Adam Martin
Columbus
Summary
Incoming 1L at Ohio State University Moritz College of Law with experience in policy research, legal support, and public integrity. Proficient in research writing, data analysis, document review, and professional communication. Seeking a legal internship to apply skills in legal research and client service while gaining practical experience in attorney workflows.
Overview
1
1
year of professional experience
Work History
Policy Intern
The Buckeye Institute
05.2026 - Current
- Conducted a thorough analysis of government regulations and public policy through a review of records and legislative data.
- Prepared written summaries and charts that clarified complex policy information for reports and advocacy efforts.
- Developed research materials to support organizational advocacy positions on public policy issues.
Public Integrity Intern
Ohio Secretary of State
Columbus
01.2026 - 05.2026
- Audited and verified regulatory filings for business fraud and campaign finance to ensure compliance with state mandates.
- Identified and reported compliance discrepancies during audits, supporting formal investigations into regulatory violations.
- Assisted with Home Team operations by supporting day-to-day tasks, coordinating with team members, and helping ensure projects and events ran smoothly.
Law Clerk
Kroener Hale Law Firm
Cincinnati
05.2025 - 08.2025
- Draft and manage sensitive legal documentation for court submission, ensuring compliance with procedural standards to support case objectives.
- Organize evidence and manage administrative workflows for case preparation, reducing legal risks and enhancing trial readiness.
Education
J.D. -
The Ohio State University, Moritz College of Law
Columbus, OH05-2029
Bachelor of Arts - Political Science (Pre-Law)
The Ohio State University
Columbus, OH05-2026
Skills
- Policy and legal research
- Statutory and regulatory analysis
- Government policy and economic development analysis
- Policy analysis
- Legislative research
- Analytical reporting, data analysis, and research visualization
Affiliations
- Authored “Broadcasting Belonging: A Comparative Case Study of German and Russian State Media,” an award-winning undergraduate research paper accepted for publication in the Michigan Political Science Journal (forthcoming) and recognized with Ohio State’s 2025–2026 Best Undergraduate Paper in Political Science award.
Timeline
Policy Intern
The Buckeye Institute
05.2026 - Current
Public Integrity Intern
Ohio Secretary of State
01.2026 - 05.2026
Law Clerk
Kroener Hale Law Firm
05.2025 - 08.2025
J.D. -
The Ohio State University, Moritz College of Law
Bachelor of Arts - Political Science (Pre-Law)
The Ohio State University