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Washington, District Of Columbia, United States

Washington D.C. Metro Area

Investigate schools for misconduct by performing legal research, reviewing evidence, and drafting memoranda to include recommendations to grant relief of student loan forgiveness to borrowers who have been misled by higher education institutions.

Operated an online and brick and mortar shoe store that curated a collection of women shoes primarily from independent shoe designers; Discovered new shoe designers through research and attendance at trade shows to discover new brands or lines to offer to the customer base; Created marketing campaigns implemented on various outlets such as through email marketing and social media platforms: Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, and Pinterest; Managed independent contractors, employees, and interns for… Show more Operated an online and brick and mortar shoe store that curated a collection of women shoes primarily from independent shoe designers; Discovered new shoe designers through research and attendance at trade shows to discover new brands or lines to offer to the customer base; Created marketing campaigns implemented on various outlets such as through email marketing and social media platforms: Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, and Pinterest; Managed independent contractors, employees, and interns for store operations and through project completion; Drafted operation and employee manuals, partnership agreement, other contracts, and registered trademarks. Show less

Maryland

Drafted over 1,500 memorandums supported by administrative hearings and evidence addressing all medical and legal aspects of the case appropriate for issuance to a legal audience and to claimants alleging disability; Communicated with Administrative Law Judges about my rationale and findings on the relevant issues in the case and ensured that the decisions were consistent with the Social Security Administration Act, the Agency’s regulations, rulings, and other policies; Performed one-on-one… Show more Drafted over 1,500 memorandums supported by administrative hearings and evidence addressing all medical and legal aspects of the case appropriate for issuance to a legal audience and to claimants alleging disability; Communicated with Administrative Law Judges about my rationale and findings on the relevant issues in the case and ensured that the decisions were consistent with the Social Security Administration Act, the Agency’s regulations, rulings, and other policies; Performed one-on-one peer mentoring and training duties involving sensitive and/or legally complex cases, as well as researched and identified unusual issues raised in cases; Received multiple awards for delivering exemplary performance on quality decisions. Show less

Baltimore, Maryland Area

Contributed to litigation preparation by providing risk assessments, fulfilled FOIA requests, conducted research on “Pay to Play” statutes, and drafted legal memoranda based on the Uniform Act and personnel actions brought before the Merit Systems Protection Board, which resulted in a favorable decision for the agency.

Dallas/Fort Worth Area

College preparatory program for students attending academically under performing high schools in Dallas County, who may face socioeconomic and/or behavior struggles.Conceptualized, co-founded, and operated program to recruit mentors and research scholarships for high school students; Developed partnerships with community organizations; Organized social events, community service activities, and weekly sessions for post high school preparation.

Ft. Worth, Tx

Evaluated applications for writs of habeas corpus to recommend to the Judge whether inmates sentenced to prison in his court, should be released or granted a new trial based on their arguments that their detention violates the law; Drafted orders for Judge’s consideration during trial and hearing proceedings, including capital murder; Analyzed Texas Court of Appeals opinions and drafted summaries for use by all Tarrant County Judges and court personnel.

Dallas/Fort Worth Area

Assisted with daily duties of interviewing clients charged with various violations of the law; Interviewed first time offenders charged with misdemeanors in order to determine eligibility and proper programs for an alternative adjudication pilot program.

Researched the structure of the Federal Complaint Process, Management Directive 714, and the Disadvantaged Business Enterprises in relation to Airports in the Southern Region of the United StatesAssisted in Equal Employment Opportunity investigations and interviews by asking relevant questions and analyzing testimonies; Collaborated on the completion of an Equal Employment Opportunity investigation findings final report; Assisted department with presentations on Equal Employment… Show more Researched the structure of the Federal Complaint Process, Management Directive 714, and the Disadvantaged Business Enterprises in relation to Airports in the Southern Region of the United StatesAssisted in Equal Employment Opportunity investigations and interviews by asking relevant questions and analyzing testimonies; Collaborated on the completion of an Equal Employment Opportunity investigation findings final report; Assisted department with presentations on Equal Employment Opportunity policies and regulations. Show less

Master Of Laws (Ll.M.), Civil And Constitutional Rights/Education Law & Policy

Law and Government Scholarship

Juris Doctorate, Law

•Council on Legal Education Opportunity Scholars Program Associate •Disaster Assistance Program Clinic, Volunteer •Marshall Brennan Fellow.

Bachelor Of Arts, English