Sydney K. Calhoun
New York,NY
Summary
Senior litigation paralegal with over two of experience at a commercial litigation firm.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Senior Litigation Paralegal
Amini LLC
New York, NY
09.2021 - Current
- Provided comprehensive support to the attorneys and trial team, from the investigation phase through trial.
- Coordinated and oversaw all aspects of discovery, including the collection, document review and production.
- Assisted with trail preparation in an arbitration matter by preparing and being solely responsible for 1,000+ exhibits, drafting post and pre-trial submissions with the attorneys and handling administrative duties.
- Conducted extensive case research to assist with the drafting of legal documents, including complaints and summary judgment motions.
- Communicated with clients to gather maintain case related information and acted as a liaison between trial teams and other third-parties.
- Involved in the hiring and training of new employees while in a senior leadership position.
COMMUNICATIONS INTERN
Make-A-Wish Colorado
01.2021 - 05.2021
- Created informative and entertaining posts for client's Twitter, Facebook and Instagram pages
- Analyzed social media campaigns and activities using Hootsuite to promote engagement and made recommendations for enhancement
- Responded to comments, posts and questions from various channels under supervision of the Communications Director
- Developed strong professional relationships by interacting and communicating effectively with wide variety of colleagues
- Developed original content for blog posts and website articles.
MARKETING INTERN
The Pao App
08.2020 - 12.2020
- Designed and presented social media campaign ideas
- Collaborated with team members to help expand marketing channels
- Increased brand recognition in target audience through creative promotions and marketing campaigns
- Consulted with product development teams to enhance products based on customer data.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Journalism
University of Colorado Boulder
Boulder, CO05.2021
Skills
- Drafting Legal Documents
- Legal Research
- E-Discovery Databases
- Document Filing
- Trial Preparation
- MS Office and Adobe
- Client and Employee Communication
- Team Player
Personal Statement
I have always had a strong interest in civil rights law. I do anticipate going to law school, but I am looking for an opportunity to demonstrate my experience in an area of law that I am passionate about.
Affiliations
Phi Alpha Delta Law Fraternity, September 2017- May 2021
Additional Information
Projects: Honors Thesis that studied the media coverage of the Civil Rights Movement and the Black Lives Matter Movement, focusing on the murders of Emmett Till and George Floyd, to determine how the media constructs narratives that influence national opinion.
Timeline
Senior Litigation Paralegal
Amini LLC
09.2021 - Current
COMMUNICATIONS INTERN
Make-A-Wish Colorado
01.2021 - 05.2021
MARKETING INTERN
The Pao App
08.2020 - 12.2020
Bachelor of Arts - Journalism
University of Colorado Boulder