Morgan Valinotti
Commack,NY
Summary
Background includes a strong foundation in legal assistance, complemented by experience in drafting legal documents and case files. Demonstrated public speaking and analytical skills through advocacy efforts, successfully presenting a sustainability proposal to state senators. Proven ability to manage time effectively in fast-paced environments.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Bartender
Kollege Klub
Madison , WI
08.2025 - Current
- Crafted and served diverse cocktails and beverages, enhancing customer experience.
- Supported business operations by working part-time, committing 20-22 hours weekly.
Intern
The Law Offices of Nicole J. Zuvich
Babylon, New York
06.2025 - Current
- 5 hours/day 5 days a week
- Assisted attorneys in preparing legal documents and case files.
- Drafted last wills and testaments, health care proxies, powers of attorney, and case files.
- Witnessed signings.
Server
Prime Burger Bar Commack
Commack
10.2022 - Current
- 20-22 hours a week
- Greet, seat, and take customer orders.
- Open and close restaurant.
- Communication with manager and coworkers regarding scheduling.
- Menu memorization
Intern
Suffolk County District Attorney's Office
Commack, New York
08.2026 - 08.2026
- Participated in a week-long shadow program
-Shadowed Assistant District Attorneys through various stages of the criminal justice process
- Attended meetings with prosecutors and law enforcement to gain insight into case preparation and litigation skills.
-Prepared and contributed to legislative debates
- Observed arraignments, pre-trials, and sentencings
-Gained familiarity with New York criminal law, evidentiary procedures, and the daily operations of a county prosecutor's office
Student Advocacy Committee
Commack High School
Commack
01.2024 - 06.2024
- 1-2 hours a week preparing and researching a pitch for New York State Senators on improving Sustainability in our schools.
- Travelled to the Senator’s office to pitch proposal, share, and advocate our ideas.
Senior Class Secretary
Commack High School
Commack
09.2023 - 06.2024
- Campaigned
- Gave speech for campaign for entire senior class.
- Elected by majority of senior class.
- Worked with teacher advisors to organize events, meetings, fundraisers.
- Represented the entirety of the senior class when it came to needs, and additions to our school.
- Organized prom: communicated with venues, DJs, created center pieces, sold tickets, made tables.
Math and Science Tutor
Private
Commack
09.2023 - 06.2024
- Met with student weekly for 1-2 hours.
- Practicing and studying 8th grade Algebra and Earth Science.
- Prepared review and notes for student.
President of Mock Trial Team
Commack High School
Commack
09.2022 - 06.2024
- Awarded the most “Outstanding Attorney Award” by the Suffolk County Bar Association. Award given to 1 student attorney out of all 32 participating districts.
- Organized and held weekly meetings
- Made schedule and weekly agenda for members to follow during practice.
- Communicated with both teacher and attorney advisors regarding strategies and the team.
- Served as lead prosecution and defense attorney.
- Made notes and researched for witnesses, experts, and other attorneys.
- Worked on case and creating statements for 4-6 hours a day.
- Created and conducted direct examination, cross examination, opening, and closing statements.
- Led team to the final four round of Suffolk County Mock Trial Association Annual Tournament 2 years in a row.
- Led team to become Law Day champions at Northport’s 50th annual Law Day competition.
Varsity Soccer and Flag Football
Commack High School
Commack , New York
09.2020 - 12.2023
- Practice after school 5-6 days a week.
- Games 2-3 times a week.
- Awarded All League Athlete for soccer.
- Awarded All County and lead touchdown scorer for Flag Football.
Columbia Univeristy Summer Immersion Law Program
Columbia University.
New York, New York
08.2023 - 08.2023
- Completed the week long Legal Reasoning: “Thinking Like a Lawyer” course.
- Attended both a 2 hour morning class and 2 hour afternoon class for a week.
- Took notes and researched during lectures.
- Completed daily homework assignments.
- Conducted a jury selection, direct examination, and closing statements as class presentations.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Legal Studies
University of Wisconsin
WI06-2028
Skills
- Time Management
- Organization
- Public Speaking
- Advocacy
- Administrative
- Legal Research
- Writing
- Case preparation
- Analytical thinking
Accomplishments
- Senator Matterra Award for Advocacy
- Attorney of the Year (Outstanding Student Attorney) from Suffolk County Bar Association.
- International Baccalaureate Diploma
- Northport School District Law Day Champion
- Historical Research Award
- All League Varsity Soccer
- All County Varsity Flag Football
Timeline
Intern
Suffolk County District Attorney's Office
08.2026 - 08.2026
Bartender
Kollege Klub
08.2025 - Current
Intern
The Law Offices of Nicole J. Zuvich
06.2025 - Current
Student Advocacy Committee
Commack High School
01.2024 - 06.2024
Senior Class Secretary
Commack High School
09.2023 - 06.2024
Math and Science Tutor
Private
09.2023 - 06.2024
Columbia Univeristy Summer Immersion Law Program
Columbia University.
08.2023 - 08.2023
Server
Prime Burger Bar Commack
10.2022 - Current
President of Mock Trial Team
Commack High School
09.2022 - 06.2024
Varsity Soccer and Flag Football
Commack High School
09.2020 - 12.2023
Bachelor of Arts - Legal Studies
University of Wisconsin