Washington, District of Columbia, United States
I am an attorney with the Bureau of Consumer Protection, Division of Marketing Practices.
Appellate brief-writing on diverse issues, including criminal law, the First Amendment, equitable tolling, derivative actions, and financial services regulations. Substantive experience in fields of civil rights, federal financial regulations, health insurance, contractual disputes, and products liability. Researching and brief-writing complex issues, including class certification, federal subject-matter jurisdiction, qualified immunity, and the Daubert standard. Liaising with expert witnesses on crafting reports and preparing for deposition and testimony, on issues such as actuarial science, economics, medical opinions, and police practices. Three-week jury trial in federal district court, including motions practice, witness preparation, preparing cross-examinations, drafting jury instructions, and oral argument.
Analyzed legal issues in trial decisions adverse to clients and developed strategies for appeal. Researched and wrote detailed recommendations regarding appellate arguments.
Served as a clerk for Justice Warren Matthews and Justice Morgan Christen.