Philip Burgess
Summer Legal Intern
How would you describe your role at J. Cruz & Associates?
My role at J. Cruz & Associates is to assist our talented attorneys with research tasks, draft internal memos, and to build presentations for clients to keep them informed regarding new legislation that impacts them.
How long have you worked at J. Cruz & Associates?
I have worked at J. Cruz & Associates for about a month and a half.
Describe J. Cruz & Associates in three words:
Professional, Personal, Persistent.
What’s the most rewarding experience you’ve had while working at JCA?
The most rewarding experience that I’ve had thus far this summer has definitely been the direct role that I have played in client success. Being able to experience a client’s case at every stage of the process and ensure that they are granted a favorable outcome has been extremely rewarding, and exactly the type of experience I hoped to gain when I joined the team here at J. Cruz & Associates.
What’s your favorite movie, tv show, book, or podcast?
My favorite movie right now is Top Gun: Maverick! I also set a personal goal for myself that I would read through the first book in the Dune series while in Laredo for the summer, and that has been amazing too.
What do you enjoy doing when you’re not at work?
When I’m not at work, I enjoy exercising at the gym, making new friends, and spending time with my three dogs: Lilo, Stitch, and Miley.
