Benji Newman
@benjinewman
Law graduate with courtroom and case-preparation experience, seeking compliance, contract administration, or legal operations roles.
United StatesWhat I'm looking for
At Harris County District Attorney’s Office, I screened misdemeanor cases for probable cause, interviewed complainants, and assisted prosecutors with courtroom proceedings and trial support.
At Wright Gray Trial Lawyers, I drafted discovery requests, petitions, oppositions, and briefs, and conducted legal research to support attorney caseloads.
At Law Office of E. Renee Crenshaw, my research and deposition questions for a wrongful death action contributed to a $1.9 million settlement. I also communicated with clients about legal processes.
At Southeast Louisiana Legal Services, I assisted veterans seeking disability benefits by completing Social Security forms and researching statutes, case law, and policies. I’m seeking to apply my legal training in compliance, contract administration, legal operations, research, or paralegal support.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Summer Intern, Misdemeanor Department
Harris County District Attorney's Office
Jun 2024 - Jul 2024 (1 month)
Screened misdemeanor cases to establish probable cause and conducted complainant interviews on restitution, injury, and punishment. Assisted prosecutors with courtroom proceedings and trial support.
Law Clerk – Premises Liability, Slip & Fall, Motor Vehicle, Dog Bite
Wright Gray Trial Lawyers
Jan 2024 - Apr 2024 (3 months)
Drafted discovery requests, petitions, oppositions, and briefs with case-specific detail. Conducted in-depth legal research and analysis, prepared court documents, and communicated with clients.
Legal Intern – Family Law, Wrongful Death, Personal Injury, Race Discrimination
Law Office of E. Renee Crenshaw
May 2023 - Aug 2023 (3 months)
Conducted legal research and case law analysis and drafted deposition questions for a wrongful death action that contributed to a $1.9 million settlement. Managed client communications and participated in telephonic conferences on motions.
Law Clerk – Veterans and Innovative Projects Unit
Southeast Louisiana Legal Services
May 2023 - Jul 2023 (2 months)
Assisted veterans in obtaining disability benefits by completing Social Security forms and assembling research on statutes, case law, and policies. Conducted comprehensive legal research to support projects aimed at enhancing veteran services.
Legal Intern – Family Law / Personal Injury
Law Office of E. Renee Crenshaw
Aug 2017 - Oct 2019 (2 years 2 months)
Reviewed pleadings, interviewed potential clients, and observed trials and hearings alongside a family law and personal injury attorney. Prepared trial exhibit books, scheduled court dates, and coordinated with opposing counsel's staff.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
Loyola University New Orleans College of Law
Juris Doctor, Law
Activities and societies: Black Law Students Association, Member; Sports & Entertainment Law Society, Member
Juris Doctor degree from Loyola University New Orleans College of Law, completed in May 2025.
University of Houston
Bachelor of Arts, History
Activities and societies: Founder & Host, The Wave Radio Show at Coog Radio; Research Student Assistant, Empowering Feminism Project
Bachelor of Arts in History from the University of Houston, completed in July 2020.
Dallas College
Criminal Justice Studies, Criminal Justice Studies
Activities and societies: Men’s Basketball Team, Student Athlete
Criminal Justice Studies coursework at Dallas College, completed in June 2017.
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