Bilingual Legislative and Legal Assistant

ANNE BRISTOL

West Palm Beach, FL ************@*****.*** linkedin.com/in/annebristol 561-***-**** SUMMARY

Bilingual (English/Haitian Creole) professional with hands-on experience in legislative and legal-adjacent environments, including case documentation, deadline tracking, and procedural research. Highly organized, detail-oriented, and skilled at managing multiple priorities in fast-paced, deadline-driven settings. Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with a track record of maintaining accurate records, confidentiality, and professionalism. Eager to bring strong organizational skills and bilingual client communication to a Paralegal/Legal Assistant role supporting workers' compensation case management from intake through settlement.

EDUCATION

Florida State University, Tallahassee, FL July 2026 B.S. in Political Science, Minor in Innovation; 3.61/4.0 GPA PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

Florida House of Representatives, Legislative Intern December 2025 – February 2026

• Supported legislative operations for a Florida House Representative during an active session, drafting materials and preparing briefings and documentation under tight deadlines.

• Tracked legislative schedules, hearings, and procedural timelines in a fast-paced governmental elected office

• Coordinated constituent and stakeholder communications and event logistics, supporting professional, confidential interactions.

Georgia Legislative Caucus, Legislative Intern June 2026 – Present

• Conduct research and analysis through the lens of legislative processes and public policy development, strengthening understanding of procedural and regulatory environments.

• Observe legislative sessions and committee proceedings, developing skills in documentation, tracking, and case-file organization.

Big Time Restaurant Group – Elisabetta's, Hostess February 2023

• Managed guest inquiries, scheduling, and special requests with professionalism and attention to detail, coordinating closely with staff to resolve issues efficiently.

Florida Federation of Business and Professional Women, Secretary June 2023 – Present

• Document board proceedings and manage organizational records, correspondence, and deadlines for executive leadership with a high level of accuracy and confidentiality.

• Serve as student liaison to the Board of Directors, supporting governance and strategic planning. Institute for Citizens & Scholars, Carnegie Young Leader. June 2025 – June 2026

• Collaborated with a multidisciplinary leadership team to develop “Agree to Disagree,” a civic engagement initiative promoting civil discourse and respectful dialogue within Florida State University and Tallahassee. FSU Student Agencies & Institutes, Political Education Chair. January 2025 – Present

• Lead a six-week cohort of 14 participants through seminars of writing letters to state and national legislators, voter registration and constitutional workshops, and hosted the Black Student Union Political Education Town hall featuring FL Michele Rayner & F.L. House Representative Ashley Gant.

• Volunteer campaigned for F.L. House Representative Allison Tant by registering local Tallahassee community to vote.

• Participated in the State of Black Florida Conference hosted by the Director of African American Studies to discuss research and political processes and outcomes affecting the Black community. SKILLS & CERTIFICATIONS

• Languages: Bilingual - English & Haitian Creole (Proficient Speaking)

• Legal & Case Support: Case File & Records Management; Deadline & Calendar Tracking; Documentation & Correspondence Preparation; Legislative & Procedural Research; Confidentiality & Discretion

• Interpersonal & Organizational: Client & Constituent Communication; Multi-Tasking in Fast-Paced Environments; Strong Attention to Detail; Reliable Under Minimal Supervision; Team Collaboration

• Technical: Microsoft Word & Excel; Data Entry & Documentation

• Collaborative Institutional Training Initiative (CITI) Certificate

• National Association of Student Personnel Administrators (NASPA) 12-Hour Certified Peer Educator Train

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