For my internship I had the pleasure of working at Alpha Omega Law Firm, a private law firm that offers sophisticated regional practices in such key areas as adult and juvenile criminal defense, liquidation and creditors ' rights; family law litigation; consumer debt, contracts, and personal liability. Throughout my internship I was required to provide support for all aspects of litigation cases and matters managed by associates, attorneys, and third party affiliates. My primary responsibilities under the direct supervision of an attorney were tailored in the areas of document handing, database management, file creation, and research which included categorizing literature and merging schedules for both clients and attorneys. One of the
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Members of the firm believed in ensuring the sprit of fairness, honesty, and equality was not only taught but followed religiously. On several occasions after successful interviews with potential clients and obtaining hefty retainer fees, the firm would advise me to return the funds to client, no questions asked. While initially this practice was odd to me, it helped me to feel connected with the firm and better understand the culture that all money isn’t good money, especially when your knowingly charging underprivileged individuals for your talent rather than your …show more content…
• Time management and consistence are essential.
• Setting short goals are necessary for me to push myself.
• Shortcuts taken today will soon become detrimental when least expected.
These important tidbits were all learned though effective feedback. The critique I received from colleagues, clients, and other members of the courtroom system greatly enhanced my growth. While at times I found it
It was challenging to present ideas and suggestions to others and hear what I perceived as negative opinions about it, I quickly realized that whether their comments were positive or negative, the intent was to help me become more capable and effective. I believe going forward these experiences will remind me to remain open minded and taught me that effectively critiquing other while avoiding miscommunication is essential to my
Members of the firm believed in ensuring the sprit of fairness, honesty, and equality was not only taught but followed religiously. On several occasions after successful interviews with potential clients and obtaining hefty retainer fees, the firm would advise me to return the funds to client, no questions asked. While initially this practice was odd to me, it helped me to feel connected with the firm and better understand the culture that all money isn’t good money, especially when your knowingly charging underprivileged individuals for your talent rather than your …show more content…
• Time management and consistence are essential.
• Setting short goals are necessary for me to push myself.
• Shortcuts taken today will soon become detrimental when least expected.
These important tidbits were all learned though effective feedback. The critique I received from colleagues, clients, and other members of the courtroom system greatly enhanced my growth. While at times I found it
It was challenging to present ideas and suggestions to others and hear what I perceived as negative opinions about it, I quickly realized that whether their comments were positive or negative, the intent was to help me become more capable and effective. I believe going forward these experiences will remind me to remain open minded and taught me that effectively critiquing other while avoiding miscommunication is essential to my