CHLOE BARRETT
GILBERT EMPLOYMENT LAW
Washington,DC
2
Certifications
3
years of professional experience
Associate Attorney specializing in employment law, focusing on the representation of both federal and private sector employees involving claims of discrimination, harassment, and retaliation under Title VII of the Civil Rights Act, as well as violations of the the Whistleblower Protection Act, Rehabilitation Act, Americans with Disabilities Act, and related state and local laws. Ms. Barrett’s practice includes litigating on behalf of clients in federal and state courts, as well as administrative forums such as the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission and the Merit Systems Protection Board.
Work History
Summer Intern
- Represented 15 clients in eviction proceedings as a Rule 205.7 certified law student extern.
- Drafted motions to dismiss, amend the answer, and continue hearings
- Prepared appellate brief arguments on statutory interpretation for willful termination of utilities cases.
- Wrote answers for pro se litigants facing eviction during weekly clinics.
- Supported weekly clinics through client intake, document preparation, and case follow-up for eviction defense matters.
- Applied legal research to strengthen drafting across motions, appellate arguments, and pro se answers.
Legal Intern
- Conducted legal research regarding unreasonable searches and expungement viability for federal convictions.
- Prepared interrogatories for homicide and felony drug possession trials.
- Conducted client meetings for misdemeanor matters.
- Drafted deviation requests and record-sealing filings.
Certified Clinic Student
- Drafted motions and appellate briefs supporting undocumented minors seeking adjustment of immigrant status.
- Conducted legal research to strengthen Special Immigrant Juvenile classification arguments and case strategy.
- Prepared discovery materials and organized supporting documentation for immigration case filings.
- Advocated for administrative closure of clients' cases in front of immigration judges.
- Supported undocumented minors through adjustment filings and hearing preparation in a legal clinic setting.
ASSOCIATE ATTORNEY
2 Years 1 Month- Litigate employment discrimination cases and whistleblower retaliation and adverse actions appeals (130+ to date, including consolidated Reduction In Force appeals)
- Represent clients in administrative hearings in front of the EEOC and MSPB
- Negotiate settlement agreements recovering more than $250,000 in compensatory damages and $150,000 in attorney's fees to date
- Represent clients throughout the informal and formal/investigation stages of the EEO process
- Prepare written discovery requests and conduct depositions for employment-related disputes
Law Clerk
4 Months- Wrote briefs, including an appellate brief defending MSHA’s authority to settle whistleblower cases.
- Drafted motions, including a Motion in Limine, and discovery materials.
- Conducted legal research regarding Federal Mine Safety Act and its statutory interpretation and enforcement scheme.
- Reviewed administrative hearing materials and related case records to prepare litigation support.
Education
Juris Doctor
- Honors: Legal Advocacy Distinguished Oral Advocate (2022), The Stanley and Martha Jacob Endowed Scholarship, Pedrick Scholar (Fall 2023)
- Activities: International Rule of Law and Security Fellow, Articles Editor, Sports and Entertainment Law Journal, Shelter Director, Homeless Legal Assistance Project
Bachelor of Arts - Journalism and Business Administration
- Honors: Dean’s List (2014, 2015, 2016)
- Activities: Contributor and Features Editor, The Clarion Student Newspaper
- Awards: Director’s Award for Excellence in First Year Writing (2015)
Skills
Legal research
Motion drafting
Appellate briefing
Client representation
Client advocacy
Discovery drafting
Administrative hearing practic
Interests
Cooking
hosting dinner parties
reading (literary fiction)
furniture upcycling
travel (most fondly to Scotland during Festival Fringe)
Certification
Bar Admission
Timeline
ASSOCIATE ATTORNEY
GILBERT EMPLOYMENT LAW
09.2024 - CurrentRead More
Law Clerk
U.S. DEPARTMENT OF LABOR, DIVISION OF MINE SAFETY AND HEALTH
08.2023 - 12.2023Read More
UNIVERSITY OF DENVER
Bachelor of Arts from Journalism and Business Administration
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Arizona State University, Sandra Day O’Connor College of Law
Juris Doctor
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Certified Clinic Student
IMMIGRATION CLINIC
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Legal Intern
BELEN LAW FIRM
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Summer Intern
COMMUNITY ECONOMIC DEFENSE LAW
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