Advocate for children and youth in New York City’s foster care system while emphasizing family reunification and anti-carceral models of child welfare. Monitor the delivery of court-ordered preventive, mental health, and other services for families in child abuse and neglect proceedings. Prepare and submit reports of relevant factual developments to the Family Court. Liaise with agencies in other states to place children with known resources as an alternative to foster placement with… Show more Advocate for children and youth in New York City’s foster care system while emphasizing family reunification and anti-carceral models of child welfare. Monitor the delivery of court-ordered preventive, mental health, and other services for families in child abuse and neglect proceedings. Prepare and submit reports of relevant factual developments to the Family Court. Liaise with agencies in other states to place children with known resources as an alternative to foster placement with strangers or in group homes. Empower young adults transitioning out of foster care to confidently navigate public institutions by helping them complete job applications, secure public housing, obtain health insurance, and establish credit. Show less

1L Summer Intern within the Juvenile Rights Practice (JRP) in Queens.

Research Assistant to Professor Allison Caffarone (Spring '23).Research Assistant to Professor Evelyn Malavé (Summer '23).

Senior Litigation Paralegal & Records ClerkPrepared correspondence and litigation materials for actions in NY State Supreme and Family Court, the Appellate Divisions. Assisted attorneys in trying a case in federal court from inception through trial and final judgment. Conducted research on issues in all areas of matrimonial and family law including child abuse proceedings, the Hague Convention on International Child Abduction, and contractual disputes. Led the firm-wide transition from… Show more Senior Litigation Paralegal & Records ClerkPrepared correspondence and litigation materials for actions in NY State Supreme and Family Court, the Appellate Divisions. Assisted attorneys in trying a case in federal court from inception through trial and final judgment. Conducted research on issues in all areas of matrimonial and family law including child abuse proceedings, the Hague Convention on International Child Abduction, and contractual disputes. Led the firm-wide transition from analog to digital file management systems. Collected and produced physical discovery materials and electronically stored information (ESI) for attorneys in complex financial and custody matters. Trained paralegals to maintain discovery indices, drafted deficiency notices, and assisted in reviewing productions. Assisted client in compiling documentary evidence for use at trial in federal court. Show less

Sales & Operations AssociateLicensed by State of NJ to conduct firearms transactions. Ensured absolute compliance with state and federal law. Maintained detailed records for inspection by state agencies & BATFE. Coordinated pricing, signage, freight-flow and inventory management. Personally named in numerous surveys for high-quality customer service.

Senior Server for high-end restaurant group. Mastered menus of two restaurants. Developed knowledge of fine dining & service, trained newly-hired bussing staff and servers upon promotion. Learned the basics of cocktails & spirits, guided diners in choosing wine from an 800+ bottle selection.

Manager of brick & mortar retail business. Accountable for inventory, pricing, and promotions. Selected to train new employees based on individual sales and excellent customer feedback. Held individual coaching sessions with staff. Oversaw customer service and outreach to ensure highest level of satisfaction.

Volunteer Emergency Medical Technician (B)Provided emergency prehospital medical care and responded to 911 calls including structure fires, vehicle collisions, cardiac arrests, domestic violence & child abuse, and other medical emergencies. Elected Cadet Captain and mentored 12+ youth volunteers in basic first aid and ambulance operations.

New Jersey Assembly, 11th District

Transported critical patients from residences to care facilities.

Supervised children aged 8-13 at YMCA day-camp program.