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Hartford, CT, US

Hartford County, Connecticut, United States

• Manage a boutique practice focused primarily on the areas of criminal defense and civil litigation in state and federal courts in Connecticut. Represent individuals in estate matters. Represented individuals and.
• Multi million dollar settlement with Connecticut Department of Correction resulting in over 1,000 inmates treated for Hepatitis C, Barfield v. Cook et al, 3:18-cv-01198 (MPS)
• $1.6 million settlement with Connecticut Department of Correction, Staten v. Semple et al, 3:18-cv-01251 (VAB)
• $500,000 settlement with Connecticut Department of Correction and private defendants, Laboy v. Semple et al, 3:19-cv-00307 (JCH)
• $140,000 settlement with City of Hartford, Squillante v. City of Hartford, 3:18-cv-01522 (JAM)
• $1.3 million settlement with Connecticut Department of Correction, World v. Semple et al, 3:16-cv-501 (JCH).

Washington, District Of Columbia, United States

Delivered responsive, comprehensive, and high-quality legal services to support organization with special focus on legislative research and analysis. Provided testimony and legislative advocacy for medical and adult use of cannabis programs as registered lobbyist in New York, New Jersey, Pennsylvania, Hawaii, and Connecticut. Built rapport with lawmakers.

Hartford, Connecticut Area

Drafted legislation and develop legislative strategy to achieve City’s objectives. Advised the Mayor on legal impact and policy implications of new state and federal legislation. Coordinated the Mayor’s interaction with the Court of Common Council, state and federal legislative delegations, as well as state and federal agencies. Acted as the liaison.

Hartford, CT

Worked closely with agency staff and the Commissioner to develop policy initiatives that would further the Department's mission of enhancing the public health of Connecticut residents. Drafted legislation and met with various stake holders and members of the legislative committees of cognizance to achieve the department's legislative goals. Responded to.

Hartford, Connecticut Area

Drafted enforcement and consent orders for the Bureau of Water Protection and Land Reuse. Conducted investigations to ensure compliance with state regulations and statutes. Developed litigation strategy with the Office of the Attorney General. Responded to Freedom of Information requests. Drafted contracts, memorandums of understanding, memorandums of.

Hartford, Connecticut Area

Represented individuals and businesses in the sale, purchase and refinancing of residential and commercial real property. Drafted and reviewed transactional and commercial documents, prepared settlement statements and issued title insurance in accordance with the Real Estate Settlement Procedure Act. Conducted title examinations in preparation for real.

Hartford, CT

Analyzed proposed legislation and conducted research on policy issues for various legislative committees. Met with constituents, interest groups and lawmakers to develop legislation. Assisted in drafting legislation. Briefed Caucus on pending legislation. Consulted with Senators and committee staff in developing strategy to achieve legislative goals.

Washington, DC

Analyzed policy, drafted research memoranda and conducted factual investigations on community land trusts, heirs' property and tax issues. Researched whether commercial land trusts in the lower Ninth Ward of New Orleans would qualify for tax-exempt status. Assisted neighborhood in developing a historic district.

West Hartford, CT

Performed title searches and document preparation for the purchase, sale and refinancing of residential properties.

Office Of Rep. John Larson, Washington, DC

Conducted research, attended hearings and drafted briefings on judiciary, trade and tax issues.

Office Of Sen. Christopher Dodd, Washington, DC

Conducted research, attended hearings and drafted briefings on judiciary, trade and tax issues. Served as intern for Rules & Regulations committee. Provided Capitol tours to Connecticut residents.

Law, Law & Public Policy

Activities and Societies: Honors: Connecticut Bar Association Real Property Prize Day Award 2011, American Bar Association Urban, State.

Ba, Communication, Economics

Activities and Societies: Honors: Trustee Scholarship Recipient 2007-08, National Collegiate Scholar 2004 - 2008 Activities: Howard.

High School

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