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Baltimore, Maryland

One of three law clerks for the District Court, serving 28 judges as well as visiting judges. Rotate between four courthouse locations within Baltimore City. Duties include drafting memorandum for judges on upcoming hearings or trials, spur of the moment legal research for judges while on the bench, preparing monthly schedules for law clerks, and proofreading legal opinions.

Laurel, Maryland

Work directly with attorneys on case management and development. Draft pleadings including, motions to dismiss, motions to strike, lines to the court, and responses to appeals, for attorney review. Monitor cases within Time Matters program to track deadlines and assess development and next steps in the case. Communicate with clients regarding file updates and requests for fees for litigation. Responsible for billing in the litigation department.

Baltimore, Maryland Area

Primary attorney for clients with supervisor monitoring my work. Represent clients who are victims of human trafficking, working to expunge and/or vacate current convictions in order to alleviate discrimination in job and housing acquisition. Duties include interviewing clients, managing casefiles and client documents, drafting motion and memorandum, and representing clients at hearings. Assist in legislative work to expand vacatur bill in front of Maryland General Assembly this term; attend… Show more Primary attorney for clients with supervisor monitoring my work. Represent clients who are victims of human trafficking, working to expunge and/or vacate current convictions in order to alleviate discrimination in job and housing acquisition. Duties include interviewing clients, managing casefiles and client documents, drafting motion and memorandum, and representing clients at hearings. Assist in legislative work to expand vacatur bill in front of Maryland General Assembly this term; attend events and meetings, research to develop testimony for hearings, and testified in front of Maryland congress. Show less

Baltimore, Maryland Area

Main case worked on was an employment dispute representing employee in a TRO proceeding. Attended depositions and all court hearings and assisted attorney in keeping track of exhibits during trial. Drafted pleadings and motions for filing, as well as proofread and edited memorandum. Reviewed discovery documents for relevant material. Also worked on foreclosure case representing the homeowner, drafting motions and memorandum for the court, as well as attending hearings to assist attorney.

Greenbelt, Md

A litigation firm specializing in matters of personal injury and workers’ compensation. Assisted in trial preparation and other matters including, preparation of exhibits for hearings, drafted pleadings and motions, and conducting legal research.

Greenbelt, Md

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Greenbelt, Md

Research a range of civil matters including civil rights claims, default judgments in relation to collective bargaining agreements, motions to quiet title, confessed judgments, etc. Draft court memorandum opinions and orders, which rule on dispositive motions. Create summary documents for clerks of court records. Track and summarize recent decisions in 4th Circuit and SCOTUS, in order to keep the Judge informed. Assist with judicial assistant responsibilities in entering court opinions and… Show more Research a range of civil matters including civil rights claims, default judgments in relation to collective bargaining agreements, motions to quiet title, confessed judgments, etc. Draft court memorandum opinions and orders, which rule on dispositive motions. Create summary documents for clerks of court records. Track and summarize recent decisions in 4th Circuit and SCOTUS, in order to keep the Judge informed. Assist with judicial assistant responsibilities in entering court opinions and orders into the court electronic filing system, preparing orders for Judge’s signature, placing telephone conference calls Show less

Annnapolis, Md

Worked directly under staff attorney, including; conducted legal research, created interoffice memoranda, generated summaries of record, attended local government meetings to discover public opinion, proofread foundation’s written testimony. Tracked local government legislation regarding compliance with required state or federal laws.

Washington, D.C.

Drafted agency documents for public notice, conducted legal research and compiled briefs for distribution to public. Performed general office clerical duties, including word processing, and a variety of functions in support of the development and enforcement of regulations.

Doctor Of Law (Jd), Cum Laude

Activities and Societies: University of Baltimore Journal of International Law–Staff member, Jessup International Law Moot Court Team.

Bachelor Of Science (Bs), Applied Georgraphy With A Concentration In Environmental Analysis

Activities and Societies: Women's Lacrosse Scholarship, Division 1 Women's Lacrosse Team