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Boston, MA, US

Boston, Massachusetts, United States

Boston, Massachusetts

Orleans, Massachusetts

Berkshire, Franklin, Hampden, Worcester, And Essex Counties

Researched complex issues in probate, family, and equity matters. Provided legal and factual analyses via memoranda or in chambers. Drafted memoranda of decision, orders, judgments, findings of fact, and rationales for complex cases, including high-value estates. Consulted with judges on legal issues, including issue identification and application of law.

Chestnut Hill, MA

• Researched and reviewed original source documents spanning 200 years (1765 - 1977).
• Used research to develop a coherent evolutionary narrative of a legal doctrine.
• Proofread and cite-checked drafts of article for publication.
• Reviewed articles for instructional value in a new professional responsibility course.

Waltham, MA

• Drafted internal memoranda on preservation issues for legal and lay audiences.
• Developed property tax mitigation strategies for mixed-use charity and rental properties.
• Reformulated master document of 80 properties, incorporating document review from 30 property files.

Canton, Massachusetts

• Drafted memoranda of decision and order, procedural histories, findings of fact, and rationales on family law issues for several judges.
• Conducted legal research on complex family law and probate issues for bench memoranda and decisions.
• Consulted with judges on possible rulings and decisions for various cases.
• Observed over 60 hours of trial and motion sessions.

Berkeley, CA

• Supervised 4 to 6 CSOs during night patrol shifts.
• Maintained official patrol and escort records.
• Assisted with criminal investigations, including arrests, writing police reports, suspect identification, and evidence collection.

• 4341 Combat Correspondent 2003 - 2006
• Researched, developed, and wrote news articles about on-base events and services for weekly newspaper.
• Handled requests for information and access from media.
• Granted secret-level security clearance.0811 Field Artillery 2006 - 2009
• Developed full proficiency through on-the-job training.
• Organized and maintained equipment inventory.

Juris Doctor

Activities and Societies: BC Law Veterans' Association, President

B.A., English

Activities and Societies: Cal Boxing Team, Cal Veterans Group, Teach in Prison (TIP) Program