JORGE VELAZQUEZ
Los Angeles
Summary
Ambitious and forward-thinking individual with a fervent interest in pursuing a career in law. Driven by a desire to advocate for others and uphold the principles of fairness and equity, I am ready to immerse myself in the rigors of law school and emerge as a dedicated and competent legal professional.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Executive Assistant
Protection Law Group, LLP
El Segundo
07.2024 - Current
- Assisted in developing policies and procedures pertaining to office administration matters.
- Coordinated meeting and work schedules for staff teams and executives.
- Reviewed and prepared legal documents, such as contracts, pleadings, motions, briefs, memoranda of law and discovery requests.
Legal Assistant
Immigration Center For Women And Children
Los Angeles
10.2023 - 07.2024
- Enhance client satisfaction with efficient scheduling and coordination of appointments, meetings, and conferences.
- Streamline legal processes by drafting and proofreading documents, ensuring accuracy, and timely completion.
- Support multiple attorneys simultaneously by efficiently prioritizing tasks according to urgency, or deadline requirements.
Youth Counselor
Bruin Guardian Scholars Academy
Los Angeles
09.2022 - 08.2023
- Facilitated goal-setting workshops for positive future planning, supporting academic and personal achievements.
- Managed crises effectively using de-escalation techniques, prioritizing safety while addressing underlying emotional triggers for each incident.
- Developed strong rapport with youths, fostering open communication and trust for effective counseling sessions.
Intern
Mozaic LLC
Beverly Hills
02.2022 - 05.2022
- Streamlined office processes for improved efficiency and time management through regular organization and filing.
- Supported staff members in their daily tasks, reducing workload burden and allowing for increased focus on higher-priority assignments.
- Completed research, compiled data, updated spreadsheets, and produced timely reports.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Double Major in Political Science & Public Affairs
University of California - Los Angeles
Los Angeles, CA06.2023
High School Diploma -
Animo Leadership Charter High School
Inglewood, CA06.2019
Skills
- Bilingual
- Document Preparation
- Client service and support
- Exceptional telephone etiquette
Timeline
Executive Assistant
Protection Law Group, LLP
07.2024 - Current
Legal Assistant
Immigration Center For Women And Children
10.2023 - 07.2024
Youth Counselor
Bruin Guardian Scholars Academy
09.2022 - 08.2023
Intern
Mozaic LLC
02.2022 - 05.2022
Bachelor of Arts - Double Major in Political Science & Public Affairs
University of California - Los Angeles
High School Diploma -
Animo Leadership Charter High School
Similar Profiles
Nina LimonNina Limon
Executive Assistant to Managing Director at Protection Law Group, LLPExecutive Assistant to Managing Director at Protection Law Group, LLP
Lesley ZimmerLesley Zimmer
LEGAL ASSISTANT at GNAU AND TAMEZ LAW GROUP, LLPLEGAL ASSISTANT at GNAU AND TAMEZ LAW GROUP, LLP
Julien Benicy-RouxelJulien Benicy-Rouxel
Legal Assistant Intern at CBR Law Group, LLPLegal Assistant Intern at CBR Law Group, LLP
Malasha SmithMalasha Smith
NA at Starbucks, BaristaNA at Starbucks, Barista
Deshawn DuncanDeshawn Duncan
Camp Counselor at Camp Ubuntu/Harold Robinson FoundationCamp Counselor at Camp Ubuntu/Harold Robinson Foundation