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ZaVeon Jones

Milwaukee,WI

Summary

Sociology and Political Science student with a passion for law, seeking a challenging position in law school where my strong analytical skills, legal research experience, and dedication to contribute to the ever-changing law, and advocacy can contribute to success in the legal profession

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience

Work History

Case Manager/ Paralegal

Tabak Law
12.2023 - Current
  • Specialized in legal aid for individuals applying for social security and disability, Utilizing legal software for research, Communicating with the Social Security Administration to upkeep clientele files, Communicating with clients to gather information and provide updates on case status, Keeping up to date with scheduled hearings with administrative law judges, Maintaining communication with attorneys regarding cases and legal obligations, Conducting legal research, Ordering medical records, Assisting preparation of legal documents, Managing deadlines, Analyzing legal precedents and presenting findings to attorneys

Front Desk Assistant

University of Wisconsin- Milwaukee Center for Student Involvement
08.2022 - 12.2023
  • Approving student organization contracts and forms, Sending and responding to emails, Conducting in-person meetings with student organizations, Organizing and working campus events, Authenticating purchase card statements, Submitting US bank allocations, Filing university organization documents, Answering phone calls, Creating expenditure forms, Purchasing operation orders, Organizing mail and packages, Daily use of Microsoft 365 (Excel, Outlook, SharePoint, Teams), Member of the hiring committee

Clerk Intern

Sun Prairie City Hall
07.2017 - 08.2017
  • Organizing voter registration cards, Filing court documents into excel, Shadowing city workers and sanitation departments

Education

BA Sociology - Sociology, Pre-Law

University of Wisconsin- Milwaukee
01.2024

High School Diploma -

Sun Prairie East High School
01.2020

Skills

  • Management
  • Problem solving
  • Communication
  • Leadership
  • Teamwork
  • Conflict resolution
  • Decision-making
  • Time management
  • Attention to detail
  • Oral and written communication
  • Organization
  • Filing
  • Office formalities
  • Reviewing resumes

Committments

  • University of Wisconsin- Milwaukee Mock Trial Competition Club Vice President
  • International Sociology Honor Society
  • Dean List Honoree 2021-2024
  • Black Student Union member
  • Lawton Scholar 2021-2024
  • Roderic Margaret Joy Botts Scholarship Recipient
  • UWM English department student excellence Recipient

Volunteer Experience

  • University of Wisconsin- Milwaukee Legal Clinic, Paralegal, 01/2023, 12/2023, 10, Aiding UWM students by providing legal information and resources, Maintaining communication with the UWM staff attorney and claimants, Writing case details, Writing and answering phone emails, Corresponding with claimants opposing parties, Conducting legal research, Oral communication with student interviews
  • The Gathering, Food server, 04/2023, Prepped food and beverages, Greeted community members, Served food and beverages to community members, Helped clean the kitchen and serving area after service

Timeline

Case Manager/ Paralegal

Tabak Law
12.2023 - Current

Front Desk Assistant

University of Wisconsin- Milwaukee Center for Student Involvement
08.2022 - 12.2023

Clerk Intern

Sun Prairie City Hall
07.2017 - 08.2017

BA Sociology - Sociology, Pre-Law

University of Wisconsin- Milwaukee

High School Diploma -

Sun Prairie East High School

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