Law making and its upholding are two of the most important duties in any society. The attorneys help the government and the common people in this endeavor. Hence, ultimately they play quite an important role for the betterment of the society. An attorney essentially works in many fields. His sphere of working is not only limited to crime but there are many other diverse fields where he can be found working. In this sample resume, the applicant has got the requisite degree for practicing law and later he has also obtained work experience of about 8 years. One can use this resume for his/her own applications too.
Ellis Avery
135, Hopkins Avenue,
Delaware, DE, 38720
(287) 315-8413
ellis.avery@email.com
135, Hopkins Avenue,
Delaware, DE, 38720
(287) 315-8413
ellis.avery@email.com
EDUCATION
The University of Texas School of Law, Austin, Texas
J.D. expected May 2005
G.P.A.: B; Highest Grades: Criminal Law A+, Contracts A
Career Services Committee, student representative
Brown University, Providence, Rhode Island
Bachelor of Arts in Philosophy, May 1998
G.P.A.: 3.8, magna cum laude
University of Peru, Lima, Peru
Semester abroad, Spring 1997
Intense cultural and language immersion; all classes conducted in Spanish.
EXPERIENCE
Professor David M. Rabban The University of Texas School of Law
Research Assistant, Summer 2003
Researched constitutional law issues and drafted sections of a paper on the federal courts to be presented to the Appellate Law section of the American Bar Association.
Office of the Governor The State of Washington, Olympia, Washington
Legislative Intern, September 1998-May 2002
Researched transportation and public safety issues, prepared summaries of legislation for the Governor, and assisted the Governor's Executive Counsel.
Jasons, Zlots, Ozmun and Bradley, P.C., San Francisco, California
Intern, Summer 1998
Wrote winning motion for summary judgment in a suit related to land use issues. Assisted lead attorney in voir dire.
California English Program, San Francisco, California
Volunteer, Summer 1998
Coordinated weekly activities for groups of foreign students to provide them practice in conversational English.
Rhode Island Council on Family Violence, Providence, Rhode Island
Intern, October 1996-February 1998
Counseled crime victims and witnesses regarding their legal rights and protections.
COLLEGE ACTIVITIES
The University of Texas School of Law, Austin, Texas
J.D. expected May 2005
G.P.A.: B; Highest Grades: Criminal Law A+, Contracts A
Career Services Committee, student representative
Brown University, Providence, Rhode Island
Bachelor of Arts in Philosophy, May 1998
G.P.A.: 3.8, magna cum laude
University of Peru, Lima, Peru
Semester abroad, Spring 1997
Intense cultural and language immersion; all classes conducted in Spanish.
EXPERIENCE
Professor David M. Rabban The University of Texas School of Law
Research Assistant, Summer 2003
Researched constitutional law issues and drafted sections of a paper on the federal courts to be presented to the Appellate Law section of the American Bar Association.
Office of the Governor The State of Washington, Olympia, Washington
Legislative Intern, September 1998-May 2002
Researched transportation and public safety issues, prepared summaries of legislation for the Governor, and assisted the Governor's Executive Counsel.
Jasons, Zlots, Ozmun and Bradley, P.C., San Francisco, California
Intern, Summer 1998
Wrote winning motion for summary judgment in a suit related to land use issues. Assisted lead attorney in voir dire.
California English Program, San Francisco, California
Volunteer, Summer 1998
Coordinated weekly activities for groups of foreign students to provide them practice in conversational English.
Rhode Island Council on Family Violence, Providence, Rhode Island
Intern, October 1996-February 1998
Counseled crime victims and witnesses regarding their legal rights and protections.
COLLEGE ACTIVITIES
- Phi Beta Kappa
- Dean's List, all semesters
- Freedom Magazine, Editor-in-Chief, 1997-98; Sports Editor, 1996
- Brown Cycling Team, 1995-97
- Creative writing, climbing, fishing, film-making
- Volunteer work for Meals on Wheels
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