Legal Information and Prosecutions Division

Legislative Aid for Sen. Ballard

-Attended legislative hearings and drafted and presented executive summaries forlobbying clients

-Maintained a caseload of seven clients, including some litigation-Drafted and edited pleadings, pre-trial motions, letters, reports, and client correspondence-Provided weekly, representation to tenants in eviction disputes-Researched and prepared memorandums in the areas of Landlord-Tenant law, familylaw, and guardianships-Led the civil engagement team and facilitated Unicameral testifiers

-Managed multiple cases, requiring frequent contact with clients, judges, andother attorneys-Performed extensive legal research in the areas of criminal, juvenile, real estate,contracts, civil litigation, family law, and personal injury-Drafted appellate briefs, motions, orders, and discovery responses-Met with current and prospective clients to facilitate their needs and evaluate cases-Assisted with a civil jury trial

-Researched and briefed prosecutors for federal criminal trials -Created an educational program for all federal prosecutors in Nebraska regardingprosecutorial responsibilities in closing arguments

-Researched and briefed city attorneys and agency directors on various issues, including theDepartment of Health and Human Services’ ability to require masks in schools due toCOVID-19 and cottage food compliance-Drafted temporary regulations for the City of Lincoln employees in response to COVID-19-Collaborated with community stakeholders to relocate vulnerable individuals aftercondemnation proceedings-Provided legal guidance to a local law enforcement master team during protests

-Maintained an active caseload of 40+ consumer negotiations-Educated consumers daily about fraud protection