Xavia Gamboa
EDUCATION:
Syracuse University College of Law Syracuse, NY
Juris Doctor May 2019
Activities: Dean�s List Fall 2018; Senior Associate Editor - Journal of Global Rights and Organizations; Syrian Accountability Project
Pepperdine University Malibu, CA
Bachelor of Science in International Studies, Specialization: International Management, May 2016
Minor: Italian
Activities: Italian Honor Society; Study Abroad in Florence, Italy; Advocate at Florence Listening Summit; Alpha Phi Sorority
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE:
Coastal Kitchen, Dana Point, CA
Bartender/Server, September 2019 � Present
� Built rapport with clientele to ensure their business and return.
� Enhanced interpersonal skills by engaging in active listening and effectively interacting with clients.
� Maintained menu and wine knowledge to enhance client�s experience.
� Problem solved customer relations issues.
� Engaged in multitasking skills by engaging with clients, creating cocktails, taking orders, ringing orders in, and restocking bar throughout one shift.
Children�s Rights and Family Law Clinic, Syracuse NY
Student Attorney, August 2018-May 2019
� Represented children and families in state court in domestic violence, child custody, and immigration status.
� Engaged in case management and trial preparation, including: discovery, scheduling, witness preparation, cross/direct examination, and closing/opening statements
� Drafted and argued a variety of motions on behalf of clients in court.
� Used Westlaw and LexisNexis to conduct extensive research regarding family law issues.
� Analyzed and summarized necessary legal arguments and law to brainstorm solutions for clients.
New Justice Conflict Resolution Services, Syracuse NY
Child Custody Mediator, August 2018-May 2019
� Facilitated child custody and visitation mediations.
� Conversed with disputants to ensure a mutually acceptable solution.
� Read intake report to strategize best communication tactic for disputants.
� Drafted mediation agreements to be submitted to the court for approval.
Huntington Learning Center, Syracuse NY
Academic Tutor, September 2018-May 2019
� Worked with students of all ages and abilities to improve their grades and build lifetime skills.
� Empowered students with study skills and confidence to enhance their learning.
� Tutored in ACT/SAT subjects to ensure academic success.
Law Offices of Fernando Romo, Los Angeles CA
Immigration Law Clerk, May 2018-August 2018
� Composed a variety of legal memos to be submitted to supervising attorneys.
� Assisted in the preparation of immigration applications, and compiling evidentiary packets.
� Gathered and organized information to draft I-601 waivers for submission.
� Attended and observed several Immigration Court hearings
� Appeared before Immigration Judges at Master Calendar Hearings on behalf of clients.
Law Offices of Mark Miller, San Diego CA
Bankruptcy and Personal Injury Law Clerk, May 2017-August 2017
� Assisted clients with filing bankruptcy forms.
� Learned about Chapter 7 and 11 bankruptcy petitions.
� Completed filing, shredding, and copying of case files.
� Investigated insurances and doctors to provide expert witness testimony.
� Aided in the preparation of negotiations with opposing counsel.
Pepperdine University, Malibu CA
Academic Tutor, September 2015-February 2016
� Tutored Pepperdine athletes in various courses such as, Political Science, American History, Religion, and Italian.
� Clarified questions and ambiguities regarding the courses.
� Utilized test and quiz grades as a mechanism to monitor students' progress.
COMMUNITY INVOLVEMENT:
Project Serve: Outreach 360, Nicaragua
Volunteer, Spring 2015
� Traveled to disadvantaged area in Nicaragua to teach English to children.
� Planned daily lessons and prepared assignments for students.
� Mentored the children in the community about the importance of education.
