Matt Coleman
Akron
Summary
Ambitious 1L student at The University of Akron School of Law seeking summer internship. Brings several years of entrepreneurial and management experience, fostering strong relationships with clients and colleagues. Demonstrates leadership in independent roles while excelling in collaborative environments. Leverages business acumen to deliver results and achieve organizational objectives.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
OWNER
Coleman Custom Guns
Summerville
06.2025 - Current
- The owner of a home-based federal firearms license/business.
- Collaborated with government agencies, including Pennsylvania State Police and ATF, to ensure compliance with regulations.
- Managed documentation for government agencies to ensure lawful sales.
Writer and website designer
01.2020 - Current
- Performed writing tasks including ghost writing, blog writing, content writing, copywriting, creative writing, editing, email writing, formal writing, proofreading, and research to meet diverse client needs.
- Developed custom websites for clients, improving their online presence and user experience.
- Designed websites and optimized SEO to improve client visibility and engagement.
GUN DEPARTMENT SPECIALIST
Family Farm and Home
Clarion
07.2021 - 08.2025
- Managed sales of firearms and maintained compliance documentation.
- Maintained government agency paperwork to ensure legal compliance and facilitate audits.
- Coordinated daily store operations and supervised staff to enhance workflow and service delivery.
- Applied knowledge gained to establish a successful firearms retail business.
Contractor's Assistant
Coleman and Co.
Summerville
01.2015 - 07.2025
- Installed roofing materials on residential properties, ensuring safety and efficiency.
- Removed old roofing systems and debris, facilitating new installations.
- Installed insulation in residential and commercial buildings for energy efficiency.
- Assisted in installing plumbing systems, contributing to overall project completion.
- Installed various types of flooring in residential and commercial spaces.
- Maintained tools and equipment, ensuring readiness for daily tasks.
- Maintained tools and equipment in good working condition daily.
Intern
Munsee Law L.L.C
07.2023 - 07.2023
- Completed paralegal internship at Munsee Law, gaining hands-on experience in legal processes and contributing to trial preparation.
- Assisted in forming deposition questions for a custody proceeding, enhancing the effectiveness of the legal strategy.
- I also helped form deposition questions for a custody proceeding.
Stocker
Walmart
Clarion
07.2019 - 07.2021
- Stocked shelves with merchandise to ensure product availability and organization.
- Stocked shelves with merchandise to maximize product availability for customers.
- Maintained inventory levels through regular stock checks and replenishment.
- Collaborated with team members to optimize product placement and visibility.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization in aisles through effective collaboration with team members.
Wash Boy
Clarion Ford
Clarion
06.2017 - 07.2019
- Executed daily cleaning tasks with precision to maintain operational standards.
- Kept wash bay area tidy to facilitate effective cleaning operations.
- Utilized pressure washers and cleaning equipment to ensure thorough cleaning results.
Education
bachelors - English
Pennsylvania Western University
Clarion, PA12.2023
Skills
- Legal research
- Statutory interpretation
- Legal writing
- Document drafting
- Regulatory compliance
- Source verification
- Deposition development
- Client interviews
- Analysis
- Project oversight
- Attention to detail
- Time management
- Communication skills
- Attention to detail
Communication Skills
Known for being direct, accountable, and comfortable with confrontation.
Projects
- Student Handbook, 01/01/22 - 05/01/22, Pitched a student handbook to the student council with vital information for incoming students.
- Legal Software Presentation, 02/01/23, Presentation on Back Docket for law offices.
- Clarion Law Journal Article, 07/01/24, Wrote a nineteen-page article on the Trump v. United States Supreme Court opinion.
Class Experience
- Administrative Law, 3
- Advanced Legal Writing and Research, 3
- Family Law, 3
- Field Experience, 3
- Intro to Paralegal Studies, 3
- Legal Environment of Business, 3
- Methods of Legal Research, 3
- Principles and Practice of Litigation, 3
Timeline
OWNER
Coleman Custom Guns
06.2025 - Current
Intern
Munsee Law L.L.C
07.2023 - 07.2023
GUN DEPARTMENT SPECIALIST
Family Farm and Home
07.2021 - 08.2025
Writer and website designer
01.2020 - Current
Stocker
Walmart
07.2019 - 07.2021
Wash Boy
Clarion Ford
06.2017 - 07.2019
Contractor's Assistant
Coleman and Co.
01.2015 - 07.2025
bachelors - English
Pennsylvania Western University