Colin Costin
Wayne,PA
Summary
Detail-oriented and motivated professional with a solid academic foundation in legal studies, dedicated to building a successful career as a legal assistant or paralegal. Proficient in legal research, document drafting, and administrative support, developed through rigorous coursework and hands-on academic projects. Recognized for exceptional organizational skills, discretion, and rapid adaptability to fast-paced environments. Committed to contributing effectively to a legal team while pursuing opportunities for growth within the legal profession.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Anti Money Laundering Investigator
Robert Half
06.2025 - Current
- Played a crucial role in identifying trends and patterns related to money laundering schemes through data analysis techniques.
- Prepared reports of investigation in accordance with guidelines and instructions.
- Evaluated individual's trustworthiness based on their account profile and the banks risk tolerance.
- Tailored my investigative skills to quickly identify trends and patterns which assist in deciding case outcomes efficiently.
- Worked across teams in different parts of the job to assist with backlog and learn new skills.
Intern
Pennsylvania State Representative Melissa Shusterman
06.2024 - 08.2024
- Craft policy feedback emails and reply to constituents' issues and suggestions on Representative Melissa Shusterman’s policy goals
- Assist constituents in finding the right avenue to proceed based on issues they experience within the county
- Assist with legal issues and questions faced by constituents and appropriate future actions based on the legal framework
- Canvassing around Chester County to encourage constituents to contact Melissa Shusterman’s office
- Assist Melissa Shusterman in her daily tasks at the Capital of Harrisburg
Intern
Fidelity Investments
06.2023 - 08.2023
- Check-in clients for appointments with members of the investment team
- Discuss financial strategies with new clients looking to open accounts with Fidelity and transfer them to the appropriate investment team member
- Monitor meetings with investment managers and their clients discussing strategies for their financial goals
- Coordinate social events for prospective and current clients with investment managers
- Assist manager in coordinating appropriate office locations for Villanova Investment Center staff according to their residential locations
Sales Associate
Angelo’s Soccer Corner
07.2020 - 06.2022
- Assist customers with general questions, shoe fittings, and checkout
- Take inventory of backstock and restock floor displays
- Train new employees in the general functions, processes, and rules at Angelo’s by demonstrating proper customer interactions, check-out procedures, and how to locate store items
- Apply tags and prices to store items and check online inventory to represent accurate sale prices
Intern
Acadia Investments
04.2021 - 05.2021
- Learn stock market basics and information on how to identify when to buy/sell stocks
- Learn about savings and the proper way to manage money
- Observe client meetings discussing financial goals and how the company can best assist them
Lifeguard
Glenhardie Country Club
05.2018 - 07.2020
- Survey swimmers in the water and along the pool deck in the case of an emergency
- Check in members and take account of any guests they bring with them
- Adhere to extra pool duties such as measuring pH, observing weather forecasts for chance of storms, and assure that pool members abide by safety precautions
- Perform closing duties such as cleaning the pool deck and locking the gates
Education
Bachelor of Science - International Relations, Journalism, Legal Studies
University of Delaware
Newark, DE05.2025
Skills
- Skilled in legal terminology and writing
- Experienced in public policy issues
- Proficient in Microsoft productivity applications
- Legal research
- Evidence gathering
- Critical thinking
- Oral communication
- Risk assessment
Timeline
Anti Money Laundering Investigator
Robert Half
06.2025 - Current
Intern
Pennsylvania State Representative Melissa Shusterman
06.2024 - 08.2024
Intern
Fidelity Investments
06.2023 - 08.2023
Intern
Acadia Investments
04.2021 - 05.2021
Sales Associate
Angelo’s Soccer Corner
07.2020 - 06.2022
Lifeguard
Glenhardie Country Club
05.2018 - 07.2020
Bachelor of Science - International Relations, Journalism, Legal Studies
University of Delaware
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