Newark, New Jersey, United States
Currently studying law at Rutgers Law School’s Newark campus. Co-President for the Tort Law Society Co-President of New Jersey Association of Justice (NJAJ) @ Rutgers Law Newark Associate Editor for the Women's Rights Law Reporter Member - Women’s Law Forum Member - Association of Black Law Students (ABLS)
Judicial intern with New Jersey Courts in Essex County’s civil division under the Honorable Judge Keith Lynott. Working at the trial court level provides invaluable exposure to motion practice, case management, and the practical realities of civil litigation.
Led a small group of 1L law students in imperative legal study skills with a focus on criminal law doctrinal concepts, exam-taking tips, and time management. Created weekly lesson plans. Reviewed answers of weekly hypos.
The duties of a Summer Associate vary each day with an exciting range of assignments from multiple practice areas. From learning the skills to examine agreements attached to commercial titles, sitting second chair on depositions, witnessing the proper process to execute a will, going to court to watch a cross-examination, or receiving interesting research assignments that effect ongoing litigation, each day is different.
Researched cultural and political issues to present balanced, informative, and engaging content. Covered protests and rallies in Washington, D.C. Spoke on panels about healthcare in America and workers’ rights.