Rahaf Al-Obaidi
Amherst,NY
Summary
As an undergraduate law student, I aim to develop a strong comprehension in legal principles, research, writing, and critical skills through experience in a professional setting. I strive to obtain a position where I can apply my knowledge and experience while preparing to become a future attorney.
Overview
1
1
year of professional experience
Work History
Intern
Buffalo City Hall
05.2023 - 06.2023
- Intern at the Office of Joe Golombek Jr., North District Common Council Member.
- Observed phone calls, shadowed legislative assistants in the Council Member’s office, attended Council Chamber meetings, Housing, and Arraignment Court trials.
- Helped with the City of Buffalo's Clean Sweep Operation by participating in neighborhood beautification and restoration, community outreach, and codes and law enforcement operations.
Intern
Buffalo City Court
02.2023 - 03.2023
- Intern with the Drug Courts Coordinator in the Courts Program.
- Observed hearings and trials in Drug Court and various courts like Arraignment, Traffic, and Opioid intervention Court.
Intern
Journey's End Vive
11.2022 - 12.2022
- Intern at the legal office in Journey’s End Vive Shelter.
- Read various asylum cases, organized files, completed assigned tasks, and conducted research on multiple countries to understand the causes influencing asylum seekers to move to the United States.
Education
Bachelor’s Degree Candidate - Law BA / Political Science Minor
University At Buffalo
Buffalo, NY05-2027
Skills
- Excellent communication
- Organization
- Leadership
- Problem solving
- Writing
- English/Arabic
- Computer skills: Microsoft word, Google docs, Excel, Outlook
- Teamwork and collaboration
Accomplishments
Named to the University at Buffalo's Undergraduate Dean's List for outstanding academic performance, demonstrating consistent ambition, commitment, and dedication to achieving educational goals.
Timeline
Intern
Buffalo City Hall
05.2023 - 06.2023
Intern
Buffalo City Court
02.2023 - 03.2023
Intern
Journey's End Vive
11.2022 - 12.2022
Bachelor’s Degree Candidate - Law BA / Political Science Minor
University At Buffalo
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