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Olivia Scott, J.D.

Summary

Hello! I am a detail-oriented and passionate recent J.D. graduate with strong research and writing skills. Currently, I am seeking a post-graduate position to apply my knowledge and continue growth in a professional setting.

Overview

1
1
year of professional experience

Work History

Legal Intern

Legal Aid of Sonoma County
08.2024 - 12.2024
  • Continued my work in the Child Abuse Prevention Program
  • Strengthened my skills and experience
  • Took a more direct and hands-on approach with clients

Legal Fellow

Legal Aid of Sonoma County
05.2024 - 08.2024
  • Child Abuse Prevention Program & Legal Medical Partnership Program
  • Assisted clients in navigating custody orders, restraining orders, guardianships, estate planning, and divorce proceedings
  • Completed and filed court documents to facilitate legal processes
  • Conducted legal research to support case applications and informed client strategies
  • Drafted petitions and declarations tailored to individual clients
  • Maintained consistent correspondence with clients to update them on case progress

ABA Certified Law Student

GGU Women's Employment Rights Clinic
01.2024 - 06.2024
  • Conducted intake interviews to assess client needs and gather pertinent information
  • Led client counseling sessions, providing support and guidance throughout the legal process
  • Managed case files and maintained reports for supervisory review
  • Facilitated effective communication between clients, witnesses, and legal teams
  • Organized and cataloged evidence to support case development
  • Drafted legal documents and correspondence
  • Conducted legal research to inform case strategies
  • Developed case theories to strengthen legal arguments
  • Led mediation sessions with opposing parties to negotiate
  • Successfully settled a civil suit

Education

J.D. -

University of San Francisco School of Law
San Francisco, CA
08.2025

J.D. -

Golden Gate University School of Law
San Francisco, CA
08-2025

Bachelor of Arts - Sociology

University of Oregon
Eugene, OR
06.2021

Skills

  • Legal research
  • Writing and drafting
  • Analytical reasoning
  • Case analysis
  • Client counseling
  • Trial preparation
  • Negotiation skills
  • Time management

Timeline

Legal Intern

Legal Aid of Sonoma County
08.2024 - 12.2024

Legal Fellow

Legal Aid of Sonoma County
05.2024 - 08.2024

ABA Certified Law Student

GGU Women's Employment Rights Clinic
01.2024 - 06.2024

J.D. -

University of San Francisco School of Law

J.D. -

Golden Gate University School of Law

Bachelor of Arts - Sociology

University of Oregon