Miyah Westbrook
Denham Springs,LA
Summary
Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Legal Assistant
Marcus Williams Law, PLLC
09.2021 - 04.2022
- Provided day-to-day support for a Hinds County attorney practicing personal injury, criminal defense, general litigation, and divorce/family law
- Successfully navigated client engagement, confidential case records, and court appearances
- Worked as the liaison between the clients and attorney, completed tasks that corresponded with the current docket, and handled administrative work within the firm.
Hollis Watkins Muhammad Leadership Institute
One Voice MS
05.2021 - 08.2021
- Gained critical leadership tools to develop capacity to be a world leader in social justice
- Completed research and work product deliverables for organization-wide program coordinators on campaigns, non-profit operations, and social development
- Conducted voter engagement programming and meetings to develop Voter Registration efforts for Juneteenth Festival
- Worked closely with the Civil Justice department in researching a range of topics necessary for program production including The MS Lottery Fund and Education Fund.
MVLP Intern
Mississippi Volunteer Lawyers Project
08.2019 - 02.2021
- Managed case files, legal documents, and administrative duties
- Assisted division attorneys in operating statewide pro-bono clinics and workshops
- Worked alongside legal professionals and provided deliverables in a timely manner.
Education
J.D. -
Southern University Law Center
Baton Rouge, LA05.2026
Bachelor of Arts - Political Science, Legal Studies
Jackson State University
Jackson, MS04.2022
Skills
- Fast Learner
- Scheduling/Planning
- Microsoft Office
- File Organization
- Calendar Management
- Legal Research
- Document Preparation
- Proofreading
- Writing and editing
- Office Management
- Relationship Building
Timeline
Legal Assistant
Marcus Williams Law, PLLC
09.2021 - 04.2022
Hollis Watkins Muhammad Leadership Institute
One Voice MS
05.2021 - 08.2021
MVLP Intern
Mississippi Volunteer Lawyers Project
08.2019 - 02.2021
J.D. -
Southern University Law Center
Bachelor of Arts - Political Science, Legal Studies
Jackson State University