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Participated in scholarship program hosted by the global law practice, Eversheds Sutherland. One of six incoming J.D. candidates to partake in the initiative that included introductory law classes, on-site panels, and trainings at Eversheds Sutherland’s DC office.

Drafted requests to revise, complaints, objections to requests to revise, and motions for summary judgment; conducted legal research utilizing Westlaw; compiled materials for discovery. Accompanied lawyers to courts, including the CT Appellate Court.

Member of the DI Cross Country, Indoor, and Outdoor Track team at The George Washington University.

Served in the chamber of Honorable Alexander Tisch of the Appellate Term of the New York Supreme Court, First Judicial Department. Prepared draft decisions and court orders, conducted legal research, and crafted bench memos in preparation for oral arguments regarding motions for summary judgment.

Organized and maintained candidate information files within the State and Local department database. Conducted research and compiled updates on relevant choice legislation. Provided organization, communicative and general staff support to all members of the department.

Assisted constituents facing difficulties with federal agencies. Resolved casework requests, serving as a liaison between federal, state, and local agencies and constituents of Congresswoman DeLauro. Assisted in executing events and meetings as part of the Congresswoman's staff.

Provided direct support to immigrants both in Connecticut and those displaced along the southern border. Tasks included finding resources such as living accommodations, physical and mental health support, education opportunities, transportation, and other services.

Assisted in the execution of family events held at the museum. Transitioned to helping revive its online presence during the pandemic, allowing materials to be available to a broader audience electronically.

Responsible for contacting students interested in traveling abroad, setting up and assisting during events, answering student inquiries regarding transfer credits, and managing the data within the CATS applicant tracking system.