Cambridge, Massachusetts, United States
- Analyzed case materials in cases regarding vaccine injuries to draft memorandums, medical timelines, and settlement letters for use by Assistant U.S. Attorneys. - Prepared exhibit binders, formatted medical literature, and cite-checked appellate briefs to aid in ongoing cases. - Assisted AUSAs in drafting questions for expert witness preparation, hearing glossaries, and materials needed for trial.
• Conducted independent legal research using LexisNexis and various databases concerning restitution and human trafficking statutes for the utilization of Assistant US Attorneys (AUSAs) in the unit. • Drafted prosecution memorandums, preservation letters, and victim interview transcripts, and monitored jail calls during the investigative stage of cases. • Prepared four exhibit binders, communicated with witnesses, and managed emergencies during trials.
• Used research databases such as Westlaw to provide background knowledge and recommendations for possible investigations. • Wrote memos and reports for the use of various government agencies. • Located and compiled necessary materials for historians.
• Conducted intake interviews to gauge the legal needs of our clients. • Wrote case summaries to present to pro bono attorney at the Ropes and Grey law firm. • Researched legal statutes surrounding bullying in MA to inform all units in VLP how to approach bullying cases.
• Conduct research on nonviolent action case studies to support international activist better strategize. • Create a nonviolent action news tracker to communicate with and further assist protestors. • Producing 3 videos and other media to make nonviolent action theory accessible to activists worldwide.