JOSHUA LIM
Attorney At Law, District Of Columbia
Washington,DC
Summary
Legal professional with experience in legal research, document drafting, and case management. In-depth knowledge of legal terminology and procedures. Proven ability to leverage strong organizational skills to streamline legal processes and ensure compliance with regulations. Delivers high-quality results in fast-paced environments while maintaining keen attention to detail.
Overview
2
2
Certifications
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Law Clerk
CACI International, Inc.
04.2026 - Current
- Drafted numerous motions and responses on habeas cases.
- Conducted legal research and drafted memorandums on complex immigration issues such as OSUP revocation, entry-fiction doctrine, procedural due process, etc.
- Interpreted statutes, regulations, and case law to support complex legal analysis and recommendations.
- Utilized various legal technology platforms such as Everlaw, CaseView, NetDocs, Westlaw, Lexis, etc. to assist AUSAs with case administration.
- Maintained orderly spreadsheets to track incoming and closing cases.
Assistant Editor
Pub K Group, Inc./Nichols Law LLP
04.2024 - 02.2026
- Constructed first draft of proposal for a multimillion-dollar government contract.
- Composed and published daily case summaries across multiple jurisdictions including GAO, CAFC, COFC, CBCA, ASBCA, OHA, and the U.S. Supreme Court
- Curated and disseminated legal news, law firm insights, and regulatory updates in the government contracts sector including but not limited to: FAR Updates, SBA updates, FCA cases, bid protests, executive orders, and recent contracts
- Edited legal content for clarity, accuracy, and consistency with house style
- Supported the development and logistics of the Annual Review Conference, a major event attended by leading government contracts professionals and attorneys
Legal Intern / Paralegal
Law Offices of Paul Strauss and Associates, P.C.
05.2021 - 05.2023
- Conducted in-depth legal research and drafted a persuasive Post-Hearing Brief supporting the award of attorney’s fees and damages
- Drafted a broad range of litigation documents including Motions to Dismiss, Answers to Complaints, Summary Judgment motions, discovery responses, and settlement agreements
- Supported attorneys in deposition preparation, trial strategy, and client communications
- Authored internal memoranda analyzing key legal doctrines such as harmless error, minor employment issues, and vaccine mandates
- Handled phone communication from clients, potential clients, and opposing counsel.
Judicial Intern
Santa Clara County Superior Court
05.2022 - 08.2022
- Observed courtroom proceedings and drafted concise, high-level summaries for judicial review
- Participated in legal issue briefings and discussions with judges and clerks
- Conducted statutory research and developed organized visual tools to assist in felony and misdemeanor case assessments
Legal Assistant
Wolfsdorf Rosenthal LLP
04.2019 - 07.2020
- Managed filings for employment-based visas (H-1B, AOS, J-1, L-1A, O-1, and others) across multiple client matters
- Trained and supervised new legal assistants in case preparation and client correspondence
- Coordinated client intake, maintained case files, and provided ongoing administrative support in a high-volume immigration practice
Education
J.D. - Law
The George Washington University Law School
Washington, DC05.2023
B.A. - U.S. History
Biola University
La Mirada, CA12.2018
Skills
- Legal research and writing: case law analysis, memoranda, and motion drafting
- Litigation support: discovery, pleadings, trial prep, and client communication
- Proficient in Westlaw, LexisNexis, and Microsoft Office Suite
- Strong organizational skills and experience managing case workflows
- Client communication: Written and spoken correspondence
- Skilled at drafting contracts and agreements with attention to compliance and legal pitfalls
Certification
DC Bar License - Active and in good standing
Timeline
Law Clerk
CACI International, Inc.
04.2026 - Current
Assistant Editor
Pub K Group, Inc./Nichols Law LLP
04.2024 - 02.2026
Judicial Intern
Santa Clara County Superior Court
05.2022 - 08.2022
Legal Intern / Paralegal
Law Offices of Paul Strauss and Associates, P.C.
05.2021 - 05.2023
Legal Assistant
Wolfsdorf Rosenthal LLP
04.2019 - 07.2020
J.D. - Law
The George Washington University Law School
B.A. - U.S. History
Biola University