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Denver, Co, Us

Denver, Co

Developed and managed the legislative agenda for the Attorney General while supporting the various state departments with legal and policy advice. Secured $120,000 in additional funding for the Safe2Tell program to mitigate funding losses and challenges as part of the COVID-10 pandemic. Key expert on data privacy, consumer protection efforts, and criminal justice improvements. Support outreach and engagement efforts to help with messaging and to build out the department engagement network.Litigate various professional licensing cases on behalf of the Department of Regulatory Agencies and their professional boards.

Pueblo, Colorado, United States

Member of the Colorado Chemical Demilitarization Citizens’ Advisory Commission. Attended meetings and heard public input related to the demilitarization process.

Denver, Co

Successfully managed and passed the Department’s 2019 legislative agenda, including managing 34 sunrise and sunset bills while maintaining 95% of report recommendations and while tracking over 150 bills.Advised the Executive Director on external messaging and policy and coordinated stakeholder efforts across 10 divisions, including the Public Utilities Commission, the Broadband Deployment Board, and the Division of Insurance.Advanced policy to reduce healthcare insurance costs in Colorado and to increase access.

Denver, Co

Tracked legislative priorities, reviewed pending legislation, coordinated department liaisons, and provided general support with a focus on the Departments of Regulatory Agencies, Public Health and Environment, and Revenue. Developed and coordinated multiple statewide engagement tours for the Governor of Colorado to build strong community connections and discuss policy goals. Reviewed and vetted over 200 pardon and clemency applications. Conducted sensitive applicant interviews and drafted official letters.

Denver, Co

Analyzed data and policy for long-term services and support, access to insurance, and coverage in Colorado. Provided expertise and assistance to the Colorado Department of Health Care Policy and Financing in support of the No Wrong Door grant with a three-year grant being awarded in October, 2015 totaling $723,823.

Denver, Co

Rendered key assistance to the Executive Director by conducting thorough research and analysis in public health, primary care integration, and other health policy issues. Meticulously conducted a 50-state survey of health and environmental services offered by state governments to determine trends and best practices to guide the Executive Director.

Boulder, Co

Administered vital assistance in strategic planning initiatives for the Communications Technology Laboratory (CTL), by conducting in-depth staff and manager interviews.

Denver, Colorado

Analyzed Colorado Department of Correction annual reports, health insurance rates, and poverty rates, along with other Colorado issues, and prepared memoranda on the subjects to brief the Chief of Staff. Drafted timely remarks for the Chief of Staff’s public speaking engagements for groups such as the Department of Homeland Security and Emergency Management Preparedness Conference and the Colorado Woman’s Bar Association. Created and developed an intern handbook to provide training, guidance, and insight to enable future interns to be successful.

Akron, Ohio

Researched damages issues regarding nursing home litigation including: an overview of issues facing the elderly in compensation, allocating liability, punitive damages, and tort reform. In addition, aided in the creation of a network made up of legislators and key leaders within Ohio to advance policy and discussion on pressing healthcare issues.

Akron, Ohio

Tutored first and second year law students in all required law classes: Civil Procedure, Constitutional Law, Contract Law, Criminal Law, Evidence, Professional Responsibility, Property Law, and Tort Law. I also offered practical advice for general success in law school.

Littleton, Colorado

Gave initial reviews of all motions submitted to the court, created briefs, and discuss potential rulings to be made with Judge Ollada. Worked closely with the Judge and Court Administrator to update and clarify court policies and procedures, such as docket structuring and internal process, while assisting Judge Ollada with the transition from criminal to civil court.

Washington D.C. Metro Area

Provided general office support through administrative tasks, researching bill statuses and constituent issues, preparing memos on Congressional hearings, and responding to constituent letters. I also led tours of the Capitol to visiting constituents.

Doctor Of Law (J.D.), International Law And Legal Studies

Activities and Societies: Student Bar Association, International Law Society, Akron Public Interest Law Society

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

Activities and Societies: Founding father, Sigma Pi Fraternity Received a minor in Security and Intelligence. Accepted into a fellowship.