Juliana Romano
Albuquerque,NM
Summary
To fuse my diverse background in art and law by contributing my expertise and passion to a dynamic organization in Santa Fe, NM.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
Work History
Membership + Volunteer Coordinator
Southwestern Association For Indian Arts
09.2022 - Current
- Participated in community outreach events to promote volunteer opportunities and enlist new volunteers
- Developed and maintained relationships with local organizations to identify volunteer opportunities and resources
- Worked with leadership staff and special committees to define volunteer mission and set standards
- Managed and tracked volunteer hours and progress to support accurate documentation
- Assisted prospective and established members in person, by telephone and email
- Built strong donor relationships, acknowledged contributions and reached out for specific needs or yearly renewals.
- Promoted superior experience by addressing customer concerns, demonstrating empathy, and resolving problems swiftly
- Curated live and silent auctions, completed online programming tasks, processed payments, shipped artwork and provided receipts and thank you acknowledgments
- Artist outreach trips to remote areas to assist elderly artists and artists in communities with limited internet services
Attorney
Juliana M. Romano, Esq., LLC
09.2008 - 05.2023
- Self-employed Special Public Defender - representation of adults and children in child neglect / protection cases and criminal defense
- Caseload of 100+ clients per year / 10+ trials per year
- Special Public Defender Mentor - appointed by the Chief Public Defender's Office
- Bridgeport Juvenile Court Efficiency Taskforce - appointed by the Chief Public Defender's Office
Assistant to the Director
El Museo Cultural De Santa Fe
06.2022 - 09.2022
- Worked closely with the director and the board to provide effective assistance for specific aspects of museum operations
- Greeted arriving visitors, determined nature and purpose of visit and directed individuals to appropriate destinations
Assistant to the Production Manager
Objects Of Art Show
08.2022 - 08.2022
- Assisted with production of weekend art show
- Reviewed work for quality and compliance with organization standards and design specifications.
- Managed phone and email correspondence
- Interacted with vendors, contractors and professional services personnel to receive orders, direct activities, and communicate instructions
Attorney
Palmesi, Kaufman, Goldstein + Petrucelli, P.C
06.2004 - 10.2008
- Family Law (divorces / child custody cases), Real Estate Law, Criminal Defense, Probate Law and Child Neglect / Protection Cases
- Drafted, reviewed and negotiated contracts and other legal documents to support client needs
- Negotiated settlements of disputes and litigation
- Researched and interpreted laws, rulings and regulations to advise clients on business and legal transactions
- Developed strategies and arguments for hearings, trials and appeals
Court Clerk for the Honorable Judge John R. Downey
Fairfield County Superior Court
05.2003 - 06.2004
- Maintained court dockets and updated disposition of cases after court hearings and trials
- Prepared court orders and judgments for signature
- Prepared court documents for filing in alignment with established protocols to support compliance
- Assisted court in scheduling hearings, meetings and other events to support seamless operations
- Provided assistance to attorneys and court personnel in courtroom
Intern
Law Office Of Carrie Taylor
09.2002 - 05.2003
- Interacted with clients by phone, email, or in-person to provide information
- Completed legal research, compiled data, and produced timely reports
- Attended Juvenile and Probate Court hearings
Legal Intern
Leiden And Leiden, P.C
05.2002 - 08.2002
- Sorted legal documents, filing and case materials in clear, orderly systems
- Reviewed legal information and proofed documentation for errors
- Performed legal and general research, drafting memoranda, and correspondence
- Organized legal filing system to maximize efficiency
- Attended Bankruptcy Court hearings
Education
Applicant For Certificate Program - Native American Art History Program
Institute of American Indian Arts
Santa Fe, NM05.2025
Applicant For Certificate of - Diversity, Equity And Inclusion Studies
Cornell University
Online Program01.2025
J.D. -
Quinnipiac University School of Law
Hamden05.2003
Summer Law Program
University of Hawaii Law School
Honolulu, HI2001
Bachelor of Arts - Criminal Justice
Sacred Heart University
Fairfield, CT05.2000
Skills
- Taking ownership of projects and leading initiatives
- Working efficiently with supervisors , co-workers and the public
- Maintaining the highest ethical standards
- Handling inquires and requests with professionally and courtesy
- Prioritizing tasks and meeting deadlines
- Poised under pressure
Volunteer Experience
Santa Fe International Film Festival / NM 2023
Santa Fe Opera / NM 2023
Santa Fe Playhouse / NM 2023
Southwestern Association for Indian Arts / NM 2022
International Folk Art Market /. NM 2022
Creative Arts Workshop // Volunteer + Volunteer Coordinator / CT 2016-2019
Gaylord Rehabilitation Center / Quadriplegic Rugby Team / CT 2008-2010
Brite Bodies / Fitscript // Juvenile Diabetes Fitness / CT 2007-2010
Timeline
Membership + Volunteer Coordinator
Southwestern Association For Indian Arts
09.2022 - Current
Assistant to the Production Manager
Objects Of Art Show
08.2022 - 08.2022
Assistant to the Director
El Museo Cultural De Santa Fe
06.2022 - 09.2022
Attorney
Juliana M. Romano, Esq., LLC
09.2008 - 05.2023
Attorney
Palmesi, Kaufman, Goldstein + Petrucelli, P.C
06.2004 - 10.2008
Court Clerk for the Honorable Judge John R. Downey
Fairfield County Superior Court
05.2003 - 06.2004
Intern
Law Office Of Carrie Taylor
09.2002 - 05.2003
Legal Intern
Leiden And Leiden, P.C
05.2002 - 08.2002
Applicant For Certificate Program - Native American Art History Program
Institute of American Indian Arts
Applicant For Certificate of - Diversity, Equity And Inclusion Studies
Cornell University
J.D. -
Quinnipiac University School of Law
Summer Law Program
University of Hawaii Law School
Bachelor of Arts - Criminal Justice
Sacred Heart University
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