Madison Leonhardt
Law Student
Castaic
Summary
Professional legal candidate with solid background in legal research, drafting, and analysis. Known for effective collaboration with teams to achieve results and adapt to changing needs. Strong skills in legal writing, critical thinking, and problem-solving, combined with high standard of integrity and reliability. Ready to contribute to complex legal challenges with focus on impactful outcomes.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Certified Law Student
Immigration and Deportation Defense Clinic
08.2024 - Current
- Directly represented client(s) before the immigration court.
- Interviewed clients, conducted legal research, and wrote motions.
- Appeared before immigration court judges for Master Calendar Hearings pursuing relief options.
- Conducted client interviews and drafted declaration in support of application for relief such as asylum.
- Organized and participated in a pro se asylum clinic, for asylum seekers, and assisting them in completing and filing their asylum application in court.
- Managed case organization from state to finish, developing time management, case tracking, and documentation skills essential for effective legal practice.
Legal Intern
Law Offices of Steffanie Stelnick
06.2023 - 08.2024
- Prepared, filed, and served Discovery, Case Management Statements, Notice to Appear, Notice of Ruling, Demand Letters.
- Attended court proceedings and prepared summaries on cases.
- Performed legal research, drafting memoranda and Motions.
- Updated clients regularly on case progress through written correspondence or phone calls under attorney supervision; maintaining excellent communications that resulted in satisfied clients.
Intern
Citrus Heights Police Department
02.2020 - 04.2020
- Assigned to both Sworn and Civilian Management Staff.
- Assisted Dispatch Unit, Records Unit, Sergeant on a special project.
- Sorted and organized files, spreadsheets, and reports.
Education
J.D. -
Western State College of Law
Irvine, CA 05.2001 -
Master of Science - Criminal Justice
William Jessup University
Rocklin, CA 05.2001 -
Skills
Legal research
Client relations
Legal writing
Adaptability and flexibility
Teamwork and collaboration
Legal document preparation
Timeline
Certified Law Student
Immigration and Deportation Defense Clinic
08.2024 - Current
Legal Intern
Law Offices of Steffanie Stelnick
06.2023 - 08.2024
Intern
Citrus Heights Police Department
02.2020 - 04.2020
J.D. -
Western State College of Law
05.2001 -
Master of Science - Criminal Justice
William Jessup University
05.2001 -
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