Detail-oriented professional experienced in legal research, elder care litigation support, and health policy initiatives. Expertise includes reviewing complex documentation, developing process improvements, and facilitating interdisciplinary collaboration in public health and emergency medical services. Committed to utilizing analytical and research skills to support complex legal and healthcare-related matters.
Work History
Paralegal
Clark Peshkin | 08.2026 - Current
Drafted estate planning documents, legal correspondence, and client communications to support attorneys in delivering comprehensive estate plans.
Managed confidential client files and legal documentation, ensuring accuracy and compliance throughout estate planning process.
Communicated with clients and assisted with document preparation and execution, facilitating seamless matter coordination.
Legal Research Assistant
1 Year
HEAL COLLABORATIVE, UNIVERSITY OF ROCHESTER MEDICAL CENTER | 08.2025 - Current
Conducted interdisciplinary legal-health research focused on barriers impacting survivors of intimate partner violence, including challenges surrounding Orders of Protection.
Participated in cross-sector collaboration involving healthcare professionals, legal advocates, and Title IX offices to support survivor-centered advocacy efforts.
Contributed to interdisciplinary case review discussions and systems-based analysis regarding trauma-informed care and public health advocacy.
Leadership Mentor
1 Year 5 Months
AIM FOR SEVA USA | 03.2025 - Current
Mentored student ambassadors through leadership development, community engagement, and advocacy initiatives.
Medical-Legal Partnership & Elder Care Intern
10 Months
LEGAL ASSISTANCE OF WESTERN NEW YORK (LAWNY) | 09.2025 - 07.2026
Reviewed deposition transcripts, financial records, and supporting documentation to assist with elder care litigation matters.
Conducted financial and case-related analyses, and supported attorneys with legal research and case preparation.
Co-developed an intake process improvement presentation focused on accessibility, workflow efficiency, and client-centered advocacy.
Drafted client correspondence, maintained legal documentation, and attended Power of Attorney signings and court proceedings.
Participated in Medical-Legal Partnership meetings involving interdisciplinary case review and community advocacy initiatives.
Director of DEI Health Policy Engagement
2 Years
A HEALTHIER DEMOCRACY | 03.2024 - 03.2026
Developed accessible policy and health equity content focused on structural disparities and systems-level public health issues.
Founder
6 Years 8 Months
GLOBAL YOUTH LEADERSHIP YOUTH AMBASSADORS INITIATIVE | 04.2019 - 12.2025
Spearheaded fundraising and outreach initiatives supporting educational scholarship opportunities for underserved students.
Research Assistant
6 Months
MCINTOSH LAB, DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC HEALTH SCIENCES, UNIVERSITY OF ROCHESTER | 01.2025 - 07.2025
Investigated cardiovascular risk disparities in familial hypercholesterolemia and tobacco-related disease.
Contributed to manuscript development and interdisciplinary research exploring artificial intelligence applications in public health.
Synthesized academic literature and supported research focused on health equity and care access disparities.
Emergency Medical Technician (EMT)
11 Months
Lifestar Emergency Services | 08.2024 - 07.2025
Provided emergency medical care and patient transport in fast-paced clinical environments.
Communicated effectively with patients, families, and medical teams while performing rapid assessments and emergency interventions.
Emergency Department Research Associate (EDRA) Intern
4 Months
University of Rochester Medical Center | Strong Memorial Hospital | 08.2024 - 12.2024
Selected for the competitive Emergency Department Research Associate (EDRA) Program at Strong Memorial Hospital, a Level I Trauma Center, supporting clinical research in a high-volume emergency care setting.
Executed clinical research protocols and patient screening procedures while ensuring compliance with FDA regulations, IRB requirements, HIPAA standards, and human subjects protection guidelines.
Utilized Epic electronic health records to assess study eligibility, review clinical information, and support research enrollment activities.
Independently approached and consented eligible patients for participation in clinical studies, applying research ethics principles and regulatory requirements in real-world healthcare settings.
Gained firsthand exposure to healthcare delivery systems, clinical workflows, patient populations, and the operational challenges of implementing research within an academic medical center.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Health Policy
UNIVERSITY OF ROCHESTER | Rochester | 06-2026
Joseph C. Wilson Leader of Change Scholar
Skills
Legal Research & Document Review
Legal research
Legal writing
Deposition & Financial Record Analysis
Policy & Regulatory Analysis
Case management
Proficient in MS office
Client-Centered Advocacy
Certification
EMT Certification
NC Office of EMS
CPR/AED Certified
American Heart Association
LANGUAGES
English (Fluent)
Spanish (Proficient)
Tamil (Conversational)
Timeline
Paralegal
Clark Peshkin
08.2026 - CurrentRead More
Medical-Legal Partnership & Elder Care Intern
LEGAL ASSISTANCE OF WESTERN NEW YORK (LAWNY)
09.2025 - 07.2026Read More
Legal Research Assistant
HEAL COLLABORATIVE, UNIVERSITY OF ROCHESTER MEDICAL CENTER
08.2025 - CurrentRead More
Leadership Mentor
AIM FOR SEVA USA
03.2025 - CurrentRead More
Research Assistant
MCINTOSH LAB, DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC HEALTH SCIENCES, UNIVERSITY OF ROCHESTER
01.2025 - 07.2025Read More
Emergency Medical Technician (EMT)
Lifestar Emergency Services
08.2024 - 07.2025Read More
Emergency Department Research Associate (EDRA) Intern
University of Rochester Medical Center | Strong Memorial Hospital
08.2024 - 12.2024Read More
Director of DEI Health Policy Engagement
A HEALTHIER DEMOCRACY
03.2024 - 03.2026Read More
Founder
GLOBAL YOUTH LEADERSHIP YOUTH AMBASSADORS INITIATIVE