Kelsi Robinson
Columbus,OH
Summary
Dynamic Associate Attorney at Wood & Long, LLC, skilled in legal research and trial preparation. Proven ability to manage complex family law cases while effectively communicating with clients, opposing counsel, and pro se litigants. Recognized for strong advocacy and conflict resolution skills, ensuring successful outcomes in high-stakes situations in a role as an attorney and Guardian ad Litem.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Associate Attorney
Wood & Long, LLC
Columbus, USA
11.2023 - Current
- Experience in cases including divorce, dissolution, custody, parentage, post-decree matters, property settlements, child support, contempt, spousal support, Civil Protection Order hearings and stepparent adoption.
- Research various and novel legal issues, draft legal briefs and motions, trial preparations, and litigation in Franklin County and the surrounding counties in Central Ohio.
- Conduct independent investigations as a Guardian ad Litem for divorce, custody and post-decree matters.
- Manage court deadlines, filings, and docket coordination across multiple jurisdictions, trial preparations.
- Communicate professionally with court staff, opposing counsel, and self-represented parties in high-conflict situations.
- Associate attorney at small family law practice in Columbus, Ohio.
Law Clerk
Wood & Long, LLC
Columbus, USA
07.2022 - 10.2023
- Drafted legal documents under supervision of Firm’s Partners, legal research, memo drafting, interacting with court officers and officials, interacting with clients, and attending court appearances of attorneys.
- Law clerk for a small family law firm in Columbus, Ohio.
Executive Board Co-Chief Justice
Capital University Law School Moot Court
07.2022 - 05.2023
- Served as the Co-Chair of the Moot Court Executive Board for the 2022-2023 academic year.
- Responsibilities included preparing and executing the 2023 National Moot Court Competition in Child Welfare & Adoption Law.
- This responsibility included creation, research, and writing of the competition problem, organizing logistics of the competition participants, and day-of coordination of the event.
- Admittance and management of eight Moot Court teams and their competition schedule, and teaching assistance position for the Moot Court Practicum course in Fall of 2022 semester.
Intake Officer
Columbus City Attorney, Zach Klein’s Office
Columbus, USA
08.2021 - 07.2022
- Intake Officer responsible for processing criminal misdemeanor complaints of Columbus residents.
- Interviewed and assessed credibility of complainants.
- Summarized facts and legal issues for prosecutor review to create cohesive narrative.
- Prepared filings and documentation for court processing.
Student Intern
Ohio Crime Victim Justice Center
Columbus, USA
06.2021 - 08.2021
- Conducted legal research for cases relating to Marcy’s Law in the state of Ohio.
- Drafted memos on behalf of victims of crime for attorneys that practiced around the state of Ohio.
- Attended court hearings to observe proceedings on behalf of the victims.
Education
Juris Doctor -
Capital University Law School
Columbus, OH05.2023
Bachelor of Arts - History
The Ohio State University
Columbus, OH05.2017
Skills
- Legal research and drafting
- Trial preparation and case management
- Litigation strategy and consultation
- Conflict resolution and communication with opposing counsel and pro se litigants
- Team collaboration
- Oral advocacy
- Ethics and professionalism
- Client counseling
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Associate Attorney
Wood & Long, LLC
11.2023 - Current
Law Clerk
Wood & Long, LLC
07.2022 - 10.2023
Executive Board Co-Chief Justice
Capital University Law School Moot Court
07.2022 - 05.2023
Intake Officer
Columbus City Attorney, Zach Klein’s Office
08.2021 - 07.2022
Student Intern
Ohio Crime Victim Justice Center
06.2021 - 08.2021
Juris Doctor -
Capital University Law School
Bachelor of Arts - History
The Ohio State University