preparing materials and supporting documentation.
- Analyzed legal statutes, codes and previous court decisions to determine optimal course of action.
- Performed research on a variety of legal topics such as corporate law, civil litigation and intellectual property.
- Produced well-researched and articulate legal briefs, pleadings and statements.
- Conducted comprehensive legal research and analysis to support case preparation and litigation processes.
Manager
Texas Roadhouse
College Station, TX
09.2023 - Current
- Monitored staff performance and addressed issues.
- Enforced customer service standards and resolved customer problems to uphold quality service.
- Completed thorough opening, closing and shift change functions to maintain operational standards each day.
- Enhanced team member performance through use of strategic and tactical approaches, motivational coaching and training.
- Exercised good judgment and decision-making in escalating concerns and resolving issues.
Bartender
Texas Roadhouse
College Station, TX
04.2022 - Current
- Talked easily with patrons to build rapport and earn repeat business.
- Met customer, business operations and server needs with minimal errors or delays.
- Worked in close collaboration with team members to ensure customers received high-quality service.
- Effectively multitasked within fast-paced environment.
Server Trainer
Texas Roadhouse Restaurant
College Station, TX
08.2021 - Current
- Trained new employees on service standards and menu items to improve onboarding processes.
- Developed training program to improve menu knowledge of new hires.
- Demonstrated leadership skills by training new staff
- Educated waiters on menu, memorization strategies and how to convey information clearly.
Paralegal Intern
Shannon Flannigan
Bryan, TX
01.2024 - 05.2024
- Organized and executed court calendar with daily cases and supervisor meetings.
- Managed multiple projects simultaneously while meeting tight deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
- Attended hearings in courtrooms or at client sites to take notes on proceedings.
- Responded to client calls and inquiries to deliver applicable information.
- Coordinated meetings between clients and attorneys when necessary.
- Assisted attorneys with trial preparation tasks such as jury selection process.
Server
Hana Hibachi & Sushi
Prosper, TX
01.2019 - 06.2021
- Provided exceptional service to high volume of daily customers.
- Resolved customer concerns with friendly and knowledgeable service.
- Ability to work in stressful environments.
- Verbal and written communication skills.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Sociology
Texas A&M University
College Station, TX05.2025
Skills
- Complex Problem Solving
- Work Planning and Prioritizing
- Creative Thinking
- Hardworking and Driven
- Leadership
- Oral and Written Communication
- Conflict resolution
- Legal Research/Analysis
Timeline
Corporate Paralegal
Sam Allen
08.2024 - Current
Paralegal Intern
Shannon Flannigan
01.2024 - 05.2024
Manager
Texas Roadhouse
09.2023 - Current
Bartender
Texas Roadhouse
04.2022 - Current
Server Trainer
Texas Roadhouse Restaurant
08.2021 - Current
Server
Hana Hibachi & Sushi
01.2019 - 06.2021
Bachelor of Science - Sociology
Texas A&M University
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