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Houston, Texas, United States

Houston, Texas, United States

Oversaw audits and management of legal contracts, enhancing the efficiency of legal document handling processes, and ensuring all contractual engagements met legal standards and company objectives. Assisting in managing the company’s intellectual property portfolio, directly assisting in the negotiation and termination of critical licensing agreements that advanced the company's financial objectives. Advised Senior Counsel on legal strategy and risk management, providing insights that guided decisions and protected the company from potential legal exposure while adhering to a broad range of regulations throughout the United States and Canada.

Baton Rouge, Louisiana, United States

The Editor-in-Chief of the Southern University Law Center's Journal of International Law, Business, and Policy is responsible for overseeing the strategic direction, content development, and publication of the journal. This leadership role requires a deep understanding of legal scholarship, excellent communication skills, and a passion for driving impactful research and discourse in the fields of international law, business, and policy.

New Orleans, Louisiana, United States

Supporting Real Estate, Construction, and Corporate Defense teams in Louisiana and Texas with legal documentation, compliance, and risk identification for client advocacy.

Tokyo, Japan

As a Dispute Resolution Trainee at Ashurst Tokyo, I assisted the team in conducting legal research and analysis, contributing to case preparation by reviewing documents and organizing pertinent information. I actively participated in the drafting of various legal documents, including memos, briefs, and pleadings. Attending meetings and court hearings, I diligently took notes and summarize key points to ensure comprehensive understanding. I gathered relevant evidence to support our legal arguments by conducting factual investigations. Collaboration with team members is vital as we work together to develop effective case strategies and solutions. I maintained up-to-date knowledge of relevant laws, regulations, and industry developments to stay ahead. It was my responsibility to ensure accurate and organized case files and documentation.

Tokyo, Japan

Assisted in negotiating and drafting various commercial contracts, including technology licenses, service agreements, and content confidentiality licenses. Supported legal counsel in areas such as mergers and acquisitions, litigation, intellectual property, and regulatory compliance, focusing on international markets including the United States, the EU, and Southeast Asia. Contributed to developing compliance policies and strategies for expansions, particularly in Southeast Asia, aligning with OFAC regulations and integrating a culture of compliance into company expansion projects.

Tokyo, Japan

English Liaison for a law firm, facilitating language development of non-English speaking partners through legal terminology training and support in improving their English speaking and writing abilities.

Baton Rouge, Louisiana, United States

As the Managing Editor, I am one of the principal assistants in preparing each issue for publication. I am also responsible for performing substance checks throughout the editing process, managing external affairs between the Journal and the school, as well as editing page proofs and book proofs before final publication.

Houston, Texas, United States

Hands-on Evaluation of Master Service Agreements, Software service contracts, and lease agreements for Senior Counsel. Reviewed oil and gas property leases to monitor BP’s business transactions. Performed risk assessment and purposed course of action regarding domestic contract negotiations.

Visiting Semester, Law

Visiting Semester at Texas A&M School of Law completing final classes of Juris Doctor.

J.D., American/U.S. Law/Legal Studies/Jurisprudence

Graduated Cum Laude from the 2024 class, Editor-in-Chief of the Journal of International Law, Business, and Policy, IOBSE Student Scholar.

Global Legal Scholars Program, Law

Global Legal Scholar program for the spring semester of 2023, learning practical legal skills in Tokyo, Japan. I aim to return to Beasley.

Bachelors, Psychology

SGA President, President's Advisory Council, Student Ambassador, Residents Assistant, All-American in Football, Master Builder, Fran.