Matthew Mariella   
3407 North Trail Way, Baltimore, Md 21234
(410) 530-2964    
Altezza24417@comcast.net


CAREER OBJECTIVE (Optional)
Apply my dedication, self-motivation, follow-through, and communication skills in an entry level legal position with an established law firm.  Add value by applying what I have learned from specialized law and business classes, life experiences, and Fine, Grzech, and MacMeekin, P.A. to future employers.  	


PROFILE
As an intern with an established law firm, assumed major responsibilities (including trial preparation, courtroom assistance, client-insurance company interviews, insurance claims processing, and mundane aspects of law office operations.  I am known for learning quickly, asking pertinent questions, and carrying heavy workloads.

EDUCATION 
B.S. B.U.A.D/Legal track, Towson University, Baltimore, MD               December 2008

Relevant Courses Included: Intro to Law, sports law, elder law, cyber law, real estate law, e-business 311, business cornerstone, and professional experience.  

WORK HISTORY 
Fine, Grzech, and MacMeekin, P.A., Towson, MD         	           Sept 2008-Present
Law Clerk (internship)
During my first week of my internship, I learned and performed the mundane aspects of law office operations.  After a few days, I was directly responsible for trial preparation (interrogatories,) assistance in the courtroom, client-insurance company interviews, and insurance claims processing.  Processing included calling insurance companies on behalf of the clients, setting up interviews, taking photos of crime scenes, developing relations with clients, and managing all documents.
 
Ruby Tuesdays, Belair, MD 						             2003-2008
Bartender, Waiter, Expediter (part-time)
After serving as a waiter for two years (ensuring customer satisfaction, entering orders into the MICROS computer systems, and handling cash and credit card transactions,) was promoted to bartender.  As a bartender, I maintained inventory records, handcrafted alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages, ensured customer satisfaction, maintained a clean work environment, and monitored alcohol consumption..  After one year of bartending, I was promoted to head trainer.  As head trainer I was responsible for ensuring that new employees passed all pre-server tests, learned all aspects of the restaurant, and supervised them until they were capable of serving on their own.
	

Sample of Skills
Computer
* Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Front Page, and Publisher)
* HTML 
* Internet, several e-mail applications
* Lycos by Tripod
* P.O.S Micros systems 

Other 
* Communications:  ability to write persuasive and informational papers, listen effectively,   and to make presentations. 
* Team skills:  ability to work well with teams, good team leadership qualities, can      effectively apply time management skills to team assignments
* Practical Excellence:  display professional business behavior and appearance, manage   personal task effectively, and display a “can-do” attitude. 


PROFESSIONAL ASSOCIATION/COMMUNITY SERVICE
* Awarded Certificate of Merit from Maryland State Board of Education upon High School     graduation
* Member Sigma Alpha Lambda National Leadership and Honor Organization
* Member of Boy Scouts of America Troop 732