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White Plains, New York, United States

White Plains, Ny

-Advised municipal and private clients through the land use review process -Counseled clients through the SEQRA review process -Represented clients in Article 78 proceedings-Represented clients before local administrative and legislative bodies on permitting matters

Greater New York City Area

-Drafted the administrative chapter of a form-based code for East Farmingdale, NY. -Drafted zoning code amendments creating special use permits allowing mixed-use developments throughout multiple zoning districts in Ossining, NY and Babylon, NY.-Researched and wrote memoranda on reasonable accommodation claims under the Fair Housing Act, bus rapid transit systems, green infrastructure, parking management, tree ordinances, and the use of private restrictive covenants to mitigate hazards. -Completed a gap analysis of Ossining, NY's zoning code and comprehensive plan in order to highlight opportunities for promoting smart growth.-Completed significant portions of grant applications to secure funding for initiatives in the area of community development.-Facilitated community meetings addressing the update of Tarrytown, NY's Comprehensive Plan. -Prepared a report on the jurisdictional issues at the federal and state levels preventing the construction of complete streets.

Greater New York City Area

-Prepared land use development proposals, including substantive arguments as to how proposals conformed with the Town of Greenwich, CT’s Plan of Conservation and Development and zoning regulations, and filed related applications with the Town. -Collaborated with Managing Attorney to develop arguments as to why zoning variance requests sought by clients should be approved by the Town of Greenwich, CT's Planning and Zoning Board of Appeals, including how existing zoning regulations were uniquely burdensome on clients.-Conducted research into and drafted legal arguments regarding the extent of property rights, the burden on applicants seeking zoning variances, and the purview of local land use boards and incorporated same into motions being filed as a part of ongoing litigation. -Researched the Town of Greenwich's property records in order to determine the rights and obligations of landowners. -Composed and filed public notices of recently submitted land use applications as required by the Town of Greenwich, CT.

Greater New York City Area

-Researched and wrote memoranda reviewing obligations of developers under the terms of both housing affordability programs and accessibility regulations. -Proposed text amendments to the Village’s Zoning Code to ensure consistency between its various requirements. -Reviewed developers’ draft environmental impact statements for omissions of significant environmental concerns and critiqued unsupported claims. -Completed a variety of grant funding applications seeking financial support for investment in public infrastructure, as well as to support private-public partnerships. -Oversaw collaborative projects undertaken by the Village's Corporation Counsel and Planning Departments.

Greater New York City Area

-Drafted an opinion responding to a motion to dismiss in a suit brought under the Federal Tort Claims Act. -Drafted an opinion responding to a motion for summary judgement in a suit brought under the Fair Debt Collection Procedures Act. -Proofread legal memoranda addressed to the Chief Judge to ensure conformance with the Bluebook, credible citations to case law and statutes, and logical arguments. -Responded to research inquiries by the Chief Judge and her Clerks with comprehensive reviews of case law and statutory requirements.

Greater Chicago Area

-Drafted title insurance claims, as well as Reformation Counts and Declaratory Judgments.-Proposed alternative curative options for title defects when indemnification offers were denied.-Analyzed the severity of title defects and their impact on the validity of foreclosure referrals.-Determined when property titles were clear and marketable. -Allowed foreclosure referrals to proceed to judgment or sale as title defects were cured. -Answered clients' daily inquires into the status of their title insurance claims and foreclosure referrals.

Urbana-Champaign, Illinois Area

-Developed campaign promoting new municipal practices and zoning regulations oriented towards crime prevention through environmental design. -Reviewed zoning variance and development proposals and presented recommendations on these proposals to the appropriate land use review bodies. -Authored Annexation Agreements and submitted them for review by Corporation Counsel.-Completed grant applications to fund various housing and planning initiatives. -Assessed impacts of judicial decisions on administration of local TIF Districts.-Developed regulatory schemes that addressed emerging elements of the shared economy.-Drafted budget for publicly-funded social services and tracked annual disbursements. -Created design regulations for projects located in the downtown district and conducted related public out-reach.-Coordinated with business owners to allow for use of public rights-of-way by private parties.

Urbana-Champaign, Illinois Area

-Built a sense of community among a diverse population of residents.-Provided programming opportunities which emphasized the value of diversity and self-care.-Addressed residents’ mental and physical well-being, as well as their interpersonal concerns.-Collaborated with stakeholders to create goals for short and long-term facility improvement plans.-Enforced community standards to ensure residents' safety.

Urbana-Champaign, Illinois Area

-Facilitated communication between administrators and residents.-Assisted with organizing social and educational programming opportunities for residents. -Drafted budget for the Ikenberry South Residence Halls and tracked halls' account balance.-Responsible for staff schedules, office management, and inventory of supplies.-Prepared excel spreadsheets and other notices as requested.

Urbana-Champaign, Illinois Area

-Oversaw guest check-in and check-out procedures and processed payments for housing.-Addressed guests’ concerns regarding housing and maintenance.-Enforced site-specific security measures.-Facilitated communication between guests and event organizers.-Supported event planning, organization, and facilitation.

Greater Chicago Area

-Assisted Partners with preparation of exhibits and affidavits for use in ongoing litigation related to reinsurance.-Reviewed expert testimony and highlighted meaningful statements for use by Partners. -Conducted research into past reinsurance litigation matters. -Facilitated communication between Partners, Paralegals, and clients.-Accompanied Partners to networking events and worked to enhance firm-client relationships.

Greater Chicago Area

-Inventoried and addressed constituents’ concerns.-Ensured developers' and property owners' compliance with Zoning Code. -Attended open and closed meetings on development proposals.-Requested services by municipal departments.-Assisted with outreach events focusing on building relationships with constituents.-Drafted regular newsletter to constituents.-Promoted neighborhood events through digital marketing strategies and improved accessibility to these events for vendors.

Doctor Of Law (Jd), Advanced Certificate Of Environmental Law, Class Of 2019

Activities and Societies: Pace Environmental Law Review Editorial Board (Article Group Editor), Land Use Law Center (Research Assistant).

Master Of Urban Planning (Mup), Class Of 2015

Activities and Societies: Student Planning Organization (Chapter of the American Planning Association)During graduate school.

Bachelor Of Arts (B.A.), Urban Planning, Class Of 2014

Activities and Societies: Student Planning Organization (Chapter of the American Planning Association), PRISM LGBTQA Advocate GroupAs.