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New York, Ny, Us

Stamford, Connecticut, United States

Stamford, Connecticut, United States

Hartford, Connecticut

Reported day-to-day policy updates to owner of the firm and situationally assessed clients’ interests at the State Capitol. Routinely met with legislators and government officials on behalf of clients and their interests. Provided stakeholders with a range of written communications related to new bills, political strategy, public affairs, media inquiries, and digital media campaigns. Tracked bills through the legislative process by monitoring public hearings and committee meetings. Worked with clients on crafting testimony and coordinating their attendance at hearings. Used excellent oral and written communication skills to create grassroots support for legislative and administrative change.

Conducted research for Professor Mathilde Cohen on health law during COVID-19 and food law/policy.

Provided supervised, pro bono intellectual property services to Connecticut-based individuals, startups, small businesses, and non-profits. Involved in various aspects of client matters, including conducting intake interviews, performing clearance searches, drafting trademark applications, and corresponding with USPTO in the procurement of patents and the registration of trademarks and copyrights.

Teaching assistant for Professor Rachel Timm's Legal Practice: Research and Writing course.

West Hartford, Connecticut

Assisted in creation of diverse advocacy campaign materials. Planned, presented, and helped launch the successful statewide campaign to ban the use of plastic bags at Connecticut retail stores. Led monthly creation of Association’s digital newsletter, distributed to 500+ members. Managed the organization’s weekly website updates, social media posts, and digital analytics.

Nightly dispatch operator responsible for coordinating 10-15 student patrol officers. Completed nightly reports and update files for UConn Police Department. Assisted in organizing and executing UCPD events at the university.

Doctor Of Law - Jd

Activities and Societies: Connecticut Law Review-Dean's Scholar -CALI Excellence Award (Legal Practice: Research and Writing) -CALI.

Bachelor Of Arts - Ba, Political Science And Government, Dean'S List

Activities and Societies: Staff Writer at UConn's Daily Campus · Tutor at Mansfield Middle School · Global Student Mentor · Global Citizen.

Study Abroad

High Honors With Distinction