Communicated with and scheduled UCI student volunteers to attend clinic dates. Interviewed victims of elder and dependent adult abuse. Assisted parties filing and responding to temporary restraining orders. Answered questions regarding the process for acquiring a permanent restraining order.

Assisted attorneys with deposition, hearing and trial preparation. Drafted memoranda, briefs, and motions for employment discrimination, wage and hour, and employee benefits matters. Coordinated with team to review documents for work product, attorney-client privilege and responsiveness to document requests. Responsible for organization and control of documents for multiple litigation matters.

Remotely conducted legal research regarding Medicare insurer policies for, and discrepancies in access to, pediatric mental health care in the greater Chicago area. Created a comprehensive guide comparing the process to file a grievance for insufficient access to medical care for twelve managed care organizations.

Conducted legal research, and prepared bench memoranda and draft judicial opinions on a variety of civil matters related to consumer protection, employment discrimination, and arbitration. Discussed and analyzed matters with the judge and clerks. Observed judge in courtroom proceedings.

Interviewed low-income clients suffering from HIV/AIDS, cancer, and mental health issues. Assisted clients with advanced healthcare directives and establishing conservatorships. Researched health law issues, such as HIV discrimination, HIPAA, and access to healthcare.

Verified patient benefits eligibility and coverage. Obtained prior insurance authorizations, where required. Communicated with insurance companies regarding specific patient concerns. Managed patient records. Performed additional administrative and sales duties.