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Portrait of Lyla Ortega

Honor Society® member

Lyla Ortega

  • University of Houston-Clear Lake
  • legal studies
  • Class of 2028
  • USA

Member since December 2025

About

I am a dedicated Legal Studies major and History minor with a strong academic record and a clear interest in pursuing a career in corporate law. My studies have strengthened my analytical thinking, research, and writing skills, while deepening my understanding of legal systems, business regulations, and professional ethics. As a member of the Honors Society, I am committed to academic excellence, leadership, and continuous growth. I aspire to attend law school and build a career in corporate law where I can apply my skills to support businesses, ensure compliance, and contribute to sound legal decision-making.

Education

  • University of Houston Clear Lake

    legal studies

    2025 – Present

  • san jacinto community college

    General Studies

    2021 – 2025

Honors and awards

  • Cum Laude Honors

    Earned Cum Laude honors, recognizing academic excellence with a GPA between 3.5–3.7.

Goals and interests

Career goal

Corporate Lawyer

Graduate school interests

Planned Juris Doctor (J.D.)

Outside the classroom

Traveling & Exploring New Places
Going on Walks & Being Outdoors
Baking & Trying New Recipes
Spending Time with Friends & Family

Experience

  • Executive assistant

    Good Life Psychiatry

    Jan 2026

  • Executive Assistant

    CardioPro 365 CPR Training Center

    Dec 2025 – Jan 2026

  • Receptionist

    Floyd's 99 Babershop

    May 2025 – Jan 2026

  • Intern

    Immaculate Concepts LLC

    Jan 2025 – Apr 2025

  • Harris County Election Runner

    Harris County

    Nov 2024

  • Intern

    Fathom Real Estate

    Jan 2024 – Apr 2024

Volunteering

  • • Dedicated hours to youth mentorship, mental health outreach, • Contributed hours supporting youth and mental health, and event support initiatives through event setup, check-in, and resource • Coordinated speakers, set up panels, and distributed resources at Voices of Hope and World Mental Health Day events • Assisted with organizing speaker panels and engaging guests • Spoke to middle school students about high school life, offering at Voices of Hope and World Mental Health Day events mentorship and guidance • Promoted mental health awareness by distributing flyers and • Supported community events by assisting with check-in, reading educational materials at The Big Texas Rally to children, and supervising youth activities • Read to children during Children's Book Week and helped • Helped coordinate performers, distribute meals, and honor Supervise youth at the Cougar Dolls Fall Showcase community leaders at Black History Month celebrations

    The Future is Us

    Apr 2024 – Mar 2025

Languages

  • Spanish Intermediate