• Provide legal advice and full litigation services to low-income tenants facing eviction in AlamedaCounty, under attorney supervision.• Prepare court filings, draft motions, conduct legal research, and craft substantive legal argumentsto defend clients in unlawful detainer cases, managing a diverse caseload.• Negotiate live settlements at the courthouse with opposing counsel, securing favorable terms forpro per tenants and helping them avoid the complexities of self-representation at trial.

• Selected as a Fellow for exceptional performance in consumer law studies and involvement withthe Center throughout law school.• Engage in nationwide legislative advocacy, draft amicus briefs, and conduct legal research incollaboration with consumer protection coalitions and partner organizations.• Act as a student ambassador for consumer law, promoting consumer law curriculums at other lawschools and representing the Center at conferences and events throughout the country.

• Drafted comprehensive legal memo on notice of wage garnishment for federal student loan debt, provided to the Student Borrower Protection Center for use in advocacy and policy work.• Conducted investigative research on income share agreements for a state agency’s consumer protection division, culminating in a fact-finding memo that highlighted potentially deceptive practices by private educational institutions. Gained experience working with government agencies on sensitive matters requiring a high degree of professionalism and confidentiality.• Analyzed California’s Immigration Consultants Act and conducted a comparative analysis of other states’ legal frameworks for combatting notario fraud. Drafted new language for inclusion in a pending Public Counsel report on notario fraud in California.

• Conducted legal research and analysis on state campaign finance and ethics laws, contributing to the development of strategies to address potential regulatory concerns.• Assisted in preparing economic and policy analyses related to pending state legislation, focusing on its implications for consumers and small businesses.• Drafted legal memoranda exploring the application of consumer protection laws to innovative financial products, providing insights into regulatory compliance and industry practices.• Researched and contributed to efforts aimed at addressing issues related to the regulation of educational finance products within the state.

• Managed a weekly pro bono project providing limited-scope legal advice to Bay Area tenants on habitability issues, landlord disputes, and housing insecurity.• Coordinated with EBCLC attorneys to ensure project efficiency, train student volunteers, and maintain a comprehensive database of students’ legal work product.

Under attorney supervision, provided legal advice and litigation services to low-income tenants facing eviction. Prepared court filings, conducted legal research, crafted substantive legal arguments, and drafted letters to landlords and housing authorities on behalf of clients.

• Committed to a year of public service as an AmeriCorp VISTA volunteer providing legal assistance to low-income veterans, seniors, and undocumented workers impacted by COVID-19.• Organized direct service legal clinics and developed detailed know-your-rights presentations, providing essential legal information to marginalized communities in New York City.• Drafted policy memos on issues affecting New York’s veteran population and contributed to non- profit management through grant-writing and longterm project planning.• Led coalition-building initiatives to enhance program development, including fostering partnerships with universities and community organizations throughout New York state.

• Managed a team of paralegals within a dedicated practice group for the firm’s largest client. Served as lead paralegal on multibillion-dollar transactions and investment funds, providing critical support in high-profile deals and ensuring effective delegation of time-sensitive tasks.• Regularly entrusted with associate-level responsibilities, including legal analysis and direct client interaction, due to proven competence and efficiency. Frequently staffed directly under partners in roles typically reserved for associates, contributing substantively to high-profile matters.• Conducted ESG research and authored the majority of the client’s annual Sustainability Report, positioning the client as a leader in responsible investment practices.• Prepared and delivered firm-wide presentations outlining best practices for client engagement and transaction management when working on matters for firm’s largest client.