Pepperdine Caruso LawWith over 10 years of experience as a lawyer, I have successfully tried complex cases involving high-stakes criminal matters, handled a wide variety of business disputes and negotiations, real estate transactions, and business operational challenges. I have also leveraged my legal skills and knowledge to invest in and advise early stage startups, focusing on business development, product development, and corporate culture.
Currently, I am an Adjunct Professor of Law at Pepperdine Caruso Law, where I teach courses on Trial Advocacy, Evidence and Criminal Procedure. I am also a Part-Time Lecturer at Chapman University School of Law where I teach Contract Drafting and Negotiations. Separate from teaching, I served as a Postdoctoral Scholar at UCLA Anderson School of Management, conducting research and advocacy on Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion (EDI) across various sectors and industries. This work has driven me to open a consultancy in the Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion space where my mission is to use my expertise and passion to promote fairness, business success, innovation, and organizational excellence.
Bachelor's Degree, Political Science
Activities and societies: Minor in Public Policy
Doctor of Law – JD
Activities and societies: American Board of Trial Advocate Award Recipient, Neil Kaplan Award Recipient at 5th Annual Vis–East International Commercial Arbitration Moot.
Master of Business Administration - MBA, Organizational Leadership and Real Estate
Activities and societies: Jenessa Shapiro Award for Excellence in Management and Organization, Anderson Honor Society Member – Top 15% of Graduating Class, Social Impact Consulting Corps., Anderson Real Estate Association, Entrepreneur Association. Skills: Strategic Thinking
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