Matthew Hills
Decatur,GA
Summary
Results-driven Economics and Political Science student with excellent organizational and communication skills. Successful at accomplishing student projects. Strong analytical thinker and problem solver quick to learn new processes.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Legal Intern
Deitch & Rogers, LLC
Atlanta, GA
06.2023 - 08.2023
- Researched case law, statutes, regulations, and legal literature to provide attorneys with information to support legal arguments and strategies
- Prepared legal documents, including memoranda, pleadings, contracts, and agreements, under the supervision of an attorney
- Worked closely with attorneys and paralegals to support their efforts in providing legal services to clients.
Legislative Affairs Intern
Keep Nine Coalition
Remote
01.2022 - 04.2022
- Conducted research on legislative proposals, historical precedents, and relevant legal and constitutional issues related to the number of Supreme Court justices
- Prepared position papers, reports, and briefs on the importance of maintaining nine justices and the potential implications of altering the Court's size
- Assisted in developing advocacy strategies and materials to promote the organization's viewpoint, including fact sheets, talking points, and informational documents for policymakers.
Legal Assistant
Eastman Law Firm
Atlanta, GA
05.2021 - 08.2021
- Prepared legal documents, including wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and healthcare directives, under the guidance of experienced attorneys
- Reviewed and analyzed clients' financial and personal information to help determine appropriate estate planning strategies
- Learned how to assess the value of assets and property for the purpose of estate planning and wealth transfer.
Front Desk Clerk
Universal Tennis Academy
Atlanta, GA
05.2020 - 08.2020
- Greeted and assisted visitors and members in a friendly and professional manner, providing information about the center's services and facilities
- Managed court reservations and bookings, ensuring an efficient and organized scheduling process for both members and non-members.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Political Science
University of Georgia
Athens, GA08.2024
Bachelor of Arts - Economics
University of Georgia
Athens, GA08.2024
Skills
- R
- Stata
- Data Analysis
- Front Desk
- Excel
- Writing Skills
- Debate Skills
- Event Planning
Timeline
Legal Intern
Deitch & Rogers, LLC
06.2023 - 08.2023
Legislative Affairs Intern
Keep Nine Coalition
01.2022 - 04.2022
Legal Assistant
Eastman Law Firm
05.2021 - 08.2021
Front Desk Clerk
Universal Tennis Academy
05.2020 - 08.2020
Bachelor of Arts - Political Science
University of Georgia
Bachelor of Arts - Economics
University of Georgia