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Miami, Fl, Us

Miami, Florida

Gainesville, Florida

Represented clients at arraignments, docket day, case management hearings, judicial reviews, and permanency hearings in front of a judge. Deposed law enforcement and lay witnesses in preparation for trial where youth faced burglary charges. Expunged and sealed felony and misdemeanor charges for juvenile clients. Drafted and filed motions in both dependency and delinquency matters.

Gainesville, Florida

Featured speaker at numerous community events and hospitals throughout Florida and Alabama raising awareness about lack of minority participation in blood & cord blood donation.

Coconut Grove, Florida

Researched and wrote legal memoranda on legal issues related to contract disputes, the Condominium Act, trademark infringement, commercial landlord-tenant litigation, and unfair competition. Assisted in drafting a complaint for a federal lawsuit. Reviewed over 10,000 electronically stored documents, including licensing and trademark agreements, to prepare for pending depositions.

Gainesville, Florida Area

Researched and drafted memoranda on various local government matters related to same-sex marriage FMLA benefits, licensing agreements, and commercial impact fees. Gathered and analyzed Community Redevelopment Agency (CRA) contracts for construction bids, met with CRA assistant director, and wrote response letter on CRA’s behalf. Prepared legal memorandum on constitutional procedures and advised City’s quasi-judicial citizen’s board regarding legal finding. Assisted with discovery and pre-trial preparation for employee pension dispute and police tort claim.

Sunny Isles Beach, Fl

Assisted city attorneys with legal research, legislative drafting, and trial preparation on a variety of legal matters including employment, election, constitutional, and public records law. Prepared legal report to City Commission regarding policy level legal advice regarding funding for public services. Assisted with preparation for pre-trial conferences, depositions, and settlement conferences.

Gainesville, Florida Area

Organized and processed over 100+ permit request daily. Assisted over 900+ UF student organizations with event planning including permitting, venue booking, security, and securing vendors. Addressed 1000+ admitted undergraduate students and parents during New Students Orientation Week regarding the resources available to them at Student Activities and Involvement Office.

Miami, Florida

Drafted reports and correspondence for local agencies, such as Department of Children and Families, regarding child abuse cases. Drafted legal memoranda and professional letters on behalf of the Judge. Provided administrative support and maintained appointment calendar and docket schedule.

Pembroke Pines, Florida

Proactively engaged with customers to determine preferences and made merchandise recommendations. Followed latest trends to provide up-to-date information to consumers. Inquired about shopping experience and item preferences to determine consumer viability and retention. Processed customer payments and responsible for accurate money accounting.

Washington D.C. Metro Area

Assisted in designing and drafting yearly newsletter with pertinent policy updates distributed throughout South Florida regarding unemployment rates, universal health care, and education. Authored several press releases for congressional website, including “Hastings Recognizes 145th Anniversary of Juneteenth”. Processed and responded to constituent communications including mail, e-mail, and phone correspondence.

Gainesville, Florida

Organized volunteer recruitment activities, progressive meetings, and community events throughout the Gainesville and Alachua County area. Placed over 300+ phone calls to recruit new OFA volunteers and to inform individuals about President Obama’s health policy. Represented OFA college interns in coordinating Organizational Plan for the 2010 Mid-Term Elections.

Miami, Florida

Developed innovative filing system with over 1,000+ mayoral newspaper clippings, publications and press releases spanning over eight years. Assisted Press Director in posting up-to-date mayoral press releases. Provided clerical support in areas of file maintenance and preparation/processing of sensitive documentation.

Juris Doctor (J.D.), Law

Activities and Societies: The Florida Moot Court Team; American Civil Liberties Union, Gator Chapter; Black Law Student Association, W..

Master Of Science (M.S.), Management

Bachelor Of Arts (B.A.), Political Science And Sociology

Activities and Societies: Florida Blue Key; Iota Lambda Chapter of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc; University of Florida Student.