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My work spans landlord-tenant law, employment issues, ADA accommodations, and comprehensive support across our organization’s legal needs. I’m committed to advancing fair housing and equity in Seattle's public housing landscape.

Act as the internal legal advisor and liaison for the Department of Construction & Inspections in matters relating to: construction, housing/zoning, landlord-tenant, land use violations, vacant and unfit buildings.Coordinate with the City attorney’s office to prosecute civil cases in Seattle Municipal Court. Testify as the Department’s representative in trial; participate in administrative proceedings; assess and negotiate settlements; manage and investigate claims.

Seattle, Washington, United States

Provide legal representation and guidance to multiple healthcare facilities focusing on Employment-based disputes, compliance matters with the Department of Health, and contracts drafting and negotiation. Manage outside counsel on employment, IP, and immigration cases and litigation timelines.

Seattle, Washington, United States

Provide legal representation to insurance companies on various aspects of insurance defense includingfirst party coverage, bad faith (consumer protection), and third party defense. Participated in multiple arbitrations and motions hearings. Successfully argued motions for summary judgment.

Seattle, Wa

Represented Self-Insured Employers in Workers’ Compensation litigation (practicing administrative law)and worked with Washington State entities such as the Department of L&I and BIIA. Analyzed employee files and fact patterns and advised clients including HR managers and administrators on workers’ compensation pre-litigation strategies. Oversaw all the firm’s discovery processes by tracking and sending out subpoenas, conducting fact investigations (performed 3-4 discovery depositions a week, approximately 100+ depositions), briefing and engaging in discovery motions practice, and compiling discovery answers. Participated in mediations, negotiations, and alternative dispute resolution practices with injured workers.

West Seattle, Wa

Attorney at John G. Llewellyn, PLLC. (2017-2018)Legal Intern (2015-2017)Work included: Commercial law, business formation, Securities fraud (FINRA), Contested guardianships, Trust and Estate Dispute (TEDRA) litigation, estate planning, probate, and personal injury.

University Of Washington- Ag Division- Labor And Employment Team

Olympia, Wa

Everett, Wa

Olympia, Wa

Legislative Session Aide to the 21st District.Worked with Senator Marko Liias (and Senator Paull Shin) as staff in Olympia.

Human Resources Department

Assisted in the recruitment process including providing technical support to applicants, screening applicants, interviewing, and checking references.

University Park, Pa

Worked with Dr. Eubanks of Penn State University and Palmer Art Museum staff to research Japanese Woodblock prints for the Museum's collections. Polished critical writing skills, learned art preservation and handling techniques, and worked with library and museum staff with materials related to Asian literature and art.

Juris Doctor (J.D.)

Activities and Societies: Asian Pacific Islanders Law Student Association (APILSA) - Vice President, Korean American Law Student.

Bachelor Of Arts (Ba), History, Focus In Labor And Economics

Activities and Societies: SWAPS (Student Works at Penn State), PSU Human Rights Brigades, Penn State Global BrigadesGraduated in 3 years.

Education record

Coursework in American History

Coursework In Visual Arts

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