Big Brother Big Sister, Florence, Italy
Volunteer, September 2013-May 2014
� Created one-to-one mentoring relationships to empower children
� Built rapport with various youth
� Engaged in lesson planning to maintain youth�s engagement in sessions
SKILLS:
� Beginner proficiency in Italian
� Westlaw and LexisNexis
� TimeMatters System
� Microsoft Excel
� Microsoft Word
� Microsoft Outlook
EDUCATION:
Syracuse University College of Law Syracuse, NY
Juris Doctor May 2019
Activities: Dean�s List Fall 2018; Senior Associate Editor - Journal of Global Rights and Organizations; Syrian Accountability Project
Pepperdine University Malibu, CA
Bachelor of Science in International Studies, Specialization: International Management, May 2016
Minor: Italian
Activities: Italian Honor Society; Study Abroad in Florence, Italy; Advocate at Florence Listening Summit; Alpha Phi Sorority
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE:
Coastal Kitchen, Dana Point, CA
Bartender/Server, September 2019 � Present
� Built rapport with clientele to ensure their business and return.
� Enhanced interpersonal skills by engaging in active listening and effectively interacting with clients.
� Maintained menu and wine knowledge to enhance client�s experience.
� Problem solved customer relations issues.
� Engaged in multitasking skills by engaging with clients, creating cocktails, taking orders, ringing orders in, and restocking bar throughout one shift.
Children�s Rights and Family Law Clinic, Syracuse NY
Student Attorney, August 2018-May 2019
� Represented children and families in state court in domestic violence, child custody, and immigration status.
� Engaged in case management and trial preparation, including: discovery, scheduling, witness preparation, cross/direct examination, and closing/opening statements
� Drafted and argued a variety of motions on behalf of clients in court.
� Used Westlaw and LexisNexis to conduct extensive research regarding family law issues.
� Analyzed and summarized necessary legal arguments and law to brainstorm solutions for clients.
New Justice Conflict Resolution Services, Syracuse NY
Child Custody Mediator, August 2018-May 2019
� Facilitated child custody and visitation mediations.
� Conversed with disputants to ensure a mutually acceptable solution.
� Read intake report to strategize best communication tactic for disputants.
� Drafted mediation agreements to be submitted to the court for approval.
Huntington Learning Center, Syracuse NY
Academic Tutor, September 2018-May 2019
� Worked with students of all ages and abilities to improve their grades and build lifetime skills.
� Empowered students with study skills and confidence to enhance their learning.
� Tutored in ACT/SAT subjects to ensure academic success.
Law Offices of Fernando Romo, Los Angeles CA
Immigration Law Clerk, May 2018-August 2018
� Composed a variety of legal memos to be submitted to supervising attorneys.
� Assisted in the preparation of immigration applications, and compiling evidentiary packets.
� Gathered and organized information to draft I-601 waivers for submission.
� Attended and observed several Immigration Court hearings
� Appeared before Immigration Judges at Master Calendar Hearings on behalf of clients.
Law Offices of Mark Miller, San Diego CA
Bankruptcy and Personal Injury Law Clerk, May 2017-August 2017
� Assisted clients with filing bankruptcy forms.
� Learned about Chapter 7 and 11 bankruptcy petitions.
� Completed filing, shredding, and copying of case files.
� Investigated insurances and doctors to provide expert witness testimony.
� Aided in the preparation of negotiations with opposing counsel.
Pepperdine University, Malibu CA
Academic Tutor, September 2015-February 2016
� Tutored Pepperdine athletes in various courses such as, Political Science, American History, Religion, and Italian.
� Clarified questions and ambiguities regarding the courses.
� Utilized test and quiz grades as a mechanism to monitor students' progress.
COMMUNITY INVOLVEMENT:
Project Serve: Outreach 360, Nicaragua
Volunteer, Spring 2015
� Traveled to disadvantaged area in Nicaragua to teach English to children.
� Planned daily lessons and prepared assignments for students.
� Mentored the children in the community about the importance of education.
Big Brother Big Sister, Florence, Italy
Volunteer, September 2013-May 2014
� Created one-to-one mentoring relationships to empower children
� Built rapport with various youth
� Engaged in lesson planning to maintain youth�s engagement in sessions
SKILLS:
� Beginner proficiency in Italian
� Westlaw and LexisNexis
� TimeMatters System
� Microsoft Excel
� Microsoft Word
� Microsoft Outlook