Ariel Yafeh

• Assist at a CPA firm, shadowing a certified public accountant, and learning core aspects of tax and financial services.
• Support basic tax preparation, including organizing documents, and helping input information for client returns.
• Prepare simple financial reports for clients under supervision, gaining exposure to budgeting and financial planning.
• Improve personal financial literacy and responsibility by learning how to file my own taxes, and manage money wisely.
• Continue to help at the firm during busy periods, providing additional administrative and client support as needed.

• Volunteer with the Los Angeles Mission, helping to support homeless individuals in the Los Angeles area.
• Assist with donating funds, assembling care packages, and making sandwiches for distribution, reinforcing my commitment to empathy and community service.

Volunteer with Heal the Bay, participating in ongoing beach cleanups at Santa Monica and Will Rogers to remove trash and protect local marine environments

• Conducted legal research to support case preparation and client inquiries.
• Assisted in drafting legal documents and correspondence for attorney review.
• Supported the litigation and settlement team by reviewing records, drafting concise case summaries, and helping prepare discovery responses, demand packages, and mediation materials.

• Volunteer at the YMCA Teen Center, mentoring underprivileged teens through games, activities, and positive leadership
• Help create a safe, supportive space where teens can socialize, build confidence, and develop teamwork skills

• Drafted and revised personal injury demand letters, synthesizing medical records, billing, and liability facts into clear, persuasive narratives for settlement.
• Reviewed medical records and billing to build accurate treatment timelines and clarify key damages for negotiations and mediations.
• Communicated with attorneys, clients, and providers to gather missing information, confirm details, and keep files organized and up to date.
• Trained and supervised new interns, walking them through firm workflows, shadowing their first assignments, and checking their work for accuracy and completeness.

• Conducted legal research to support case preparation and client inquiries.
• Reviewed case files for relevant information to aid in trial preparation.
• Assisted in case management by organizing files and maintaining accurate records.
• Assisted in collecting client information and Medical records for constructing demands.

• Supported a high-performing real estate team with daily operations, client communication, and transaction coordination.
• Organized and updated client files; prepared basic documents, and spreadsheets for active listings and deals.
• Assisted with scheduling showings and meetings, ensuring smooth logistics for agents and clients.
• Handled sensitive information responsibly while maintaining professionalism in a client-focused environment.
• Prioritized multiple tasks under time pressure, strengthening attention to detail, reliability, and communication skills.

• Provided friendly, attentive service in a busy, family-style Lebanese restaurant, serving authentic Mediterranean, halal dishes.
• Greeted guests, took dine-in orders, and coordinated with the kitchen to ensure accurate and timely service.
• Managed phone and online takeout orders, and carefully packed meals to ensure all items were included.
• Monitored, cleared, and reset tables to keep the dining area clean and service running smoothly.
• Completed end-of-shift closing duties, including cleaning and restocking, while maintaining strong organization and attention to detail in a fast-paced, customer-focused environment.

Part-time referee with AYSO, officiating youth soccer games and maintaining a fair, structured, and positive environment for players
Enforced rules, managed game flow, and informally coached young goalkeepers, strengthening my leadership, communication, and ability to work with children

• Coached kids ages 9–12 as goalkeepers, teaching technical skills, positioning, and in-game decision-making
• Emphasized leadership, confidence, teamwork, and consistent effort in both practices and games

• Created and managed an NFT collection called Heart Club during COVID-19, handling coding, digital design, and sales.
• I built a small online community with a friend, learning how to manage a brand, engage buyers, and run a self-directed project for profit.

• Acted as a liaison between clients and city officials by supporting the permit approval process and handling administrative tasks.
• Answered phones, scheduled appointments, and completed paperwork to keep daily operations running smoothly.
• Visited client locations to help verify site conditions and ensure compliance with city requirements.
• Assisted the founder and owner, Roy Hasson, in gaining insight into high-level client management and business operations.

• Participated in a leadership advisor program, mentoring younger students on communication, confidence, and responsibility.
• I developed my own leadership skills by modeling the values I taught, and supporting others as they built theirs.