Experience
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Amsterdam & Peroff
Assistant to Robert Amsterdam, International Law Firm
- Developed the legal strategies used to defend Thaksin Shinawatra in Thailand
- Conducted research for cases in the Czech Republic, Argentina, and Thailand
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Kirton & McConkie
Extern, International Law Firm
- Worked on a team tasked with developing strategies for remedying religious liberty concerns in high-priority countries
- Analyzed key international individuals and institutions involved in human rights regulation and corporate social responsibility
- Prepared country reports analyzing key metrics for a major client
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Baker & McKenzie International
Extern (Student Stagiaire), International Commercial Law Firm
- Authored an internal white paper about Dutch bilateral investment treaties
- Researched how to collect EU taxes from a US firm accused of smuggling
- Explored the possible consequences of improper intra-EU sales
- Verified client compliance with European VAT invoicing regulations
- Assisted preparation of indirect tax training materials for attorneys
- First BYU Law student to do an externship in the Netherlands
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J. Reuben Clark School of Law
Assistant to Dean Carl Hernandez
- Managed the law school's social media outreach efforts
- Coordinated the construction of an "Admitted Students" website
- Worked as an ambassador/liaison between the school and newly-admitted students
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Heideman McKay Heugly & Olsen
Law Clerk, Commercial Law Firm
- Assisted staff attorneys with their cases
- Negotiated with creditors to restructure client debt
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Multilateral Agreement and Treaty Record Set
Researcher, Inter-University Scholarly Database
- Conducted research to catalog every multilateral treaty since Westphalia
- Awarded a Roberts Family Research Grant
- Presented at the Mentored Student Research Conference
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Women's Research Institute
Researcher, The WomanStats Project
- Researched the legal and cultural status of women under the CEDAW treaty
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U.S. Congress, House International Relations Committee
Intern, Democratic Staff
- Supported the staff's work by planning events, conducting research, and other duties
- Assisted the Congressional Human Rights Caucus and Representative Tom Lantos
- Wrote two press releases for publication in California newspapers and inclusion in the Congressional Record
Education
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Brigham Young University, Law School
Juris Doctor Candidate, J. Reuben Clark School of Law
- Honoree of the American Constitution Society's Next Generation Leaders program
- President, American Constitution Society's BYU Chapter
- Executive Editor, Journal of Public Law
- Associate Editor, International Law and Management Review
- Co-VP of University Relations, International Law Student Association
- Member of the Speakers Committee, Government and Politics Law Society
- VP of Marketing, Alternative Dispute Resolution Society
- Semifinalist, BYU Negotiation Competition
- Quarterfinalist, BYU Moot Court Competition
- Selected to conduct a mock mediation for visiting judges from the Ukrainian High Court
- Wrote a research paper about enforcing international arbitral awards in US courts and the positive potential of corporate social responsibility paradigms like the UN Global Compact
- Broad coursework, including classes on international business transactions, securities, international organizations, business associations, alternative dispute resolution, arbitration, negotiation, comparative law, contracts, property, trusts, and wills
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Brigham Young University, Undergraduate
Bachelor of Arts in Political Science
- University Honors for three years
- Recipient of multiple academic merit scholarships
- Awarded a Roberts Family Research Grant
- First place at the 2006 Model UN Conference in New York City
- Wrote a paper about treaty compliance in different kinds of democracies
- Founding member and editor of BYU Political Review
- Director of Community Service and Outreach, BYU College Democrats
- Broad coursework, including classes on US and international government and politics, international law, foreign affairs, intergovernmental organizations, advanced writing and research, women's studies, philosophy, and foreign languages
Service
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American Constitution Society
President, BYU Law School Student Chapter
- Honoree of the American Constitution Society's Next Generation Leaders program
- Ran the clubs numerous academic events and socials
- Managed the club's recruitment efforts
- Attended two national conferences on scholarship
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BYU Center for Conflict Resolution
Legal Volunteer, Mediation and Arbitration
- Mediated disputes between parties in small claims and landlord-tenant disputes
- Served as an arbitrator in binding landlord-tenant arbitrations
- Acted as legal counsel for students in mediation and arbitration
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Centro Hispano
Legal Volunteer, Hispanic Community Outreach Center
- Volunteered on a weekly basis to help local immigrants with legal problems, including immigration, family, and property law issues
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BYU College Democrats
Board Member, Director of Community Service and Outreach
- Supervised service activities
- Co-authored the "BYU College Democrats' Statement of Mission and Purpose"
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BYU Political Review
Founding Member and Editor, Weekly Publication
- Edited and approved student submissions
- Authored numerous articles
- Built and managed the website
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Sherrod Brown for Senate
Volunteer Organizer, U.S. Senate Campaign
- Assisted Get Out the Vote Program coordination efforts
- Monitored polling places on election day
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The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints
Volunteer, Missão Brasil João Pessoa
- Trained and led groups of Brazilian and international volunteers
- Had responsibility for the work and safety of 10 to 20 volunteers at a time
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Adopt-A-Grandparent
Group Leader, Elder-care Outreach Organization
- Coordinated weekly service visits to a local retirement home
Miscellaneous
Languages
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