RUBY BRANN
Boston
Summary
Boston College graduate in Applied Psychology and Human Development with professional experience in a fast-paced legal environment at Sidley Austin LLP. Currently transitioning toward clinical social work and seeking to build foundational skills in active listening and emotional support through peer support volunteer work.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Corporate Project Assistant
Sidley Austin
Boston, MA
08.2024 - Current
- Coordinated project timelines and deliverables to ensure alignment with client expectations.
- Assisted in drafting and editing legal documents for accuracy and compliance.
- Maintained comprehensive project documentation to support audit readiness and transparency.
- Managed scheduling logistics for meetings, ensuring all stakeholders were informed and prepared.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to streamline processes and enhance communication efficiency.
Administrative Assistant
Boston College Office of University Advancement
Boston, MA
07.2023 - 04.2024
- Conducted data entry tasks into various systems accurately and efficiently
- Assisted with the development of marketing materials, such as flyers and brochures, for recruitment efforts
- Performed administrative duties such as filing documents or sending mailings when needed
- Collaborated with colleagues across departments in order to optimize outreach efforts
- Researched inquiries using internal databases and other sources of information to provide accurate answers
Research Intern
Boston College Law: Innocence Project
Boston, MA
04.2023 - 08.2023
- Collaborated on a study to draft new eyewitness instructions for MA Supreme Court, enhancing trial accuracy
- Created detailed reports summarizing the findings from various research studies
- Contributed to the writing and editing of research papers, reports, and presentations
- Utilized problem solving skills to identify potential risks associated with projects and implemented strategies to mitigate them
Legal Intern
The Volkov Law Group
12.2022 - 04.2023
- Collaborated with paralegals on projects such as researching statutes or preparing discovery responses
- Assisted with document production requests from opposing counsels
- Researched cases using LexisNexis and Westlaw databases for legal reference materials
- Conducted research on relevant laws, regulations and court decisions
- Assisted attorneys with trial preparation activities such as witness interviews and deposition summaries
Legal Assistant
The Volkov Law Group
05.2022 - 08.2022
- Provided administrative support to attorneys by managing calendars; scheduling appointments; organizing files; preparing correspondence; and filing court documents
- Assisted with document production and deposition preparation
- Updated databases with new information received from attorneys
- Proofread drafts of legal documents for accuracy in grammar and punctuation
- Researched case law, statutes, regulations and other legal authorities to support assigned tasks
Education
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.): Applied Psychology And Human Development - Policy, Advocacy, Community Change
Boston College
05.2024
Skills
- Client advocacy
- Professional ethics
- Records maintenance
- Case management
- Records management
Timeline
Corporate Project Assistant
Sidley Austin
08.2024 - Current
Administrative Assistant
Boston College Office of University Advancement
07.2023 - 04.2024
Research Intern
Boston College Law: Innocence Project
04.2023 - 08.2023
Legal Intern
The Volkov Law Group
12.2022 - 04.2023
Legal Assistant
The Volkov Law Group
05.2022 - 08.2022
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.): Applied Psychology And Human Development - Policy, Advocacy, Community Change
Boston College