Kenrick F. Roberts, Esq. Email & Phone Number

Gaithersburg, Maryland

• Represent clients before the Maryland Workers’ Compensation Commission• Litigate cases in the circuit and appellate courts of Maryland• Research, write, and edit appellate pleadings• Manage and supervise support staff including workers’ compensation paralegal and litigation paralegal • Serve as firm representative at various marketing and educational conferences and events

• Conducted legal research and prepared bench memoranda on various civil and criminal issues• Drafted orders and opinions• Communicated with counsel regarding case management and procedural requirements• Assisted the judge in chambers and during courtroom proceedings• Collaborated with chambers staff and court personnel for high-volume case management• Performed administrative duties at the judge’s request

Washington D.C. Metro Area

• Provided guidance on all university policies and procedures, logistical support, and resources pertaining to 100+ student organizations• Advised and oversaw all student organizations, student leaders, and student events at the law center• Supervised student organization budgets and ensured that university procedures werefollowed• Managed all student organization resources• Updated Student Organization Policies and Operating Procedures annually

Washington D.C. Metro Area

• Completed substantive and technical editing of articles in preparation for publication in the Law Review’s annual volume(s)• Facilitated all Law Review related design and development projects • Maintained all correspondence on behalf of the Law Review including managing the Law Review’s official e-mail account; website; and social media accounts

Washington D.C. Metro Area

• Represented client in the tax exempt application process before the Internal Revenue Service• Prepared client's application for tax exempt status-- IRS Form 1023• Performed legal research relevant to applying for 501(c)(3) tax exempt status • Advised client on various organization structures• Researched relevant Internal Revenue Service and District of Columbia nonprofit statutes, requirements and regulations• Assisted client with amending organization bylaws to ensure compliance with IRS and District of Columbia nonprofit regulations

Washington D.C. Metro Area

• Observed trials and assisted with trial preparation on a criminal misdemeanor calendar• Drafted various bench memoranda, orders to show cause, and orders on motions to dismiss, motions to convert trial to status hearing, and motions to seal records• Conducted substantive and procedural legal research on criminal and civil issues that came before the court• Reviewed and summarized Alleged Violation Reports and Request for Judicial Action Reports

Washington D.C. Metro Area

• Wrote and filed major portions of a successful Appellate brief with the Board of Immigration Appeals on behalf of client in the appeal of a removal decision filed by the Department of Homeland Security-Immigration and Customs Enforcement• Assisted clients in filing asylum application, renewing work authorization, and preparing for individual merits hearing• Informed and counseled client through filing U-Visa application

Washington D.C. Metro Area

• Performed legal research and writing related to violations of the District of Columbia Code of Conduct• Assisted with preparation for hearings• Provided other support to the Senior Attorney Advisor

Washington D.C. Metro Area

• Analyzed District of Columbia budget issues and emerging legislation and participated in advocacy strategies • Researched, wrote, brainstormed, and provided administrative support for the District’s Coalition of Housing and Homeless Organizations (COHHO)• Examined, analyzed and wrote reports and memos as needed• Explored local legislation on Visitability Requirements for renovated housing• Attended meetings and hearings at the City Council• Researched DC Housing Authority and federal regulations for housing applications• Drafted templates for Fact Sheet and Call-in Script for Homeless Services Budget issues.• Provided guidance to SOME’s Human Resources Department on new Child Sexual Abuse Reporting bill• Organized SOME’s first Advocacy Fair• Co-facilitated client advocacy group• Facilitated voter registration

Washington D.C. Metro Area

• Oversaw day-to-day operations of a residential neighborhood of 450 residents • Trained, supervised, and evaluated paraprofessional student staff members • Implemented outcomes based curriculum designed to positively impact student development, engagement, and retention • Managed operational budget for residential community• Counseled and advised students and staff in regards to interpersonal, social, and academic issues • Served as a Student Conduct officer for code of conduct violations • Facilitated Brief Alcohol Screening & Intervention for College Students (BASICS)• Participated in Area Coordinator duty rotation for 24 hour facility and emergency management • Developed web based tools for residents including neighborhood website and curriculum for Resident Assistant Online training • Chaired departmental committees for RA Recognition and Training

Juris Doctor, Law, Cum Laude

Activities and Societies: UDC Law Review, Student Bar Association, Black Law Students Association, Legal Writing Teaching Assistant, Phi.

Master Of Science, College Student Affairs/Conflict Analysis & Resolution

Activities and Societies: Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity, Inc. SHSS Student Government Association

Bachelor Of Arts, In Sociology, Minor In: Political Science

Activities and Societies: Kappa Alpha Psi, Fraternity, Inc., Progressive Black Men, Inc., Residence Life, LeaderShape, Campus Activities.