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Madison Self

@madisonself

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Aspiring attorney with a strong background in legal research and advocacy.

United States

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What I'm looking for

I am seeking a role that allows me to leverage my legal research skills while contributing to meaningful social justice initiatives.

I am a Juris Doctor candidate at the University of Missouri-Kansas City School of Law, where I have consistently achieved academic excellence, earning a place on the Dean's List. My passion for law is complemented by my involvement in various organizations, including Law Review and the IP Law Association, where I have honed my legal writing and analytical skills.

My professional experience includes serving as a Law Clerk at Ramboldt and Bramley, LLC, where I conducted legal research and drafted pleadings for ongoing cases. Additionally, I have worked as a Research Assistant, analyzing death row cases and presenting data to community partners. My commitment to social justice is evident through my volunteer work with Reaching Out from Within, where I help inmates develop essential life skills.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

Current

Research Assistant

Current

University of Missouri – Kansas City

Dec 2024 - Present (7 months)

Conducted research on current and ongoing death row cases. Entered and organized data into Excel spreadsheets.

Legal Research Data Entry Microsoft Excel

Law Clerk

Ramboldt and Bramley, LLC

Feb 2024 - Jul 2024 (5 months)

Conducted legal research and drafted pleadings for ongoing legal proceedings. Notated information on incoming discovery, identifying missing or inconsistent information.

Legal Research Discovery Management Legal Documentation Case Analysis

Law Clerk

Matteuzzi and Brooker, LLC

May 2023 - Aug 2023 (3 months)

Conducted legal research, including background research on legal topics, clients, and opposing parties. Summarized and condensed case files in preparation for trial.

Legal Research Trial Preparation Opposing Party Research

Research Assistant

Kansas City Police Department - Sex Crimes Unit

Jun 2020 - May 2021 (11 months)

Input and analyzed cases reported to the Kansas City Police Department. Presented accumulated data to community partners and prepared manuscripts for publication in peer-reviewed journals.

Data Analysis Case Management Public Speaking Research

Intern

Center for Conflict Resolution

Jun 2019 - Aug 2020 (1 year 2 months)

Input sensitive data into multiple analysis programs. Attended trainings on conflict styles and developed mediation skills.

Data Entry Data Analysis Conflict Resolution Médiation

Volunteer Intern

Reaching Out from Within

Mar 2019 - May 2024 (5 years 2 months)

Helped inmates develop interpersonal, communication, and coping skills. Gave presentations on program initiatives to schools as a program representative.

Interpersonal Skills Communication Skills Public Speaking Program Representation Conflict Resolution

House Manager

Aug 2015 - Aug 2022 (7 years)

Prioritized tasks in a timely and organized manner, maintained employer privacy, and filed official documents. Worked on Spanish language proficiency with children.

Prioritization Confidentiality Document Management Spanish Language

Education

Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework

University of Missouri-Kansas City School of Law

Juris Doctor, Law

Grade: Dean’s List Fall 2022 – Fall 2024

Activities and societies: Law Review, UMKC Emissary, IP Law Association, Criminal Law Society, AWLS

Currently pursuing a Juris Doctor degree with an anticipated graduation in May 2025. Recognized on the Dean's List from Fall 2022 to Fall 2024. Engaged in various activities including Law Review, UMKC Emissary, IP Law Association, Criminal Law Society, and AWLS.

Avila University

Bachelor of Arts, Psychology (Mental Health), Criminology and Justice Studies

Grade: Cum Laude, Dean’s List (Fall 2019 - Spring 2021)

Activities and societies: Psi Chi: International Honors Society of Psychology

Graduated Cum Laude with a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology (Mental Health) and Criminology and Justice Studies in May 2021. Consistently achieved Dean's List honors from Fall 2019 to Spring 2021. Participated in Psi Chi: International Honors Society of Psychology.