Overview
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Meaghan O'Neal

Kansas City,Spain

Overview

6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Immigration Paralegal

Maggio Kattar Nahajzer + Alexander, PC
09.2023 - Current
  • Maintained comprehensive knowledge of USCIS forms and requirements, ensuring complete application packages for clients.
  • Navigated complex legal issues related to adjustment of status and security background check processes for successful outcomes.
  • Assisted in preparation of various immigration applications, increasing accuracy and reducing processing times.
  • Collaborated with the Stowers Institute for Medical Research to serve as on-site representative for the law firm for all immigration needs

Barre Instructor

PowerLife Fitness
11.2020 - Current
  • Instructed group fitness classes of up to 25 members.
  • Enhanced client experience by maintaining motivational and supportive culture.
  • Developed and implemented various high-energy and motivating fitness programs to meet diverse needs.
  • Monitored participant progress and provided positive reinforcement to support goal achievement.

Civil Litigation Paralegal & Social Media Manager

Peterson & Associates, P.C.
05.2022 - 08.2023
  • Collaborated with lead attorney and clients to strategize for pre-litigation personal injury settlements and liability determinations.
  • Managed exhibits, evidence and data related personal injury legal proceedings and drafted chronologies.
  • Analyzed and reported social media and online marketing campaign results.
  • Conferred with case load of over 100 clients and other involved parties to gather and track case information.
  • Designed and implemented social media strategies to align with business goals.

AmeriCorps Service Member

CityYear Kansas City/AmeriCorps
07.2021 - 05.2022
  • Tutored 11 students daily through virtual and hybrid learning, whose average reading proficiency increased 1.3 grade levels.
  • Utilized socio-emotional assessments and behavior initiatives for focus list consisting of 15 students that led to 20% improvement in student behavior
  • Partnered with teachers, staff, and parents to design and facilitate afterschool tutoring program for 500+ students
  • Represented Central Middle School's team as Corps Council member in bi-weekly meetings to address successes, identify needs, and produce solutions for team and site-wide specific situations

Legislative Research Intern

Senator Karla May Of The 4th Senatorial District
01.2021 - 06.2021
  • Elevated legislator awareness about important issues affecting their constituents through targeted research summaries.
  • Wrote the language for Senate Bills 53, 57, 60 and 318 that were passed through the Missouri State Senate and House of Representatives
  • Received an adopted Honorary Senate Resolution No. 363 in recognition for my success in legislative writing and research

Server

Buca Di Beppo
04.2018 - 11.2020
  • Implemented effective communication strategies between front-of-house and back-of-house staff for streamlined operations.
  • Enhanced customer satisfaction by promptly attending to their needs and providing personalized service.
  • Supported colleagues during peak hours, fostering a collaborative work environment that enhanced overall productivity levels.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Political Science

University of Central Missouri
Warrensburg, MO
05.2021

Skills

  • Written and verbal communication
  • Piano
  • Client needs analysis
  • Creative collaboration
  • Legal research
  • Audience engagement
  • Meeting facilitation
  • Spanish (intermediate)
  • Dance fitness instruction

Certification

  • Teaching English as a Foreign Language (TEFL) Certification - May 2022
  • Certified Barre Fitness Instructor - Power Life, December 2020

Timeline

Immigration Paralegal

Maggio Kattar Nahajzer + Alexander, PC
09.2023 - Current

Civil Litigation Paralegal & Social Media Manager

Peterson & Associates, P.C.
05.2022 - 08.2023

AmeriCorps Service Member

CityYear Kansas City/AmeriCorps
07.2021 - 05.2022

Legislative Research Intern

Senator Karla May Of The 4th Senatorial District
01.2021 - 06.2021

Barre Instructor

PowerLife Fitness
11.2020 - Current

Server

Buca Di Beppo
04.2018 - 11.2020

Bachelor of Arts - Political Science

University of Central Missouri
  • Teaching English as a Foreign Language (TEFL) Certification - May 2022
  • Certified Barre Fitness Instructor - Power Life, December 2020
Meaghan O'Neal