Kaylah Maese
Las Vegas,NV
Summary
Experienced Policy Advocate specializing in civil liberties, criminal justice reform, and government accountability. Expert in legislative analysis, lobbying, and coalition strategy, with a proven ability to translate complex legal issues into impactful testimony and actionable reform proposals.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Policy Manager
American Civil Liberties Union of Nevada
Las Vegas, NV
02.2024 - Current
- Progressed from Civil Rights Analyst to Policy Manager, leading policy strategy and legislative advocacy across civil liberties, criminal legal-system reform, government accountability, and related local and state issues.
- Develop and execute legislative, regulatory, and public-facing advocacy strategies in collaboration with attorneys, organizers, coalition partners, community stakeholders, and organizational leadership.
- Monitor and analyze legislation, agency actions, and emerging policy developments; provide strategic recommendations, risk assessments, and policy guidance to inform organizational priorities and campaign decisions.
- Represent the organization in legislative hearings, stakeholder meetings, briefings, public forums, and coalition spaces, while cultivating relationships with lawmakers, government agencies, advocates, and community partners.
- Draft testimony, policy briefs, reports, public comments, messaging materials, and educational resources that advance civil rights reforms and support litigation, legislative, and public-accountability efforts.
- Investigated medical neglect and abuse within the Nevada Department of Corrections, combining legal research, public-records analysis, policy research, and data evaluation to document systemic concerns and support advocacy and impact-litigation strategy.
Barista / Shift Supervisor
Starbucks Coffee Company
Las Vegas, NV
09.2021 - 06.2024
- Delivered customer service and maintained product-quality standards in a fast-paced, high-volume retail environment.
- Supervised daily shift operations, including cash handling, task delegation, staff coordination, and compliance with store procedures.
- Trained and coached team members, contributing to stronger teamwork, operational consistency, and customer experience.
Legal Administration & Drafting
Young Law Group
Las Vegas, NV
02.2023 - 02.2024
- Drafted and executed wills, powers of attorney, and living trust instruments, enhancing legal services for diverse client base.
- Collected and analyzed financial information to support accurate asset transfers and maintain compliance across trust documentation.
- Maintained client records and case workflows using WealthCounsel and Asana to support efficient estate planning practice operations.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Criminal Justice
University of Nevada, Las Vegas
Las Vegas, NV12.2022
High School Diploma & Associates Degree - General Studies
College of Southern Nevada High School
Las Vegas, NV06.2020
Skills
- Policy advocacy
- Legislative strategy
- Policy analysis
- Legislative monitoring
- Coalition building
- Attention to detail
- Multitasking
Timeline
Policy Manager
American Civil Liberties Union of Nevada
02.2024 - Current
Legal Administration & Drafting
Young Law Group
02.2023 - 02.2024
Barista / Shift Supervisor
Starbucks Coffee Company
09.2021 - 06.2024
Bachelor of Arts - Criminal Justice
University of Nevada, Las Vegas
High School Diploma & Associates Degree - General Studies
College of Southern Nevada High School