Alexander Cervantes
6680 Del Playa Dr., Unit A Isla Vista, CA 93117 (650) 339-0048 [email protected]
SUMMARY OF SKILLS
· Language: Bilingual English and Spanish, spoken and written
· Communication: Training, tutoring, and advisory experience
· Technical: Proficient in Microsoft Office Word, PowerPoint, and Excel
EDUCATION
University of California, Santa Barbara (UCSB) June 2015
Bachelor of Arts, Political Science: International Relations
Professional Writing Minor: Writing and Civic Engagement
Universidad Complutense de Madrid (UCM) Oct 2014 – Jan 2015
Business and Spanish
Legal Experience
Court Intern Feb 2015 – Present
Santa Barbara Superior Court Santa Barbara, CA
· Gained exposure to the field of judicial administration working with Honorable Judge Brian Hill
· Observed criminal court proceedings and legal discussion in Chambers
· Performed background research of legal questions for briefings
Legal Intern Jan 2014 – Jun 2014
UCSB Associated Students Legal Resource Center Isla Vista, CA
· Held intake sessions for UCSB students with legal issues
· Worked closely with the LRC attorney and case worker and assisted them in various projects
· Performed extensive research concerning legal questions
· Familiar with court processes by attending multiple proceedings: Small Claims, Traffic, and Criminal
· Acted as an advisor for students who had uncomplicated and commonplace legal issues
Corporate Law Firm Intern Jul 2012 – Aug 2012
ZentLaw Sunnyvale, CA
· Did extensive research and wrote briefs, assisting with the ongoing cases the firm was working on
· Interacted with Silicon Valley’s esteemed lawyers and attorneys in different fields, gaining knowledge and an understanding about the profession
· Assisted in the establishment of a start-up company envisioned by the lead attorney, where I designed the email and notification structures and attended various meetings as a note taker
· Learned numerous marketing and design skills, as well as the legal writing involved with creating a new company
Criminal Defense Lawyer’s Assistant Jul 2012 – Aug 2012
Dunning Law Firm: Mario José Jovel San Francisco, CA
· Shadowed a previous Assistant District Attorney of San Francisco in-and-out-of the courthouse and learned the legal process at work first-hand
· Handled and organized important documents and briefs throughout court meetings and trials
· Interacted with the attorney’s clients, explaining what will occur in court and how they are expected to perform
LEADERSHIP EXPERIENCE
Volunteer Karate/Kung-Fu Instructor Dec 2007 – Aug 2009
International Self Defense Institute San Mateo, CA
· Helped build the confidence, discipline, focus, and health of children and adults
· Assisted in helping students face challenges dealing with peer pressure, bullying, stress, and time management to succeed in school and in life
· Trained and taught students essentials in self-defense, and also how the discipline they learned could be put to use in other areas of their life
WORK EXPERIENCE
Office Clerk for Human Resources Dept Jul 2013 – Aug 2013
Littler Mendelson: Employment and Labor Law Solutions Worldwide San Francisco, CA
· Performed necessary clerical duties including filing and indexing
· Operated office machinery and tools such as copier and fax machine proficiently
· Typed and proofread outgoing correspondence
· Performed additional general office duties such as assisting staff with their specific work when required
· Greatly improved the status of the file room and alleviated file pressure on staff
Head Lifeguard Sept 2011 – Aug 2012
Highlands Recreation Center San Mateo, CA
· Interfaced with customers, in person and on the phone, and answered questions regarding swimming lessons, entrance fees, and the facility itself
· Ensured guest satisfaction through problem solving and excellent customer service
· Supervised and trained new lifeguards and employees on cashier and customer service protocol, custodial services, safety standards, lifeguard duties, and the company mission
· Able to think under pressure and react accordingly to provide a safe and social environment for patrons
SUMMARY OF SKILLS
· Language: Bilingual English and Spanish, spoken and written
· Communication: Training, tutoring, and advisory experience
· Technical: Proficient in Microsoft Office Word, PowerPoint, and Excel
EDUCATION
University of California, Santa Barbara (UCSB) June 2015
Bachelor of Arts, Political Science: International Relations
Professional Writing Minor: Writing and Civic Engagement
Universidad Complutense de Madrid (UCM) Oct 2014 – Jan 2015
Business and Spanish
Legal Experience
Court Intern Feb 2015 – Present
Santa Barbara Superior Court Santa Barbara, CA
· Gained exposure to the field of judicial administration working with Honorable Judge Brian Hill
· Observed criminal court proceedings and legal discussion in Chambers
· Performed background research of legal questions for briefings
Legal Intern Jan 2014 – Jun 2014
UCSB Associated Students Legal Resource Center Isla Vista, CA
· Held intake sessions for UCSB students with legal issues
· Worked closely with the LRC attorney and case worker and assisted them in various projects
· Performed extensive research concerning legal questions
· Familiar with court processes by attending multiple proceedings: Small Claims, Traffic, and Criminal
· Acted as an advisor for students who had uncomplicated and commonplace legal issues
Corporate Law Firm Intern Jul 2012 – Aug 2012
ZentLaw Sunnyvale, CA
· Did extensive research and wrote briefs, assisting with the ongoing cases the firm was working on
· Interacted with Silicon Valley’s esteemed lawyers and attorneys in different fields, gaining knowledge and an understanding about the profession
· Assisted in the establishment of a start-up company envisioned by the lead attorney, where I designed the email and notification structures and attended various meetings as a note taker
· Learned numerous marketing and design skills, as well as the legal writing involved with creating a new company
Criminal Defense Lawyer’s Assistant Jul 2012 – Aug 2012
Dunning Law Firm: Mario José Jovel San Francisco, CA
· Shadowed a previous Assistant District Attorney of San Francisco in-and-out-of the courthouse and learned the legal process at work first-hand
· Handled and organized important documents and briefs throughout court meetings and trials
· Interacted with the attorney’s clients, explaining what will occur in court and how they are expected to perform
LEADERSHIP EXPERIENCE
Volunteer Karate/Kung-Fu Instructor Dec 2007 – Aug 2009
International Self Defense Institute San Mateo, CA
· Helped build the confidence, discipline, focus, and health of children and adults
· Assisted in helping students face challenges dealing with peer pressure, bullying, stress, and time management to succeed in school and in life
· Trained and taught students essentials in self-defense, and also how the discipline they learned could be put to use in other areas of their life
WORK EXPERIENCE
Office Clerk for Human Resources Dept Jul 2013 – Aug 2013
Littler Mendelson: Employment and Labor Law Solutions Worldwide San Francisco, CA
· Performed necessary clerical duties including filing and indexing
· Operated office machinery and tools such as copier and fax machine proficiently
· Typed and proofread outgoing correspondence
· Performed additional general office duties such as assisting staff with their specific work when required
· Greatly improved the status of the file room and alleviated file pressure on staff
Head Lifeguard Sept 2011 – Aug 2012
Highlands Recreation Center San Mateo, CA
· Interfaced with customers, in person and on the phone, and answered questions regarding swimming lessons, entrance fees, and the facility itself
· Ensured guest satisfaction through problem solving and excellent customer service
· Supervised and trained new lifeguards and employees on cashier and customer service protocol, custodial services, safety standards, lifeguard duties, and the company mission
· Able to think under pressure and react accordingly to provide a safe and social environment for patrons