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New York, New York, United States

Draft amendments to production service agreements for podcast services. Draft key issue summaries of artist recording agreements. Prepare research for affirmative litigation regarding the unauthorized use of copyrighted materials across social media platforms. Conduct trademark searches and compile data regarding trademark filings associated with the Metaverse.

Notes Editor: 2021-2022Staff Editor: 2020-2021

New York, New York, United States

Conducted trademark searches and filed approximately two hundred fifty trademark applications with the United States Patent and Trademark Office. Drafted and submitted over fifty office action responses regarding refusals to grant trademarks based on potential likelihoods of confusion and descriptiveness issues. Executed confirmatory assignments of intellectual property rights. Drafted and reviewed talent licensing agreements, influencer services agreements, and artwork releases. Drafted preliminary website terms of use for a start-up company.

Conducted client intake and domestic violence screenings to ensure that mediation would be appropriate for the parties. Attended mediation sessions and drafted post-mediation summaries for use in composing the subsequent separation agreements.

New York, New York, United States

Worked with the firm’s general counsel on compliance matters regarding its multi-billion dollar SEC registered investment adviser, FINRA member broker-dealer, and investment bank operations. Drafted policy memorandum providing guidance on federal and state regulations including the California Consumer Privacy Act, SEC Regulation Best Interest, and the Massachusetts Fiduciary Rule. Completed the firm’s Business Continuity Plan ensuring its compliance with SEC guidance including implementing COVID-19 related protocols.

New York, New York, United States

Drafted final amendments to master service agreements, marketing investment agreements, and termination agreements. Finalized all beta agreement contracts and served as the main point of contact for updates and execution. Developed and implemented a new agreement tracking system. Re-formatted and published an internal company website used for maintaining personnel contact information and job descriptions.

Greater New York City Area

Researched and verified publisher rights through pertinent databases to confirm mechanical splits. Resolved discrepancies in the internal copyright management system based on correspondence with publishers. Drafted and reviewed response letters in connection with requests for I-9 forms, change of address forms, and artist license agreements.

State College, Pennsylvania Area

Completed and passed the Responsible Alcohol Management Program through the Pennsylvania Liquor Control Board.

Greater San Diego Area

Researched case law pertaining to family law and negligence matters. Compiled and organized bank statements, phone records and other client information in preparation of discovery and trial. Observed civil and family court trials.

Naples, Florida Area

Orchestrated and oversaw social and educational events for 1,300 members. Facilitated fundraising efforts by implementing social media practices.

Santa Rosa, Ca

Exceeded goal of collecting and distributing 500 dresses for formal and semi-formal events.

Doctor Of Law - Jd

Honors: Notes Editor (2021-2022), Staff Editor (2020-2021), Journal of Equal Rights and Social Justice; Dean’s Scholarship Publications.

Bachelor Of Science - Bs, Criminology Legal Studies And Business, Gpa: 3.720

Activities and Societies: Alumna - Gamma Phi Beta SororityDean's List Honoree.

Education record

Activities and Societies:Study Abroad at the International Studies Institute in Florence, Italy.