Vasyl Shkviruk
Glendale
Summary
Recent LLM graduate in Trial Advocacy and California Bar candidate (pending admission), with a strong international legal education, and a foundational background in IT system engineering. Trained in the U.S. and Ukrainian legal systems, with practical experience in litigation preparation, legal research, statutory interpretation, trial advocacy, and civil, and personal injury law. Skilled in drafting legal documents, working with clients, analyzing contracts, and navigating regulatory compliance. Proven ability to work across legal and technical domains, bringing a unique perspective to data privacy, intellectual property, and technology-driven legal challenges. Highly motivated to contribute to a dynamic legal team where analytical thinking, attention to detail, and a global perspective are valued.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Lagal Intern
Elman Joseph Law Group
02.2025 - 04.2025
- Provided support in drafting pleadings, motions, briefs, opinions and other legal documents.
- Collaborated with attorneys and paralegals on projects such as researching statutes, or preparing discovery responses.
- Summarized deposition transcripts, experts' opinions, medical bills, and identified key information relevant to cases.
- Assisted with document production requests from opposing counsels.
- Researched cases using LexisNexis and Westlaw databases for legal reference materials.
System Engineer
Riot Games
06.2021 - 04.2024
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to design and implement new systems to enhance efficiency and productivity.
- Extensive experience in implementing and supporting IT infrastructure projects, including server and storage upgrades.
- Proficient in administering and troubleshooting systems.
Transportation Services
Self-employed
01.2018 - 04.2021
- Managed a self-employed customer service business, consistently achieving high customer satisfaction ratings.
- Successfully operated a freelance transportation service, providing excellent customer service, and on-time delivery.
- Prioritized and organized tasks to efficiently accomplish service goals.
Lawyer
Femida Group
07.2015 - 05.2016
- Developed and implemented legal strategies to protect the interests of corporate clients.
- Conducted thorough legal research and analysis to draft convincing legal opinions and briefs.
Education
Master of Laws - Trial Advocacy
Chicago-Kent College of Law
Chicago, IL05.2025
PhD Candidate (ABD – All But Dissertation) - Political Sciences
Chernivtsi National University
Chernivtsi, Ukraine10.2015
Master of Law - undefined
National Academy of the Prosecutor's Office of Ukraine
06.2015
Specialist of Law (Equals to Master) - undefined
Chernivtsi National University
06.2013
Master of International Relations - undefined
Chernivtsi National University
06.2012
Bachelor of Law - undefined
Chernivtsi National University
06.2012
Bachelor of International Relations - undefined
Chernivtsi National University
06.2011
Skills
- Project management
- Legal research
- Critical thinking
- Legal Writing
- Problem solving
- Self motivated
- Trial advocacy
- System engineering
Websites
LANGUAGES
English
Ukrainian
Russian
Timeline
Lagal Intern
Elman Joseph Law Group
02.2025 - 04.2025
System Engineer
Riot Games
06.2021 - 04.2024
Transportation Services
Self-employed
01.2018 - 04.2021
Lawyer
Femida Group
07.2015 - 05.2016
Master of Law - undefined
National Academy of the Prosecutor's Office of Ukraine
Specialist of Law (Equals to Master) - undefined
Chernivtsi National University
Master of International Relations - undefined
Chernivtsi National University
Bachelor of Law - undefined
Chernivtsi National University
Bachelor of International Relations - undefined
Chernivtsi National University
Master of Laws - Trial Advocacy
Chicago-Kent College of Law
PhD Candidate (ABD – All But Dissertation) - Political Sciences
Chernivtsi National University