Greetings, my name is Julia Guimaraes.
I am a recent graduate of Florida State University where I earned a B.S. in International Affairs with a minor in Business.
Now, I am seeking to apply my passions for studying complex systems and helping others to continue my education in the field of law and pursue a Juris Doctorate.
About Me
My upbringing as a global citizen has molded me into who I am today.
I was born in Brazil, an incredibly diverse and vibrant melting pot of cultures and traditions. My own family is a reflection of that: my mother’s side is descended from northern Amazonian peoples, while my father’s is descended from Portuguese settlers. Before moving to the United States, I have been blessed to live and travel to many parts of the world, including France, Croatia, Turkey, and Morocco, among many other countries.
These experiences have not only given me joy and enriched my understanding of the world – but they have inspired in me a desire to learn about various systems of governance and ways in which people live. They have also revealed the shared challenges that all societies face regarding economic inequalities, the upholding of civil liberties, and the pursuit of justice.
Now, as I prepare for my entry into the professional world, I am interested in combining my knowledge of international affairs and helping to tackle these challenges on the world stage through law.
This interest has been further nurtured through my experiences while interning at a family law and disability law firm and working as a paralegal during undergraduate studies at Florida State University. There, I witnessed and helped attorneys fight on behalf of the disabled to gain access to vital medical services and for others to gain access to their children. As a result, it showed me how rewarding and necessary the work in the legal field can be – and I would like to personally contribute to that field for the betterment of people’s lives.
Education & Experience
Education
- FLORIDA STATE UNIVERSITY
- B.S. in International Affairs, General Business Minor, May 2020
- Activities: Alpha Phi Member, Women in Pre-Law Society
2016
- NEW YORK UNIVERSITY
- Art History Major, December 2013
- Completed 16 Credits
New York, NY
Experience
Winter 2020
ABOUT TIME
Nonprofit aimed at nurturing cultural works to facilitate critical conversations of the past, present and future
Intern
- Manage grant applications and other forms of funding
- Expand the nonprofit’s social media presence to raise awareness of its advocacy efforts and recent projects
- Acquire a deep understanding of curation and make connections with various museum professionals and cultural institutions
Ft. Lauderdale, FL
Fall 2020
BONNET HOUSE MUSEUM & GARDENS
Estate converted museum preserving local heritage and art
Guide Volunteer
- Assist lead guide in touring groups through the main house
- Help maintaining group control and oversee the collection as visitors move from room to room
Ft. Lauderdale, FL
Summer 2020
SEAL AWARDS – SUSTAINABILITY AWARDS
Non-profit honoring businesses committed to sustainability
Environmental Impact Intern
- Researched sustainable certifications, consumer insights, and companies’ existing and potential filters to inform strategic campaign decisions
- Collaborated with a team to launch a sustainability campaign to increase awareness of award series
- Created vivid social media graphics and organized posts to maximize aesthetic appeal to attract followers
Remote
2019-2020
LIEBENHAUT LAW
The best ranked family and disability law firm in Tallahassee
Paralegal Intern
- Assisted attorneys and paralegals in their cases by drafting and filing legal documents and contracts
- Maintained case information in case management database
- Compiled and analyzed evidence necessary for defending cases
- Represented office through answering phones, facilitating client intake, and scheduling appointments
- Aided all levels of the staff and the general public providing information and assistance whenever possible
Tallahassee, FL
Summer 2019
LINCOLN INTERNATIONAL
#1 middle-markets sell-side advisor to private equity
Financial Analysis Team Member
- Collaborated with a team of five to compile and deliver an M&A pitch
- Analyzed the company’s positioning and market to create an investment thesis
- Utilized Cap IQ database to identify Strategic and Financial Acquirers
- Presented qualifications of potential synergies through DCF and LBO analyses
- Given personalized feedback on the quality of the New Business Presentation from Lincoln Financial Officers
Chicago, IL
Skills
- Languages: Portuguese (native); English (fluent); French (fluent); Spanish (proficient)
- Technical Skills: Adobe Suite, Microsoft Office, Point of Sale Systems, and Clio Management Systems
- Certifications: Florida Notary Certificate
My Interests
Travel
One of my favorite things to do is travel. I have visited nearly 20 countries across 5 continents, including Argentina, Croatia, Netherlands, Mexico, and Morocco. My favorite place I’ve ever visited is Turkey.
Not only did I appreciate learning about their culture and visiting the sites, I loved their cuisine, and I’m pretty sure it’s the best food I’ve ever had. I hope that in a post-pandemic world I can continue to travel and learn about new places and cultures.
Sustainability
Throughout the years, a big part of my identity has been to strive towards green living and inspiring others to do the same. In high school, I started a vegetarian lifestyle because of environmental concerns, and I try every day to avoid unnecessary wastefulness and to think green when making buying decisions. That’s also why this past summer, I interned at the SEAL Awards, which applauds companies leading in overall business sustainability and environmental initiatives. I’m passionate about promoting environmental efforts and hope that we can, as a country and a globe, start shifting the tide towards a greener planet.