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Albany, New York, United States

Represent federal employees on a wide range of labor and employment issues, including sexual harassment, discrimination, retaliation, wrongful termination, retirement, and benefits. Litigate claims before federal district and appellate courts, as well as the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission, Merit Systems Protection Board, and the Office of Special Counsel. Assist in all aspects of trial preparation and litigation, including taking and defending depositions, conducting motion practice, and preparing and filing complaints, hearing requests, discovery requests and responses, demand letters, appellate briefs, and others. Counsel clients through the alternative dispute resolution, mediation, and settlement negotiation process.

Rutland, Vermont, United States

Assisted four judges in civil, criminal, family, and probate dockets with all aspects of trial practice, including drafting written decisions, bench memoranda, and jury instructions. Provided coverage to other judges on an as needed basis. Researched and drafted complete decisions on a wide range of motions, including motions to suppress, motions for summary judgment, and motions for post-conviction relief. Participated regularly in court proceedings. Organized and updated court’s law library and assisted judges with online research resources. Updated and maintained legal databases.

St. Louis, Mo

Researched and drafted memoranda on constitutional legal issues. Drafted court documents including briefs and complaints. Evaluated intake complaints to determine the strength of possible legal claims. Investigated and analyzed the legislative history of Missouri statutes, and federal and state case law.

Greater Boston Area

Performed research and drafted memoranda on critical LGBTQ issues in New England and nationwide. Analyzed incoming client intakes for potential legal claims and strategized appropriate legal solutions. Assisted attorneys in preparing written testimony for legislative hearings on LGBTQ-related policies.

Durban Area, South Africa

Advised clients on the process of obtaining permanent legal residence or asylum in South Africa. Interviewed and assisted asylum seekers who wished to appeal the rejection of refugee status. Researched and wrote objective evaluations of the legal claims of asylum seekers and refugees.

Master Of Public Policy, Public Policy

Juris Doctor (J.D.)

Activities and Societies: OUTLaw; Public Service Advisory Board-Public Service Committee; Women's Law Caucus-Auction Committee; Youth.

Bachelor’S Degree, Political Science And Government, Magna Cum Laude

Activities and Societies: Pi Sigma Alpha; Alpha Chi

Education Abroad Program In Granada, Spain, Spanish Language And Literature

• Attended classes and lectures conducted entirely in Spanish • Volunteered teaching English to low-income students