Esther Cletus

Aspiring Legal Professional | Law Student
Kajola phase ll road 10 ibeju lekki, 10001, Lagos, Nigeria.

About

Motivated and analytical Law Student with 1 year of experience in legal research, analysis, and case support, eager to secure a paid legal internship. Poised to leverage a strong academic foundation and practical skills to contribute effectively to a dynamic legal team and gain hands-on experience in legal practice.

Work

XYZ Legal Services
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Legal Assistant Intern

New York, NY, US

Summary

Supported legal professionals in case preparation and research, enhancing client outcomes and operational efficiency within a fast-paced legal environment.

Highlights

Conducted in-depth legal research across various jurisdictions, synthesizing findings into concise memos and reports to support case strategy for 20+ active cases.

Assisted senior attorneys with document review and organization for 15+ active cases, significantly improving efficiency in litigation preparation and discovery processes.

Drafted initial legal documents, including client correspondence, pleadings, and court filings, ensuring accuracy and strict adherence to procedural guidelines.

Managed and maintained confidential client files, implementing a new digital archiving system that reduced document retrieval times by 20% and enhanced data security.

Education

Prestigious University Law School
New York, NY, United States of America

Doctoral

Juris Doctor (J.D.)

Courses

Legal Research & Writing

Contract Law

Criminal Procedure

Constitutional Law

Torts

Civil Procedure

Languages

English

Skills

Legal Expertise

Legal Research, Legal Writing, Case Analysis, Contract Review, Regulatory Compliance, Litigation Support, Client Confidentiality, Pleadings.

Software & Tools

LexisNexis, Westlaw, Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint), Document Management Systems, Google Suite.

Core Competencies

Critical Thinking, Problem Solving, Strategic Communication, Attention to Detail, Time Management, Organizational Skills, Adaptability.