Participated in the drafting of proposed legislation, amendments to proposed legislation, and the related supporting materials. Drafted motion for class certification in large Medicaid class action. Prepared memoranda on potential litigation regarding voucher programs across the nation. Prepared and conducted witness interviews, coordinated and conducted legal research, and drafted correlating memoranda in preparation for filing complaints or initiating other administrative action. Prepared for and conducted client intake interviews for litigation over the role of law enforcement in public schools. Researched suspension policies in parishes across the Louisiana. Worked with the Louisiana Department of Education, Orleans Parish School Board, and independent monitors on the implementation of a consent judgement regarding the adherence of Orleans Parish schools to requirements of the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act. Drafted public records requests seeking policy and data from state agencies.

Researched and drafted bench memoranda, draft opinions, and summaries for cases pending before Judge Donald. Prepared recommendations for draft opinions written by staff attorneys and other chambers. Prepared recommendations for en banc petitions before the judge, including time sensitive en banc petitions, such as those related to the 2016 elections. Drafted communications to other Sixth Circuit Judges regarding cases before the Court.

Securities GroupLitigation DepartmentAssisted in deposition and trial preparation for equal protection and first amendment violation claims. Wrote interview memoranda and assisted with witness interviews. Helped prepare a memorandum and presentation in response to a Wells Notice from the SEC. Assisted in researching and drafting motions including motions to dismiss state breach of fiduciary duty derivative actions, opposition to motions for class certification, and discovery motions relating to federal securities class actions. Participated in Big Brothers, Big Sisters Work Place Mentoring Program.

Researched and prepared trial brief on discrete issues such as chain of custody, venue, and expert testimony. Assisted with the trial preparation for a business and securities fraud trial.