Sophia Tarasenkova
Santa Clara,CA
Summary
Organized, driven pre-law political science junior with paralegal experience in court filings, client correspondence, and records management. Background in Title IX support, policy research, and student government leadership. Fluent in Russian and Ukrainian, with a strong work ethic and proven discretion with confidential information.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Paralegal Intern
Avery Legal Advisors
Redwood City, California
06.2026 - 08.2026
- Supported firm filing systems and tracked client documents, keeping records accurate and organized across multiple active matters and competing deadlines.
- Prepared, mailed, and delivered court filings; assisted with client correspondence and communicated directly with judicial clerks.
- Maintained strict confidentiality while handling sensitive client information.
Intern
Office of Equal Employment and Opportunity and TIX
Santa Clara, California
02.2026 - 07.2026
- Provided neutral support services and resources through in-person assistance and on-campus tabling events
- Maintained strict privacy and confidentiality standards
- Developed and maintained TIX social media page and content strategy
- Managed sensitive case documentation and conducted data analysis through the employment of spreadsheets and charts
- Organized the physical space of the office
Volunteer
Field Team 6
Remote
08.2025 - 01.2026
- Researched democratic candidates across U.S. elections, analyzing positions, endorsements, donations and campaigns to support voter education engagement through Blue Voter Guide
Volunteer
Library Of Congress
Washington, District of Columbia
09.2024 - 01.2026
- Transcribed documents in various languages (English, German, Lithuanian) from early 19th-late 20th centuries
- Edited transcriptions of documents
Intern
Turn Up Activism Inc.
Cambridge, Massachusetts
07.2025 - 08.2025
- Executed phone and text banking campaigns, authored persuasive letters, and engaged in public events to advance socio-political and civic causes
- Conducted in-depth research and produced adaptable written content on key policy issues
- Mobilized community participation through advocacy, outreach, and direct communication with elected officials to influence legislative action and promote civic engagement
Student Intern
Giorgos Landas LLC
Limassol, Cyprus
01.2023 - 02.2023
- Provided efficient, friendly customer service while managing client affairs, maintaining databases, and coordinating documentation in a fast-paced environment
Education
Bachelor of Science - Political Science, Pre-law Emphasis
Santa Clara University
Santa Clara, CA06-2028
High School Diploma -
Heritage Private School
Limassol, Cyprus06-2024
Skills
- Policy evaluation and legal research
- Confidentiality management
- File management
- Microsoft Office proficiency
- Presentations and public speaking
- Fluent in Russian and Ukrainian
- Team building
- Client communication
Timeline
Paralegal Intern
Avery Legal Advisors
06.2026 - 08.2026
Intern
Office of Equal Employment and Opportunity and TIX
02.2026 - 07.2026
Volunteer
Field Team 6
08.2025 - 01.2026
Intern
Turn Up Activism Inc.
07.2025 - 08.2025
Volunteer
Library Of Congress
09.2024 - 01.2026
Student Intern
Giorgos Landas LLC
01.2023 - 02.2023
Bachelor of Science - Political Science, Pre-law Emphasis
Santa Clara University
High School Diploma -
Heritage Private School