Jan Bernstein Email & Phone Number

Greater New York City Area

- Provide legal services for domestic violence victims on family and matrimonial matters.- Assess each client’s situation, educate them about the law and available social services, counsel them on legal options, and guide them through the legal process.- Draft petitions and represent clients in court proceedings to obtain orders of protection; custody and visitation; and child and spousal support.- Represent organization at public events in Westchester County to engage in community outreach.- Effectively interact with individuals from a wide range of cultures and backgrounds.

New York, New Jersey & Connecticut

- Volunteer through SwingLeft and Indivisible to help restore democracy and advance the Democratic agenda. - Canvass for Democratic candidates in US House, NY State Senate, and local Connecticut races.- Phone bank for Democratic candidates in federal, state, and local races to help achieve the goal of flipping the Senate, defending the House, and winning state-level races.- Actively participate in voter registration drives. Educate undecided voters and encourage Democratic voter turnout. - Campaigned for Representative Mikie Sherrill, Representative Antonio Delgado, and NYS Senator Pete Harckham. - Legal Assistant for Center for Social Welfare Policy and the Law.- Legislative Assistant for Senator Edward Kennedy, Chair of Senate Committee on Labor and Human Resources.

Armonk, Ny

- Revived dormant neighborhood association to lead grassroots movement opposing high-density residential development.- Planned events for residents and stakeholders to become involved and informed. Addressed audiences of 150+.- Developed collaborative working relationships with government officials and community groups.- Built team of volunteers and together substantially reduced the size of the development.

Greater New York City Area

- Handled general litigation cases. Extensive pro bono experience in First Amendment issues, zoning, and land use.- Conducted trial preparation from legal research to motion practice and drafting briefs.