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Los Angeles, Ca, Us

Reviewed and drafted various agreements for clients, including joint venture, administrative, and assignment/transfer of rights agreements. Researched and wrote memoranda on matters including trademark, contract, and employment issues. Prepared and filed trademark registration applications.

Researched and analyzed federal and state statutes relevant to legal issues in criminal and civil cases. Assisted judge in preparing for hearings, including researching and drafting bench memoranda on motions to compel. Drafted final minute orders, presented by orders, and reports and recommendations for the judge. Discussed issues on cases with judge regularly to determine outcome of motions. Supervised workflow of, and provided mentorship to, law student legal externs. Designed chamber protocols and templates for newly sworn in magistrate judge.

Drafted memoranda on case facts and legal issues for upcoming arbitrations. Conducted interviews of clients as part of case assessment and fact investigation.

Researched and wrote memoranda on matters including trademark, contract, and employment issues. Analyzed mediation and arbitration briefs and drafted summaries and analysis of possible outcomes for arbitrators/mediators.

San Francisco, Ca, Us

Assisted in reviewing, redlining, and drafting production and distribution agreements to guarantee terms conform with ITVS standards. Interfaced with other ITVS departments to align goals and reiterate legal issues and concerns. Analyzed content for potential fair use and other copyright issues.

Los Angeles, Ca, Us

Worked on contract, labor and employment, and other entertainment law issues. Prepared for and conducted arbitrations on unpaid residuals and compensation claims, including working with writers to develop testimony, and drafting and delivering opening statements, direct examinations, and proposed orders. Reviewed deal terms on pilot and other writing contracts for ongoing writer contract negotiations, including creating a database of deal terms for future contract negotiations. Drafted Notices of Claim for matters including writer compensation issues and writer credit disputes. Researched legal issues related to arbitration awards and bargaining history.

Drafted tentative orders on a variety of subjects including motions for summary judgment, motions for default judgment, motions to compel arbitration, and motions to dismiss. Summarized magistrate judge case recommendations. Researched discrete legal questions to assist judicial clerks in drafting orders.

Conducted legal research and writing on various legal issues including prosecutorial misconduct. Reviewed extensive factual and legal records to advance specific legal arguments. Strategized about media and press coverage related to case.

Worked as part of a three-law student team to help successfully prepare an incarcerated individual for his parole board hearing, including regular attorney-student check-ins, case strategy sessions, and intensive client meetings. Client was successfully paroled.

Researched complex civil litigation issues including certificates of appealability, pretrial lineup motions, and juror no-contact orders. Participated in the Anthony G. Amsterdam Capital Post-Conviction Skills Seminar, a four-day intensive training focused on building skills in witness interviewing and testimony preparation, direct and cross examination, and oral argument. Drafted claims for a client’s federal habeas petition. Received comprehensive trainings on case management and other legal topics including Ninth Circuit litigation, prosecutorial misconduct, and long-term legal strategy.

Denver, Co, Us

Part of the Brooklyn Boulders Queensbridge membership team, assisted with customer service issues, guest check-ins, and membership sales.

New York, Ny, Us

Researched donors and conducted donor outreach. Organized logistical support for a national speaking tour, including coordinating volunteers and venues. Drafted and edited sections of the development intern manual to establish a consistent protocol for data management.

Carmel, Indiana, Us

Conducted strategic outreach and visits to Theta Chi chapters around the United States to ensure the fraternity headquarter's high standard of brand compliance, value congruence and general chapter operations. Provided leadership training and support for up and coming student leaders. Worked with university administrators to address issues and guarantee chapter compliance with university academic and social standards.

Drafted memos on criminal justice and media topics including media outlets’ reporting styles. Wrote and coordinated press releases. Supported clients during press interviews by meeting with press and clients beforehand to discuss details of interview, as well as checking in with clients after their interviews.

Seattle, Wa, Us

Developed and led several different risk management educational programs for UW’s 33 fraternity chapters. Created and planned Dawgs Take Action, a sexual assault and bystander intervention campaign and pledge which generated widespread campus support and action. Collaborated with RAINN 'EM IN, a part of RAINN, to build campus awareness and raise funds for RAINN.

Washington, District Of Columbia, Us

Communicated with and assisted constituents seeking the Senator’s assistance on a variety of government matters. Managed and organized constituent requests while working with the Senator’s caseworkers to resolve constituent-specific case issues.

Columbus, Oh, Us

Managed chapter operations including chapter and officer meetings, event planning, and alumni engagement and fundraising. Worked to develop strategies to expand Tolo’s campus presence including restructuring the candidate application process. Helped coordinate fundraising campaigns to sustain Tolo chapter’s continued operation.

Carmel, Indiana, Us

Oversaw day-to-day chapter operations during which time the organization more than doubled its size and campus presence. Served as the external face of the organization, representing Alpha Rho at events and in the community. Handled disciplinary issues and risk management for 60-member household to ensure member and guest safety and comfort. Engaged fellow UW Greek community chapter presidents, chapter alumni, and campus administrators in a regular dialogue about how to improve the Alpha Rho chapter of Theta Chi and UW's Greek community at large. Designed outreach strategies for engaging alumni donors to contribute funds to the chapter scholarship foundation. Conducted regular public speaking engagements in front of audiences ranging from 60-90 people.

Carmel, Indiana, Us

Successfully envisioned and established the newly re-founded Alpha Rho chapter including: creating a cohesive committee system, building a chapter communication process, managing recruitment efforts for new members, and drafting the chapter bylaws.

Provided customer service, including concierge and guest services, at downtown Seattle’s historic Moore Hotel, regularly working with dozens of guests on a daily basis to meet their varying needs.

Conducted educational outreach in Seattle communities about recycling and composting. Analyzed outreach strategies to provide feedback for future outreach campaigns.

Seattle, Washington, Us

Worked on and off to produced radio stories aimed at providing a youth perspective on current issues and topics from around the greater Seattle area. Developed and implemented creative themes for compiling and sharing youth produced content on monthly podcasts. Learned basic proficiency in audio recording and editing techniques with a focus on creating radio-ready audio and edited content.

Seattle, Wa, Us

Established and maintained connections between the College Activities Board (CAB) and other student leadership organizations as well as community businesses on and near the Seattle Central campus. Collaborated with other CAB members to plan and host events for the entire SCC campus.

Juris Doctor (J.D.)

Bachelor'S Degree, Law, Societies And Justice; Communication

Associate’S Degree