Alexia Shafran
Los Angeles
Summary
Detail-oriented student with experience in research, data analysis, and team support, seeking to contribute strong organizational skills and passion for learning about the law in a fast-paced legal environment.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
CA Student Researcher
AP Research Project
Calabasas, CA
01.2025 - 01.2025
- Researched how the Salem witch trials influenced the evolution of American common law
- Collaborated with Yale Ph.D. candidate Eva Landsberg and Berkeley Professor Chris Tomlins
- Analyzed primary and secondary sources on the evolution of evidentiary standards
- Conducted expert interviews with legal scholars from U.S. universities
Head Hostess
Marmalade Cafe
Westlake, CA
01.2024 - 01.2025
- Managed reservations, guest flow, and waitlist coordination in a high-volume environment
- Coordinated front-of-house operations to ensure seamless dining experiences
Cashier
Fresh Brothers Pizza
Westlake, CA
01.2024 - 01.2025
- Handled transactions, order management, and customer service in a fast-paced setting
CA Student Intern
Pomerantz LLP
Calabasas, CA
01.2023 - 01.2025
- Organized and maintained legal files, spreadsheets, and case reports
- Drafted and managed client case summaries
- Coordinated planning for the firm’s annual October roundtable event
- Assisted with social media management
President, Co-Founder & Webmaster
Youth Law Institute
Los Angeles, CA
01.2022 - 01.2025
- Founded organization through Columbia JSTEP to provide equitable legal education to youth
- Expanded impact to 35 U.S. states, 50 countries, with 1,000 active volunteers and 30,000 total learners
- Hosted in-person event in Hong Kong; promotional video garnered over 75,000 views
- Partnered with Gen Z for Change and Politics 4 Teens; hosted monthly seminars learning about different legal professions (e.g. Medical Malpractice, Constitutional Law, Employment Discrimination, etc.)
- Raised $1645 toward 501(c)(3) registration via GoFundMe.
Co-Lead of Special Projects
Meaningful Teens
01.2021 - 01.2025
- Co-led three major nonprofit projects: Lograr (2022), Kunnagisha (2022–Present), and Project Warriors (2023)
- Coordinated MT Debates program (2023–Present); collaborated with Oakland Warriors
- Provided tutoring in ESL and mathematics (140+ hours)
- Featured in CHS Courier, Foothills Focus, and AZ Family News
Co-President (Former VP of Administration)
Sunshine International Organization
01.2021 - 01.2024
- Tutored students in ESL, Biology, and Physics (180+ volunteer hours)
- Organized a five-day biology summer camp for 20 students (5-star reviews)
- Selected as Dr. Phil’s representative to promote the organization; featured alongside ACEing Autism
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Law, History, and Culture
University of Southern California
Los Angeles, CAHigh School Diploma -
Calabasas High School
Calabasas, CA06.2025
Skills
- Team collaboration
- Research proficiency
- Spreadsheet expertise
- Administrative tasks
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Russian
Native or Bilingual
Hebrew
Native or Bilingual
French
Professional Working
Timeline
CA Student Researcher
AP Research Project
01.2025 - 01.2025
Head Hostess
Marmalade Cafe
01.2024 - 01.2025
Cashier
Fresh Brothers Pizza
01.2024 - 01.2025
CA Student Intern
Pomerantz LLP
01.2023 - 01.2025
President, Co-Founder & Webmaster
Youth Law Institute
01.2022 - 01.2025
Co-Lead of Special Projects
Meaningful Teens
01.2021 - 01.2025
Co-President (Former VP of Administration)
Sunshine International Organization
01.2021 - 01.2024
Bachelor of Arts - Law, History, and Culture
University of Southern California
High School Diploma -
Calabasas High School