Sofia Pulu
Goodyear
Summary
Highly motivated Legal Studies graduate with a strong foundation in legal principles and a passion for advocating justice. Skilled in analyzing complex legal issues and applying critical thinking skills to develop effective solutions. Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively in team-oriented environments. Committed to upholding ethical standards and delivering exceptional results in the pursuit of legal excellence.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Judicial Clerk
Maricopa County
08.2023 - Current
- Improved courtroom efficiency by training new clerks on court procedures, legal research techniques, and drafting methods.
- Ensured compliance with ethical standards within the courtroom by monitoring proceedings and reporting any concerns to the judge.
- Acted as liaison between court staff, parties involved in litigation, and other stakeholders to facilitate smooth operations within the judiciary system.
- Managed sensitive information with discretion, upholding confidentiality requirements and protecting the integrity of the judicial process.
- Maintained accurate records of court proceedings, ensuring easy access for future review or reference by judge and other legal professionals.
- Managed administrative duties such as filing documents, scheduling meetings and tracking case statuses.
- Managed complex caseloads, prioritizing tasks to ensure timely completion of all assignments.
Receptionist
TYR Tactical
03.2021 - 10.2022
- Greeted incoming visitors and customers professionally and provided friendly, knowledgeable assistance.
- Confirmed appointments, communicated with clients, and updated client records.
- Answered phone promptly and directed incoming calls to correct offices.
- Responded to inquiries from callers seeking information.
- Resolved customer problems and complaints.
- Corresponded with clients through email, telephone, or postal mail.
- Managed multiple tasks and met time-sensitive deadlines.
- Maintained confidentiality of information regarding clients and company.
- Provided clerical support to company employees by copying, faxing, and filing documents.
Military Police Officer
UNITED STATES AIR FORCE
08.2019 - 03.2020
- Supported office clerical functions using words processing and other software, email and office machines
- Followed all confidentially rules to preserve data quality and reduce chance for information compromise
- Responded to customer concerns and issues by problem solving and directing them to the correct individuals or providing the correct information
- Screened and verified visitors for identification credentials and purpose of visit to maintain security of personnel and office environment
- Followed security procedures, issued visitor badges, monitored logbooks and reported irregularities.
- Developed and maintained cooperative relationships with local, state and federal law enforcement agencies to support communication.
- Conducted searches of individuals, vehicles and premises.
Missile Military Police Officer
UNITED STATES AIR FORCE
02.2018 - 08.2019
- Delivered security on immediate response basis, which greatly reduced risk
- Elevated operations by resolving issues promptly and professionally
- Proactively identified and solved complex problems that impacted operations management and objectives
- Monitored and authorized access to restricted areas by employees and visitors to guard against theft and incursion
- Enforced military laws and regulations
- Saved time through effective emergency issue resolution
- Partnered with team members to implement service initiatives and achieve team objectives
- Provided 24 hour armed internal security for multiple events by monitoring security equipment
- Assessed alarms, investigated and reported suspicious activity, identified safety hazards
- Reported degradation deficiencies and accidents in accordance with current procedures and took appropriate corrective actions as directed by superiors
- Identified and analyzed threats, protected against radiological sabotage and handled nuclear emergency’s situations
- Patrolled Launch Facilities very day to look for suspicious activity.
Education
Associates degree - Paralegal Studies of Applied Science
American Public University System
Charles Town, WV10.2023
High School Diploma -
East Lansing High School
East Lansing, MI06.2017
Bachelor of Science - Legal Studies
American Military University
West Virginia 10-2024
Skills
- Legal research
- Document review
- Court filings
- Client communication
- Case management
- Criminal law
- Court session management
- File review
- Court practices and procedures
- Time management
Accomplishments
- I contributed to a base wide Nuclear Surety Inspection, for Malmstrom Air Force Base Montana back in August of 2019
- Our unit successfully accomplished the goal of passing this inspection
- We were expected to answer questions from inspectors, and also perform a wing level exercise to demonstrate our nuclear security abilities
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Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Judicial Clerk
Maricopa County
08.2023 - Current
Receptionist
TYR Tactical
03.2021 - 10.2022
Military Police Officer
UNITED STATES AIR FORCE
08.2019 - 03.2020
Missile Military Police Officer
UNITED STATES AIR FORCE
02.2018 - 08.2019
High School Diploma -
East Lansing High School
Associates degree - Paralegal Studies of Applied Science
American Public University System
Bachelor of Science - Legal Studies
American Military University
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