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Los Angeles, Ca, Us

Los Angeles , Ca, Us

In-house counsel role providing subject matter expertise in labor and employment matters to business and operation divisions within the City of Los Angeles Department of Airports, commonly referred to as Los Angeles World Airports (LAWA). Provide business-partner focused compliance guidance on all matters of employer-employee relations in the commercial aviation space that is at the intersection of business, government, and politics

Atlanta, Georgia, Us

Represented and advised employers in all aspects of employment law. Defended employers in single-plaintiff litigation on claims of wrongful termination, discrimination, retaliation, and harassment in state and federal courts in California. Defended employers in wage-and-hour class and representative actions. Represented employers in administrative tribunals, such as the California Department of Labor Standards Enforcement (DLSE). Represented higher education institutions in Title IX and other student discipline matters.

Los Angeles, Ca, Us

Advised and counseled K-12 public school district and post-secondary institutions throughout California on all manner of employment related issues arising from unionized workforces. Represented public entities in employee discrimination and harassment complaints based on protected categories of sex/gender, race/national origin, disability, and age. Counseled management on First Amendment, FERPA, and Title IX issues governing educational institutions. Conducted workplace investigations. Provided training on sexual harassment/discrimination prevention practices.

San Mateo, California, Us

Represented survivors of domestic violence in civil court in evidentiary hearings and court trials.

Oakland, Ca, Us

Represented survivors of domestic violence in evidentiary hearings and other family law matters related to child custody and support.

Represented asylum petitioners before the United States Citizenship and Immigration Services.

San Francisco, Ca, Us

Edited and organized chapters of a book project on the legal and sociocultural dimensions of Asian gangs, particularly with respect to youth, refugee status and immigration. Drafted chapter introductions in accordance with section content and publisher guidelines.

Sacramento, Ca, Us

EAM - Employment and Administrative Mandate Section. Research federal and state statutes of anti-discrimination laws, whistleblower laws and disability accommodations for advising on business management decisions. Draft exposure and strategy letters that analyze the areas of liability to assist in evaluating the cost of a case and settlement options. Prepare writs of administrative mandate challenging California State Personnel Board decisions.

San Francisco, California, Us

Research and draft bench memoranda on civil and precedential matters related to mentally disordered offenders’ constitutional rights. Observe and assist judge in courtroom proceedings and pretrial conferences.

Redwood City, Ca, Us

Conduct preliminary hearings involving pre-Proposition 47 felony drug possession crimes. Research, write motions and conduct associated evidentiary hearings in court in opposition to suppression motions involving Fourth Amendment search and seizure issues. Examine and cross-examine witnesses and experts. Prepare lay witnesses and experts to testify in court and provide declarations.

Washington, Dc, Us

Investigate retirement and health plans for compliance with the Employee Retirement Income Security Act (ERISA). Compile and review private sector benefit plan documents and corresponding financial reports to identify fiduciary breaches. Interview company executives. Draft ongoing investigative reports, investigation document requests, and closing investigation letters detailing violations of ERISA and future compliance efforts.

Los Angeles, Ca, Us

Assist individual seeking to re-enter the workforce find jobs and develop skills and training.

Los Angeles, Ca, Us

Selected as one of twelve fellows for the Coro Southern California Fellows Program in Public Affairs out of a national pool for an experienced-based program designed to prepare individuals for leadership and governance in public affairs. The public affairs sector experiences included, the City of Los Angeles Transportation Department, Metropolitan Theatre Corporation, United Farm Workers Union, and the League of Women Voters, Los Angeles.

Doctor Of Law (J.D.)

Master Of Arts (M.A.), Latino Lgbtq Literature

Bachelor Of Arts (B.A.), Gender Studies And Spanish