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Arlington, Va, Us

Arlington, Va, Us

Washington, District Of Columbia, United States

Arlington, Virginia, United States

Directs Conviction Review Unit, evaluating matters involving police misconduct, Brady/Giglio issues, DNA testing, FOIA and other post-conviction requests, and conducting investigations of actual innocence claims.Reports directly to the Commonwealth’s Attorney for Arlington County, drafting reports and analyses regarding potential conviction integrity concerns.Drafts policies and guidelines related to the Conviction Review Unit’s operation and goals.

Washington, District Of Columbia, United States

I am the president of DC Strokes Rowing Club, a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization. In this role, I ensure that our club is in compliance with local and federal laws, ensure that we sufficiently document our club's activities and execute coaching contracts and equipment sharing plans with other teams. I also direct the activities of other board members to ensure that the board satisfies its responsibilities and is able to offer various rowing programs to our club members. I frequently problem solve as issues arise and manage board relationships to ensure a collegial and collaborative environment.

District Of Columbia, United States

Engaged in motions practice in federal, state, and tribal contract litigation matters in the insurance and pharmaceutical industries. Litigated the novel question of whether the SARS-CoV-2 virus caused direct physical damage to properties in dozens of matters brought by businesses for business interruption insurance claims and Represented a pharmacy benefits manager against hundreds of pharmacies in multi-state litigation to enforce arbitration provisions.Participated internal investigations and Foreign Corrupt Practices Act investigations, including conducting document review and analysis, drafting white papers and investigative summaries, and preparing presentations to the government. Investigated various anticorruption matters involving companies in Brazil and negotiated DPAs with DOJ in FCPA matters, and conducted internal investigations into bribery allegations and concerns for various banks and companies administering international projects funded by the World Bank.Worked on various other matters including: o Environmental compliance matter regarding emissionso Annual administrative reviews regarding tax rates on lumber imports from Canadao Employment law dispute regarding time worked off the clock Built robust pro bono practice focused on matters related to post-conviction relief and prisoner rights, including matters related to innocence, compassionate release, solitary confinement, non-unanimous jury verdicts, and a class action matter against ICE regarding conditions of confinement during the COVID-19 outbreak.Led pro bono team in preparing an asylum application for Afghan evacuee

Ann Arbor, Mi

Investigated and participated in post-conviction litigation based on new evidence and Brady violations resulting in four exonerations to date: Justly Johnson, Kendrick Scott, Ray McCann, and Kelvin Nolen. Participated in the investigation in preparation of filing a motion for relief from judgment for Karen Boes based in part on changes in fire science. Screened questionnaires for viable claims of innocence and drafted recommendations.

Detroit, Michigan

Washington D.C. Metro Area

Washington D.C.

2196 Commons Parkway Okemos, Mi 48864

Met with clients to discuss and update them about their cases. Also reviewed case files, helped analyze case law and develop cross examination questions.

Berlin, Germany

Supervised by the warden of all 4 of the women's penitentiaries in Berlin. Attended staff meetings, including drug discovery meetings, and meetings between inmate representatives and warden. Shadowed employees on the prison staff including the psychologist, social workers, warden, and junvenile station teacher. Conducted site visits to the other prisons, court houses and trials, all in German.

East Lansing

Undergraduate research assistant for the MSU Criminal Justice department professors Doctors Holt and Chermak on the use of social media and online activities of extremist groups. Funded by the National Institute of Justice in the U. S. Department of Justice.

Lansing, Michigan Area

• Acted as extra security during football games and other MSU events, including searches• Monitored prisoners detained for drug and alcohol violations• CPR certified

Lansing, Michigan Area

• Answered crisis line calls over 24 hours shifts• Responded to the hospital as a medical advocate over 24 hour shifts• Presented information on the organization (such as at the Women’s Leadership Conference 2013)

Silver Bay, New York

• Made and answered phone calls from guests and other departments• Checked in and checked out guests • Took payment for balances on guest accounts

Lansing, Michigan Area

• Filed and input data entry for constituent casework and mail• Conducted research for constituent casework• Took notes on committee sessions and bills

Juris Doctor (J.D.)

Activities and Societies: Associate Editor of the Michigan Journal of Law Reform; Pro Bono Chair of the Criminal Law Society; volunteer.

Bachelor'S Degrees, Political Theory And Constitutional Democracy, And Criminal Justice

Activities and Societies: James Madison College, Honors College, Michigan State University Shooting Sports Club, Michigan State University.

High School

Activities and Societies: Varsity Tennis, Marching Band

High School

Activities and Societies: National Honor Society, Model United Nations

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