As an associate in the firm’s White Collar and Government Investigations practice, I have assisted representations in civil and criminal matters - including anti-trust allegations and matters of local government law. For pro bono matters, I currently assist non-citizens in the asylum seeking process.

The Immigrant Rights Clinic at the Washington and Lee University School of Law enlists student attorneys as the primary legal representatives for non-citizen clients in immigration matters. Student attorneys currently provide legal services to persons in removal proceedings, both detained and non-detained, and with a particular focus on vulnerable populations such as refugees, unaccompanied minors, and victims of domestic violence.While working with a partner, I worked three cases throughout my time in the clinic. I assisted clients in filing various forms with USCIS, including applications for employment authorization and applications to adjust status. I prepared clients for affirmative asylum interviews, conducted extensive legal research and drafted legal arguments while staying up-to-date on ever-changing immigration laws and policies. I assisted clients through a change in administration, resulting in significant changes to their case handling. In addition to the Immigrant Rights Clinic, I participated in a Crimmigration Law seminar to further gain knowledge on areas that affect non-citizens, particularly the intersection of the immigration and criminal justice systems. In doing so, I authored an original research paper focusing on bias towards the LGBTQ+ community and its role in igniting over-policing of communities into removal proceedings, creating and shaping the current crimmigration regime.

As a research assistant for Associate Dean David Baluarte, I assisted in research, analysis, and production for publishings relating to immigrants' rights. Topics of research included statutory analysis, cancellation of removal, human rights concerns, and intersectionality of international human rights law and federal law.As a research assistant for Professor Carliss Chatman, I assisted in research and drafting for various publishings. Topics of research included legal personhood, legal ethics, corporate governance, and the role of attorney whistleblowers.

Although Troutman Pepper cancelled it's 2020 Summer Associate Program due to the COVID-19 pandemic, it created the Troutman Pepper Summer Engagement Series -- a series of virtual meetings in which I was introduced to current members of the Troutman Pepper community, with whom I discussed practice groups, firm opportunities, and engaged with other future associates.

- Conducted extensive research on Tax Increment Financing (TIF) policies to prepare public educational resources for citizens and taxpayers, increasing their ability to understand and monitor government activity and provide public comment- Conducted democracy workshops, presenting research to board members and local community members and serving as liaison to answer legal questions from attendees- Assisted in client intakes, ensuring public access to government and answering legal questions through research of case law, state and local ordinances, and monitoring government action- Assisted clients in obtaining access to government-held information through FOIA requests- Selected as Public Interest Law Initiative (PILI) intern, gaining access to weekly educational seminars covering a broad range of topics to improve hard skills and knowledge on substantive law topicsThe Citizen Advocacy Center (CAC) is an award winning, non-profit, non-partisan free community legal organization. Founded in 1994, CAC's mission is to build democracy for the 21st century by strengthening the citizenry's capacities, resources, and institutions for self-governance. CAC operates through the use of community lawyers who protect the public’s assets and promote meaningful participation in the democratic process. As an institution comprised of community lawyers, CAC engages in a holistic approach to building democracy through community organizing, coalition building, legal advocacy, civic education, and litigation to make government more accountable, accessible, and transparent.

- Recognized as Employee of the Month for exceeding settlement goals- Completed highly detailed investigation for claims and documented pertinent information- Negotiated settlement amounts to minimize company expenses- Prepared accurate and detailed correspondence letters to be sent to claimants- Assisted in training of new employees- Prepared presentations and learning objectives for team meetings to improve performanceJames River Insurance Company is an Excess and Surplus Lines insurance company headquartered in Richmond, Virginia. Our company underwrites brokerage, individual risk business through twelve distinct underwriting divisions, each organized around a specific industry group or coverage.

- Exceeded top goals in multiple quarters by 145% for talent obtained and retained- Obtained multiple promotions within fastest timeframe possible- Selected as representative member and treasurer for philanthropy committee to promote corporate philanthropic involvementApex Systems, the second largest IT staffing and services firm in the U.S., provides organizations with scalable IT staffing solutions to address critical gaps in their current workforce and augment workforce management strategies. We specialize in providing IT professionals for contract, contract-to-hire, direct placement, and managed solutions to clients in Fortune 500, mid-market, and emerging companies. Our specialized technology and industry practice groups help us match the most talented and qualified technical professionals to great companies across the country.

- Promoted from legal intern to legal assistant within two months- Managed all client accounts and chief counsel’s schedule- Assisted in legal research and correspondence, prepared incoming cases prior to submittal to attorneys

By contacting alumni of the university I am able to make sure all records are up to date and invite them to university events as well as updating them with general information and changes happening at the university. I also contact parents and prospective students to answer any questions and provide updates as well as guidance with the application process. By gaining monetary contributions to the university we are able to provide more scholarships to students to ease financial burden and foster academic achievement. After one semester I was promoted to a caller guide and am now able to assist in training of new employees and help with any issues that may arise on spot during calls. In March 2014 I was also named caller of the month for my achievements in obtaining contributions to the university.