Powhatan Belton
Fayette,MS
Summary
Dedicated law clerk with conscientious nature, respect for deadlines and advanced legal research skill. Proven to anticipate diverse needs of legal teams. Skilled in writing, logic, and court processes. Motivated to continually improve and extend personal skills and knowledge to attain increased responsibility and opportunities for professional growth. Offers clear and concise data based on creative and complex research findings. Fosters cooperative and supportive relationships with peers, superiors and clients.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Research Assistant Intern
Mississippi Center For Legal Services
McComb, MS
06.2020 - 08.2020
- Gathered, arranged and corrected research data to create representative graphs and charts highlighting results for presentations.
- Researched and interpreted large volumes of scientific data and literature.
- Gained valuable insight into regulations and policies associated with property and tort law.
- Worked alongside attorneys, administrative assistants and fellow legal assistants on complex cases and legal processes.
- Supported partners and associates in areas of appellate and complex commercial litigation.
- Assisted attorneys by conducting research into issues such as property law and tort law, compiling information and preparing summaries.
Library Circulation Assistant
Mississippi College School Of Law
Jackson, MS
06.2019 - 06.2020
- Maintained inventory records and verified what items were available and items being used for active projects.
- Successfully completed check-in and check-out procedure for visitors taking or returning library books and audio materials daily.
- Maintained office equipment in proper operating condition.
- Showed library patrons where specific book collections were.
- Delivered excellent guest services by answering inquiries from visitors.
Rural Carrier Assistant
Hazlehurst Post Office
Hazlehurst, MS
08.2017 - 11.2017
- Signed and received mail with signature requirements upon delivery and loading.
- Delivered mail and packages to customers on prescribed route while processing check submissions, money orders and stamp purchases in field.
English & Languages Arts Teacher
Hazlehurst Middle School
Hazlehurst, Mississippi
08.2016 - 12.2016
- Communicated frequently with parents, students and faculty to provide feedback and discuss instructional strategies.
- Planned and implemented integrated lessons to meet national standards.
English & Languages Arts Teacher
South Pike High School
Magnolia, Mississippi
08.2015 - 05.2016
- Communicated frequently with parents, students and faculty to provide feedback and discuss instructional strategies.
- Planned and implemented integrated lessons to meet national standards.
English & Languages Arts Teacher
Jefferson County Upper Elementary School
Fayette, Mississippi
10.2014 - 05.2015
- Communicated frequently with parents, students and faculty to provide feedback and discuss instructional strategies.
- Planned and implemented integrated lessons to meet national standards.
Education
J.D. - Law
Mississippi College School of Law
Jackson, MS06.2021
No Degree - Education Administration
University of Wisconsin Whitewater
Whitewater WisconsinBachelor of Arts - English Education
Alcorn State University
Lorman, MS06.2011
Skills
- Legal Research
- Legal Correspondence
- Legal Terminology
- Decision Making
- Critical Thinking
- Microsoft Office
- Deposition Briefings
- Complex Problem Solving
- Case Summaries
- Deposition Briefings
- Complex Problem Solving
- Case Summaries
Timeline
Research Assistant Intern
Mississippi Center For Legal Services
06.2020 - 08.2020
Library Circulation Assistant
Mississippi College School Of Law
06.2019 - 06.2020
Rural Carrier Assistant
Hazlehurst Post Office
08.2017 - 11.2017
English & Languages Arts Teacher
Hazlehurst Middle School
08.2016 - 12.2016
English & Languages Arts Teacher
South Pike High School
08.2015 - 05.2016
English & Languages Arts Teacher
Jefferson County Upper Elementary School
10.2014 - 05.2015
J.D. - Law
Mississippi College School of Law
No Degree - Education Administration
University of Wisconsin Whitewater
Bachelor of Arts - English Education
Alcorn State University
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