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Advise and assist the Contract Administration Unit with all stages of procurement including drafting and negotiating, Q&A, and conflict resolution in accordance with the New York State Finance Law. Advise and assist program offices with all issues and inquiries relating to contracts and procurement. Negotiate and draft contract terms on behalf of the New York State Education Department. Maintain regular correspondence with the Office of the State Comptroller and New York State Office of the Attorney General regarding contract procurement, payment and vendor responsibility matters. Advise and assist the Privacy Office with contract terms and issues regarding privacy and data security. Conduct vendor responsibility reviews and hearings relating to current and potential vendors. Review and issue decisions regarding bid protests from potential vendors.

Albany, New York

Assisted partners with all stages of insurance defense and general liability litigation.

Albany, New York

Assist with all stages of construction and commercial litigation proceedings involving discovery, depositions, and trial preparation. Draft research memoranda, motions, pleadings, and documents related to discovery. Served as second chair for a bench trial on damages in the Dutchess County Supreme Court. Made numerous court appearances for traffic violations and appeared on behalf of a client for a felony and misdemeanor bail hearing.

Albany, New York

Participated in government contract review including grant proposals and Minority and Women-Owned Business Enterprise (MWBE) compliance issues. Drafted research memoranda, discovery requests, motions and pleadings for civil litigation and estate planning matters.

Troy, New York

Post bar judicial intern under the Honorable Patrick J. McGrath. Researched and drafted opinions on motions for summary judgment, motions to compel, motions for default judgment and Article 78 proceedings. Researched and drafted bench memorandum on the duties of a guardian of the property.

San Francisco Bay Area

Assisted the General Counsel with issues regarding business law, corporate governance, and intellectual property.

Golden Gate University School Of Law

Assisted taxpayers with state income tax disputes against the California Franchise Tax Board (FTB) under supervision of a Board of Equalization’s Taxpayer Rights Advocate Office attorney. Responsibilities included gathering and identifying evidence, researching and drafting legal briefs and conducting client interviews.

San Francisco

Assisted Deputy Attorney Generals in the Licensing Division with civil litigation matters. Responsibilities included: drafting pleadings; researching and writing applicable issues; drafting witness questions; conducting witness preparation.

San Francisco Bay Area

Assisted research attorneys in the Presiding Judge's Department. Researched and drafted memos regarding pre-trial civil procedure and appeal issues. Drafted orders for service by publication and guardian ad litem requests. Briefed and drafted temporary restraining orders.

San Francisco Bay Area

Worked under supervising attorney in a landlord tenant dispute. Conducted initial client-interview and maintained regular client contact. Drafted a demand letter and correspondence with opposing counsel.

San Francisco Bay Area

Managed firm’s newly submitted investment and insurance contracts from initial application to underwriter’s approval; communicated with advisors and Home Office to ensure business would report in a timely manner. Monitored compliance procedures to ensure all client funds were deposited or distributed properly. Created and implemented new recruiting practices for the firm . Maintained vendor relationships through scheduling, billing, and service contracts. Served as executive assistant to firm’s partner; duties included proofreading all inter office memos

Albany, New York Area

Maintained patients' medical records while complying with HIPPAA.

Doctor Of Law (J.D.), Law

Activities and Societies: Honors Lawyering Program, Environmental Law Journal,The Business Law Association, Asian Pacific American Law.

Bachelor Of Arts (B.A.), Psychology, Magna Cum Laude

Activities and Societies: Sigma Delta Tau, Psi Chi International Honor Society in Psychology, Vega Junior and Senior Women's Honor Society