Lorena Diaz-Germes Email & Phone Number

New York, Ny, Us

Albany, Ny

Contributed to creating a subpoena response procedure as part of the new legal team manual and responding to a third-party subpoena; drafted one-pager directive based on updated guidance to advise the Policy team on how to legally use and publish legislative scorecards; researched and analyzed case law to draft an internal legal memo re: the permissibility of DEI initiatives in the workplace; completed review, analysis and abstract breakdown of contractual agreements between the Center and… Show more Contributed to creating a subpoena response procedure as part of the new legal team manual and responding to a third-party subpoena; drafted one-pager directive based on updated guidance to advise the Policy team on how to legally use and publish legislative scorecards; researched and analyzed case law to draft an internal legal memo re: the permissibility of DEI initiatives in the workplace; completed review, analysis and abstract breakdown of contractual agreements between the Center and various funders, network partners, and vendors; completed review and assisted in negotiation of contractual terms of a loan servicing transfer agreement between the Center's lending subsidiary and a program funder. Show less

Attended and transcribed New York City Council committee hearings and press conferences weekly for a lobbying firm to produce detailed write-ups to update our internal team; reviewed budget presentations to inform associates what the state legislature is prioritizing; assisted in advocacy calls relating to New Yorkers for Culture & Arts; gained knowledge on applying for discretionary funding through the city council and several non-profit agencies; and collaborated with team members to update… Show more Attended and transcribed New York City Council committee hearings and press conferences weekly for a lobbying firm to produce detailed write-ups to update our internal team; reviewed budget presentations to inform associates what the state legislature is prioritizing; assisted in advocacy calls relating to New Yorkers for Culture & Arts; gained knowledge on applying for discretionary funding through the city council and several non-profit agencies; and collaborated with team members to update company spreadsheets on crucial council information and deadlines. Show less

New York, New York

New York, New York

Facilitated and oversaw all preparation processes before events began; worked efficiently with assigned table partners to meet patrons’ needs in a timely manner; and assisted in ensuring all tables were set up, cleaned, and organized in accordance with company rules and regulations prior to, during, and at the end of service.

New York, New York

Researched and presented Know Your Rights tenant workshops on awareness of new rental right; assisted with organizing of tenant association meetings to strategize responses to the pandemic; arranged coalition meetings with stakeholders as part of the Cancel Rent statewide housing campaign; transcribed audio of Housing Court records for the legal team’s use; completed virtual housing workshops for training on municipal housing and public housing policy; and completed research, collected records,… Show more Researched and presented Know Your Rights tenant workshops on awareness of new rental right; assisted with organizing of tenant association meetings to strategize responses to the pandemic; arranged coalition meetings with stakeholders as part of the Cancel Rent statewide housing campaign; transcribed audio of Housing Court records for the legal team’s use; completed virtual housing workshops for training on municipal housing and public housing policy; and completed research, collected records, and prepared briefings for staff on preparations for a housing lawsuit. Show less

Albany, New York

Prepared legislative memorandums to brief member on new legislation and co-sponsorship requests; drafted and edited budget letters to the Speaker of the Assembly requesting budget items for FY 2020-21; delivered and retrieved legislative materials to and from the legislative office building and the N.Y. State Capitol; managed and prepared the member’s Albany calendar with lobbyist appointments and assembly business; and assisted with legislative tracker maintenance – organized movement on the… Show more Prepared legislative memorandums to brief member on new legislation and co-sponsorship requests; drafted and edited budget letters to the Speaker of the Assembly requesting budget items for FY 2020-21; delivered and retrieved legislative materials to and from the legislative office building and the N.Y. State Capitol; managed and prepared the member’s Albany calendar with lobbyist appointments and assembly business; and assisted with legislative tracker maintenance – organized movement on the member’s bills and listed priorities. Show less

Queens, New York

Provided excellent customer service to meet patrons needs and promptly resolve issues and oversaw the store’s operational paperwork and calculated weekly sales.

New York, New York

Aided freshmen, transfer students and students on academic probation in their academic journey, providing them with all the resources and advisement necessary to persevere both in their studies and mental health. Also engaged with students via social media to encourage networking and introduce academic and internship opportunities.

New York, New York

Completed a term-long project to create an organizing strategy blueprint for NYIC to advance immigrant demands, and completed Immigrant Know Your Rights workshops on DACA and presented to high school students and further connected vulnerable immigrants to safe spaces.

Doctor Of Law - Jd

Activities and Societies: Vice President of Latin American Law Student Association; Clerk of Phi Alpha Delta; Secretary of Immigration Law.

Bachelor Of Science - Bs, Criminal Justice

Activities and Societies: Secretary of the John Jay DREAMers, SEEK FLAGS Peer Mentor, Women’s Empowerment Society, Dominican Student.