Sonto Okam
Malden
Summary
Motivated project coordinator with a focus on enhancing access to justice for domestic violence survivors and individuals facing immigration challenges. Committed to leveraging strong interpersonal skills, effective time management, and problem solving abilities in a full time role within the legal field. Dedicated to making a meaningful impact on vulnerable populations while pursuing continuous professional development.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Project Coordinator
Marrakech - Academy for Human Service Training
New Haven, CT
06.2024 - 08.2025
- Collaborated with case managers to facilitate job training programs for students pursuing careers in Human Services.
- Developed informative presentations to support student learning initiatives. and executed programs for students.
- Supported students in securing job placements with partner organizations.
- Conducted recruitment efforts to identify and secure organizations interested in joining as members.
Legal Projects Coordinator
Connecticut Coalition Against Domestic Violence
Glastonbury, CT
06.2023 - 06.2024
- Managed pro bono restraining order and family law legal consultation initiatives, ensuring effective communication and collaboration among attorneys and external partners.
- Enhanced immigration toolkit by regularly updating resources and facilitating content sharing with external stakeholders to ensure accessibility.
- Identified and resolved project obstacles, monitoring status to ensure timely completion.
- Presented project developments and training initiatives to member organizations, improving their understanding and engagement.
Legal Intern
Maurice Maitland Law Firm
Ansonia, CT
01.2023 - 06.2023
- Worked alongside attorneys, administrative assistants and fellow legal assistants on immigration and social security cases and legal processes.
- Reviewed, edited and proofread court filings for proper grammar, spelling, punctuation and formatting.
- Interviewed clients and prepared intake sheets.
Field Organizer
Congressional Campaigns
Connecticut
07.2021 - 12.2022
- Fostered collaborative efforts to schedule, host and facilitate events and identify further opportunities to reach members of the community.
- Wrote emails, promoted events via social media and drafted phone scripts to recruit volunteers.
- Participated in strategy development and planning to mobilize voters.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Political Science
University of Connecticut
Storrs, CT08.2022
New England Law School
Boston, MA 2025 - 2026Skills
- Project coordination
- Time management
- Attention to detail
- Problem-solving
- Legal research
- Trauma Informed Care
Accomplishments
Alumni Scholar with The Connecticut Bar Association's The Future of the Legal Profession Scholars (FLPS) Program which provides financial and mentoring support to aspiring Connecticut area, first generation law students who have demonstrated a commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion or who have overcome adversity in their pursuit of a future career in the law.
Interests
Enjoys poetry and nature
Timeline
Project Coordinator
Marrakech - Academy for Human Service Training
06.2024 - 08.2025
Legal Projects Coordinator
Connecticut Coalition Against Domestic Violence
06.2023 - 06.2024
Legal Intern
Maurice Maitland Law Firm
01.2023 - 06.2023
Field Organizer
Congressional Campaigns
07.2021 - 12.2022
Bachelor of Arts - Political Science
University of Connecticut
New England Law School