1. Robert Washington
12695 Germane Ave Unit 12 (612) 239-7074
Apple Valley, MN 55124 rw69939@gmail.com
Professional Summary
Driven paralegal with Information Technology skills and Private Investigator certificate looking
for an entry level position in the legal field or Information Technology field.
Relevant Skills
 Proficiency with the Microsoft Office Suite
 Proficiency with Westlaw and Lexis as research tools
 Knowledge of legal research and writing
 Familiarity with litigation & legal terminology
 Able to work with minimal supervision
 Good organizational/time management skills
 Able to work in a fast paced environment
Education
Associates in Paralegal Studies and Information Technology June 2014
Kaplan University, Chicago, IL
Certified Private Investigation Certification
April 2013
Penn Foster Chicago, IL
Professional Experience
Owner/Barber
UNCLE ROB’S BARBERSHOP, ST. PAUL, MN May 2005 – July 2015
 Cut, colored and styled clients' hair with precision and expertise
 Advised customers on proper treatment of dry and damaged hair
 Assessed customer needs and gave advice about hair style
 Sold and promoted hair care products and cosmetics
 Educated clients about products and self-maintenance for healthy hair
 Educated customers on product uses and benefits
 Shampooed, conditioned and rinsed guests' hair using salon-exclusive products
Shift Supervisor
MAR-COM TECHNOLOGIES, MINNEAPOLIS, MN Jan 2000 – May 2005
 Prioritize, plan and schedule all maintenance tasks for field or shop operations; make
decisions with aid from other Leaders, utilizing all available information
 Assist in training of new staff
 Provide leadership, guidance and encouragement to assist in the continual professional
growth of each team member

2. Paralegal
Robert Half Legal, Minneapolis, MN Aug 2015-
 handle multiple case management responsibilities through entire litigation cycle for busy
practice group
 co-ordinate, prepare and interpret complex legal documents including pleadings, motions,
briefs, interrogatories, responses, agreements and legal memoranda
 carry out legal research in databases and libraries
 investigate case facts and compile factual support for briefs and motions
 review and edit legal documents
 assist with e-discovery using Concordance, Case Map and the internet
 present data and research findings orally and in writing
 prepare and issue subpoenas
 plan, schedule and summarize depositions and expert reports
 locate, interview and prepare witnesses
 organize trial preparation and support including witness lists, exhibits and trial binders
 prepare appeals
 build, maintain and manage relevant databases and files