Tori Gale
Saint Paul,MN
Summary
Results-driven law student skilled in researching legal case information and preparing necessary correspondence with strong understanding of legal terminology and processes. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team and client goals.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Certified Student Attorney
Employment Discrimination Mediation Clinic
08.2023 - Current
- Represented client in mediation and successfully negotiated $40,000 settlement agreement based on employment discrimination claim through the EEOC.
- Interviewed clients to obtain information relevant to cases.
- Advised client on dispute resolution processes, policies and procedures, helping client make informed choices.
Lead Law Clerk
Dakota County Attorney's Office - Child Support
05.2023 - Current
- Represent the County in expedited process and district court hearings and trials.
- Produce legal documents such as briefs, pleadings and appeals.
- Research and analyze legal issues and cases to provide accurate advice to attorneys.
Law Clerk
Krueger, Juelich, & Schmisek PLLC
04.2022 - Current
- Prepares and files a variety of legal documents including affidavits, petitions, and pleadings
- Corresponds with parties and opposing counsel of various cases
- Research relevant case law and statutory precedent and prepares legal memorandum with results.
AmeriCorps VISTA & Literacy Leader
MORE/Literacy Minnesota
08.2020 - 08.2021
- Taught English classes and provided basic needs services, such as weekly food distributions, for local immigrants and refugees
- Researched and developed detailed understanding of US immigration policy, local immigrant communities, adult basic education curriculum, and English as a second language (ESL) instruction
- Developed on-site workplace ESL classes in partnership with local employers of immigrant communities, in order to increase accessibility and reduce barriers for participants.
International Visitor Program Intern
WorldOregon
01.2020 - 04.2020
- Secured professional meetings and home hospitality for international visitors through US State Department-funded program by coordinating with local organizations and volunteers
- Researched, designed, and drafted 20+ persuasive proposals pitching Portland as a destination for incoming international visitor delegations.
Education
Juris Doctor -
Mitchell Hamline School of Law
Saint Paul, MN05.2024
Bachelor of Arts - Political Science and International Development
Portland State University
Portland, OR06.2020
Skills
- Oral Advocacy
- Legal Writing
- Attention to Detail
- Emotional Intelligence
- Legal Research
- Drafting Pleadings
- Interpersonal Skills
Affiliations
- Mitchell Hamline Family Law Self Help Clinic, Volunteer, 02/2022, Present
- Mitchell Hamline Business Law Society, Member, 10/2022, Present
Timeline
Certified Student Attorney
Employment Discrimination Mediation Clinic
08.2023 - Current
Lead Law Clerk
Dakota County Attorney's Office - Child Support
05.2023 - Current
Law Clerk
Krueger, Juelich, & Schmisek PLLC
04.2022 - Current
AmeriCorps VISTA & Literacy Leader
MORE/Literacy Minnesota
08.2020 - 08.2021
International Visitor Program Intern
WorldOregon
01.2020 - 04.2020
Juris Doctor -
Mitchell Hamline School of Law
Bachelor of Arts - Political Science and International Development
Portland State University
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