LaShondra C. Jones
Memphis, TN **127
abj524@r.postjobfree.com
Education
Southern University, Baton Rouge, LA
JD/MPA (30 credit hours)
University of Memphis, Memphis, TN
Master of Liberal Arts (Urban Politics) - May 2005
University of Memphis, Memphis, TN
Bachelor of Paralegal Studies - May 2003
Experience
General Motors Automobile Company Sept 2009 - Present
Chairman of Veterans Committee, UAW 2060
. Facilitate veterans services for local union of Fortune 500 Company
. Ensure inbound products are properly stored
Impact/CareerBuilders, Baton Rouge, LA February
2008 - May 2008
Mentor/ Lead Facilitator (Iberville Parish School System)
. Supervised eight employees in rural area school system
. Implemented lessons for school children in after-school program
. Mentored students with learning challenges and self-esteem issues
Shelby County Attorney's Office, Memphis, TN September
2005 - August 2007
Paralegal
. Conducted legal research for assigned attorneys
. Filed court papers; processed summons and subpoenas
. Drafted memoranda and pleadings
. Proofread and edited pleadings and correspondence for attorneys
United States Postal Service Legal Department, Memphis, TN March 2004 -
March 2005
Legal Secretary
. Assisted postal service attorneys with daily office and travel needs
. Typed and mailed correspondence to clients and opposing counsel
. Interacted with clients via phone, correspondence, etc.
Federal Express Memphis, TN July 1998 - February
2004
Courier/Package Handler
. Ensured that outbound packages were on the correct belt
. Deliveries/Pick-ups for businesses and residents
Unites States Marine Corps, Camp Pendleton, CA January
1994 - January 1998
Radio Operator
. Ensured communication was ongoing during operations
. Led training for troops in platoon
Skills
. Proficient in Microsoft Software (Word, Excel, PowerPoint,
Outlook,etc.)
. Winner of Scholarship at Univ Of Memphis based on writing essay
. Internship with Judge D'Army Bailey, 6th circuit court judge
. Law clerkship with Law Office of Attorney Julian Bolton