Pedro Bonilla
Summary
Detail-oriented and reliable professional seeking to be a part of the North Carolina State Employees Legal Internship Program. Bringing strong organizational and communication skills developed through leadership roles as a catechist, Eucharistic minister, and active member of the Knights of Columbus. Committed to confidentiality, accuracy, and providing efficient clerical support in a professional setting.
Offering background in analytical thinking and teamwork, with strong desire to develop in professional setting. Brings ability to quickly grasp new concepts and adapt to dynamic environments, paired with foundational skills in research and report writing. Ready to use and develop problem-solving and communication skills in Real Estate Paralegal role.
Overview
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2
Languages
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Certification
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1
year of professional experience
Work History
Legal Process Intern
State Employees Credit Union
Raleigh, NC
03.2026 - Current
- Assisted members with account inquiries and transactions, ensuring a positive customer experience.
- Processed loan applications, verifying documentation for accuracy and compliance.
- Collaborated with team members to streamline operations and enhance service delivery.
- Maintained accurate records of member interactions using internal systems and software tools.
- Supported staff members in their daily tasks, reducing workload burden and allowing for increased focus on higher-priority assignments.
- Sorted and organized files, spreadsheets, and reports.
- Gained hands-on experience in various software programs, increasing proficiency and expanding technical skill set.
- Implemented process improvements that enhanced team productivity and workflow efficiency.
Voter Registration Chairman
Fayetteville state university
08.2025 - Current
- Expanding Participation – They make sure more eligible citizens get on the voter rolls, which increases representation and ensures that elections better reflect the will of the people.
- Removing Barriers – Many people face confusion or obstacles about registration (deadlines, ID requirements, address changes). A chairman helps simplify the process and provides resources, so fewer people are left out.
- Education – They often share information about why registering and voting matter, helping citizens see how their voices influence policies and leadership.
- Strengthening Democracy – Democracy depends on active participation. Without widespread voter registration, elections risk being decided by a smaller, less representative group of people.
- Community Empowerment – By organizing drives in schools, workplaces, or neighborhoods, they help historically underrepresented communities gain more influence in local and national decisions.
Democracy Fellow Campus Voting Project
Fayetteville State University
08.2025 - Current
- Promote Civic Participation – They encourage people, especially students or community members, to register to vote, learn about elections, and take part in civic life.
- Leadership Development – Fellows get training in organizing, public speaking, and leadership so they can better mobilize others in their community.
- Education & Outreach – They host workshops, events, or discussions about democracy, voting rights, and how government decisions affect everyday people.
- Advocacy – Some Democracy Fellows work on issues like fair elections, civic education, or reducing barriers to voting.
- Building Representation – By engaging underrepresented groups, they help make democracy more inclusive and reflective of the whole population.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Criminal Justice, Pre-Law, Real Estate Attorney
Fayetteville State University
Fayetteville, North Carolina08-2024
Skills
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Quick learner
- Fast learner
- Problem-solving
- Computer skills
- Multitasking and organization
- Goal-oriented mindset
Certification
JD Next Certificate of Completion
Successfully completed the JD-Next Program, an intensive law school preparation course designed to develop foundational legal reasoning, analytical thinking, and case analysis skills. Gained experience interpreting legal principles, applying legal reasoning to complex scenarios, and strengthening the critical reading, writing, and problem-solving abilities essential for success in law school and the legal profession.
AI for Legal Professionals Badge
Earned the AI for Legal Professionals Badge through the National Society for Legal Technology (NSLT), demonstrating knowledge of how artificial intelligence can enhance legal research, document drafting, and workflow efficiency while emphasizing responsible and ethical use of AI in legal practice.
Legal Research Badge
through the National Society for Legal Technology (NSLT), demonstrating proficiency in finding and analyzing case law, statutes, regulations, and secondary sources. This badge reflects practical legal research skills used by law firms and legal professionals to support legal analysis and informed decision-making.
AI for Legal Professionals Certificate
Completed the AI for Legal Professionals Certificate, gaining knowledge of how artificial intelligence is applied in legal practice. Developed skills in using AI to support legal research, document review, drafting, case analysis, and workflow efficiency while recognizing ethical considerations, responsible AI use, and the importance of attorney oversight.
Legal Research Technology Certificate
Completed a Legal Research Certificate, developing the ability to locate, analyze, and interpret primary and secondary legal authorities. Strengthened skills in researching case law, statutes, regulations, court rules, and legal resources while applying effective research strategies to support legal writing, case analysis, and informed legal decision-making.
FastCase
Completed Fastcase training, gaining experience using legal research tools to locate and analyze case law, statutes, regulations, court rules, and legal authorities. Strengthened skills in legal research, citation analysis, and efficiently finding relevant precedent to support legal analysis and decision-making.
Bloomberg Law
Completed Bloomberg Law training focused on legal research, case law analysis, statutes, regulations, court dockets, legal news, and AI-powered legal research tools. Strengthened skills in efficiently locating, analyzing, and interpreting primary and secondary legal authorities.
Lexis+
Completed training in Lexis+, developing proficiency in legal research using case law, statutes, regulations, court rules, and secondary sources. Applied advanced search techniques and Shepard's® Citation Service to verify legal authority, identify controlling precedent, and support legal analysis, writing, and case preparation.
HeinOnline
Completed training in HeinOnline, developing skills in legal research by locating and analyzing law review articles, statutes, case law, government documents, legislative history, and historical legal materials using advanced search tools.
Descrybe.ai
Completed training on Descrybe.ai, an AI-powered legal research platform, learning how to research case law, statutes, regulations, and legal authorities using artificial intelligence while verifying sources and citations for accurate legal analysis.
Westlaw Precision
Performed comprehensive legal research using Westlaw Precision, identifying relevant case law, statutes, regulations, and legal commentary. Utilized advanced search features, KeyCite citation analysis, and legal research tools to verify authority and support legal analysis
Cloud Nine Concordance Desktop
Completed training in CloudNine Concordance Desktop, an industry-standard eDiscovery and litigation support platform. Gained experience organizing and reviewing electronic case documents, performing advanced searches, tagging and coding records, managing document databases, and supporting document production workflows used in legal matters.
ActionStep Legal Accounting
Completed training in legal accounting principles, including client trust account management, legal billing procedures, timekeeping, expense tracking, financial
HONORS & AWARDS
Great Citizen Award October 2024, Knight of Columbus 3rd Degree Membership August 2024 to Present, Youth of the Year Certificate (St Elizabeth Ann Seton Catholic Church) June 2024 to Present, Eucharistic Minister of Holy Communion September 2024 to September 2029, Recognizing and Reporting Child Abuse and Neglect Professional Training (Certificate of Completion) August 2024 to August 2025, Knight of the month for October (Oct 2024 – Present), Knight of the month for June (June 2025 – Present)
Child Safety Training
Recognizing and Reporting Child Abuse and Neglect: Completed professional training, equipping me with the knowledge to ensure child safety in educational settings.
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
English
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Legal Process Intern
State Employees Credit Union
03.2026 - Current
Voter Registration Chairman
Fayetteville state university
08.2025 - Current
Democracy Fellow Campus Voting Project
Fayetteville State University
08.2025 - Current
Bachelor of Science - Criminal Justice, Pre-Law, Real Estate Attorney
Fayetteville State University