Lauren Ghosh
Spring Valley,CA
Summary
Driven Attorney bringing 10 years of comprehensive experience in law. Responsive team player with expertise in Consumer law, Native American law, tribal governance, corporate law, civil litigation, immigration law, and criminal law. Detail-oriented and trustworthy with excellent time management skills.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Provisionally Licensed Attorney
Law Office Of Quintin G. Shammam
01.2023 - Current
- Analyzed and applied legal principles and performed legal research to support litigation strategy.
- Drafted complaints, agreements, contracts and other legal documents.
- Drafted Discovery Requests and Responses to Discovery Demands.
- Interviewed witnesses and gathered public record research relevant to each case.
- Proven ability to develop and implement creative solutions to complex problems.
- Adaptable and proficient in learning new concepts quickly and efficiently.
Paralegal
Sycuan Band of the Kumeyaay Nation
01.2019 - 04.2022
- Provided paralegal and general support to Sycuan General Counsel to Sycuan Band of the Kumeyaay Nation Tribal Council, operating Southern California's premier Indian gaming and resort facilities, Sycuan Casino and Resort.
- Provided support and assistance to Sycuan Tribal Development Corporation (STDC) with progressive business development efforts in San Diego. STDC owns and operates Singing Hills Country Club, historic U.S. Grant Hotel, and Marina Gateway Hotel and Conference Center.
- Collaborated with General Counsel to develop legal arguments, motions, pleadings, briefs, appeals, and case filings.
- Reviewed contracts and recommended edits, responded to subpoenas, generated responses to inquiries requesting status of administrative and procedural matters.
- Researched statutes, decisions, legal articles, codes and documents.
Law Clerk
Law Offices of Aziz J. Asmar, APLC
03.2015 - 01.2019
- Worked on immigration cases including administrative asylum (I-589), family-based petitions (I-130 and I-730), adjustment of status (I-485), employment authorizations (I-765), travel documents/advanced parole (I-131), and various immigration issues.
- Performed legal research and drafted forms, motions, and legal memoranda.
- Interviewed clients to draft asylum declarations.
- Worked well in team setting, providing support and guidance.
Law Clerk
City Attorney’s Office
08.2014 - 11.2014
- Assigned to General Trial Unit.
- Represented People of State of California under supervision of Deputy City Attorney in misdemeanor trials and evidence suppression, restitution, evidentiary, and sentencing hearings.
- Drafted motions, researched case law, worked directly with Deputy City Attorneys, law enforcement officers, and court staff.
Legal Intern
District Attorney’s Office
08.2013 - 04.2014
- Assigned to Insurance Fraud and Narcotics Divisions.
- Drafted motions and legal memoranda, researched case law, worked directly with Deputy District Attorneys, investigators, law enforcement officers, and court staff.
- Administrated over court hearings under supervision of Deputy District Attorney.
Legal Intern
City Attorney’s Office
04.2013 - 08.2013
- Assigned to Civil Division.
- Assisted Deputy City Attorneys in civil litigation and transactional matters: drafted memoranda, complaints, and answers to complaints.
- Researched applicable law – statutory, municipal, and case law; observed closed sessions with City Attorneys and Chula Vista City Council members.
Certified Legal Intern
District Attorney’s Office
01.2013 - 04.2013
- Assigned to Superior Court Division.
- Represented People of State of California under supervision of Deputy District Attorney in preliminary, evidence suppression, and probationary hearings.
- Drafted motions and performed legal research.
Law Clerk
Legal Aid Society of San Diego, Inc
05.2012 - 01.2013
- Assigned to Health and Income Maintenance Team.
- Represented clients under supervision of attorney in administrative hearings before Administrative Law Judges.
- Researched and drafted legal position statements and letter briefs for hearings.
- Assisted clients seeking public benefits.
Education
Bar Admissions
J.D. - Juris Doctor
California Western School of Law
San Diego, CA06.2014
Bachelor of Arts - Political Science, Law & Society Minor
University of California - San Diego
La Jolla, CA06.2011
Skills
- Exceptional writer
- Proficient in MS Office
- Legal Research
- Case management
- Document preparation
- Administrative support
- Litigation Support
- Account Administration
Timeline
Provisionally Licensed Attorney
Law Office Of Quintin G. Shammam
01.2023 - Current
Paralegal
Sycuan Band of the Kumeyaay Nation
01.2019 - 04.2022
Law Clerk
Law Offices of Aziz J. Asmar, APLC
03.2015 - 01.2019
Law Clerk
City Attorney’s Office
08.2014 - 11.2014
Legal Intern
District Attorney’s Office
08.2013 - 04.2014
Legal Intern
City Attorney’s Office
04.2013 - 08.2013
Certified Legal Intern
District Attorney’s Office
01.2013 - 04.2013
Law Clerk
Legal Aid Society of San Diego, Inc
05.2012 - 01.2013
Bar Admissions
J.D. - Juris Doctor
California Western School of Law
Bachelor of Arts - Political Science, Law & Society Minor
University of California - San Diego
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