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Mariam Fahmi

Sunnyvale,CA

Overview

3
3
years of professional experience

Work History

Legal Assistant

Law Offices of Daniel M. Mayfield
08.2024 - 10.2024
  • Researched case law, statutes, and regulations to support strategy development for individual cases.
  • Petitioned district attorney's office for review of preferential treatment in cases involving contentious political views.
  • Provided administrative support to attorneys by organizing files, scheduling appointments, and filing court documents.
  • Maintained strict confidentiality, protecting sensitive client information as required by legal ethics and regulations.

Government Relations Intern

California American Islamic Relations
06.2022 - 08.2022
  • Enhanced government relations team's efficiency by organizing and maintaining databases of legislative contacts.
  • Partnered with city council members and advocacy groups to promote reforms combatting anti-Muslim discrimination and reducing aggressive policing practices in marginalized communities.
  • Created a 2022 CA Voter Guide that simplified legislation into layman terms, enabling voters to make informed decisions.

Senior Student Supervisor

Jimmy's Cafe
03.2022 - 12.2022
  • Scheduled shifts of 40+ employees, delegated tasks, and managed supply orders from vendors.
  • Delivered comprehensive training in customer service etiquette, drink preparation, and cleaning protocols.
  • Mediated coworker and customer conflicts to ensure fair resolutions, team cohesion, and customer satisfaction.

Government Relations Intern

Council on American Islamic Relations - San Francisco Bay Area (CAIR - SFBA)
06.2022 - 09.2022
  • Identified key issues impacting the Muslim community by reviewing 22 city council meeting agendas every week
  • Created a 2022 CA Voter Guide that simplified legislation into layman terms, enabling voters to make informed decisions
  • Organized 9 community outreach events after Friday prayer to promote legal services and answer questions

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Political Science, Pre-law

UCLA
Los Angeles, CA
06.2025

Skills

  • Litigation support
  • Legal research and writing
  • Arabic (fluent)
  • Knowledge of First Amendment protections
  • Client relationships
  • Proficient in LexisNexis and Westlaw
  • Fast learner & detail oriented
  • Microsoft Office proficiency

Timeline

Legal Assistant

Law Offices of Daniel M. Mayfield
08.2024 - 10.2024

Government Relations Intern

California American Islamic Relations
06.2022 - 08.2022

Government Relations Intern

Council on American Islamic Relations - San Francisco Bay Area (CAIR - SFBA)
06.2022 - 09.2022

Senior Student Supervisor

Jimmy's Cafe
03.2022 - 12.2022

Bachelor of Arts - Political Science, Pre-law

UCLA
Mariam Fahmi