Immigration reform, reproductive justice reform, constitutional law, data privacy reform, criminal justice reform, animal welfare, advocacy, boxing, reading, travel, swimming, and gardening
Lindsay Polega
Certified Information Privacy Professional, United States
St. Petersburg,FL
Summary
Attorney adept at developing positive rapport with clients. Presents evidence clearly and practices sound and thorough case analysis techniques.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
7
7
Certifications
Work History
Associate Attorney and Pro Bono Coordinator
Katz, Siegel, & Maple, P.L.
09.2021 - Current
- Civil litigation: complex construction defect litigation, first- and third-party defense, and general liability practice.
- Defend small business owners, contractors, subcontractors, design professionals, architects, and engineers.
- Involved in pre-suit investigation, discovery, alternate dispute resolution, settlements, dispositive motion practice, depositions, trial and appellate pleading and brief drafting, jury selection and argument in both state and federal court.
Pro Bono Attorney
Various Reproductive Health, Rights, & Justice Organizations
01.2022 - Current
- Pro Bono Attorney & Community Volunteer with Planned Parenthood, Tampa Bay Abortion Fund, Jane Network, & YesOn4
- Represented non-party witnesses in FACE Act litigation prior to the Trump Administration’s pardoning of offenders and Department of Justice’s dismissal of case.
- Continued representation of minors in judicial bypass cases (per a Florida requirement to obtain a judicial waiver to receiving abortion care without parental consent).
- Continued partnership with executive directors and support staff at the Jane Network, Tampa Bay Abortion Fund, Planned Parenthood, and other reproductive health nonprofit organizations in fundraising and legal representation.
- Counseled the YesOn4 Coalition leading up to the November 2024 elections in an effort to pass a Florida Constitutional Amendment limiting government interference with abortion (assisted in: drafting amendment language, petition collection, yard sign/bumper sticker creation and disbursement, voter education, and more).
- League of Women Voters of the St. Petersburg Area Leadership: Vice President & Reproductive Rights Team Chair
- Organized and moderated monthly educational panels around reproductive health litigation and law through the League of Women Voters. Partnered with media, constitutional experts, abortion providers, and reproductive experts to create guides around the existing and forthcoming legal landscape following the Dobbs decision.
- Partnered with Abortion Access Front to Organize and host a film screening of “No One Asked You,” to provide education on crisis pregnancy clinics to community members. Served as point of contact for related media requests.
- Created, drafted, and edited a League sponsored Pregnancy Resource Guide, to help pregnant people learn about the types of pregnancy care they can expect to receive at various local providers and advertisers of “care.”
- Partnered with local abortion providers and reproductive health clinics to promote access to care, ensure patient and employee safety, fundraising, and advocate for better care around maternal health and abortion care as a whole.
Pro Bono Attorney
Various Immigration Matters
01.2022 - Current
- Pro Bono Attorney & Community Volunteer with VECINA and Kids in Need of Defense (KIND)
- Afghan Asylum: Prepare and file applications for asylum on behalf of Afghan nationals. Assist Afghan Asylum applicants for asylum interviews through mock interviews designed to emulate asylum interviews.
- Family Reunifications: Partner with VECINA interpreters and staff to facilitate family reunifications with children in the custody of the Office of Refugee Resettlement and Customs and Border Protection.
Law Clerk
Doyle Conflict Resolution
02.2021 - 09.2021
- Attended hearings and reviewed case materials to prepare arbitration decisions, binding and non-binding, for a Florida licensed arbitrator and mediator.
Legal Extern
In-House Counsel Externship
01.2020 - 05.2021
- Worked in the offices of Lykes Bros., Inc. and the IronMan Group under the supervision of in-house counsel.
- Developed policy surrounding trademark applications and international data privacy law.
- Drafted corporate contracts, memorandums, and correspondence to clients and government officials.
- Resolved BBB complaints and drafted intellectual property, independent contractor, and non-disclosure agreements.
Teacher Assistant to Professor Catherine Cameron, Course: Legal Research and Writing I and II
Stetson University College of Law
08.2019 - 05.2021
- Facilitated student learning in the classroom by leading small group discussions, grading assignments, providing individual feedback on legal writing, conducting research, and preparing course materials.
Law Clerk
Singha Law Group
03.2020 - 02.2021
- Worked alongside attorneys and staff to bring clients justice in matters of medical malpractice, products liability, auto accidents, and nursing home abuse and neglect.
- Assisted in preparing motions, demands, discovery responses, and other legal filings.
- Attended pre-trials, trials, hearings, and depositions. Assisted attorneys in preparing for litigation.
Legal Intern
Gaunce Law
05.2019 - 02.2020
- Researched trademarks, record retention, OSHA defense, and other legal issues pertaining to employment law.
- Completed and filed trademark applications with U.S. Patent and Trademark officials.
- Edited contracts and business documents, such as business formation documents and employee handbooks.
Legal Extern
Office of the Attorney General: Consumer Protection Division
08.2019 - 12.2019
- Researched financial recovery methods, consumer protection policy, loan requirements, and deceptive trade practices.
- Drafted memorandums, affidavits, and motions for Assistant Attorneys to the Attorney General.
- Assisted in state and federal court trials that resulted in multimillion-dollar consumer relief packages.
Specialty Finance: Deductions & Collections Analyst
The Kellogg Company
02.2017 - 08.2018
- Researched, analyzed, and validated transactions on high-grossing customer accounts.
- Supervised student interns. Responsible for daily oversight, monthly meetings, career development, and training.
Specialist: Order to Cash
Advantage Solutions
02.2016 - 02.2017
- Worked closely with sales representatives to manage business plans, research promotions, and validate deductions.
- Strengthened relationships with clients to resolve a collection of aged receivables in accordance with audit guidelines.
English Teaching Assistant
Teaching Assistant Program in France
09.2015 - 02.2016
- Developed curriculum and instructed English lessons at the College le Bernica on the island of La Réunion, France.
- Encouraged students to explore the English language and English-speaking cultures.
Education
J.D. -
Stetson University College of Law
Gulfport, FL05.2021
Bachelor of Arts - International Studies, French Minor
Louisiana State University
Baton Rouge, LA12.2014
French Immersion -
Université Sainte-Anne
Pointe d’Église, CA01.2013
Affiliations
American Bar Association
Florida Bar Association: Cybersecurity and Privacy Law Committee
League of Women Voters: Vice President, Repro Rights Chair
Pinellas County Urban League
Certification
Florida Bar Member in Good Standing
Interests
Timeline
Pro Bono Attorney
Various Reproductive Health, Rights, & Justice Organizations
01.2022 - Current
Pro Bono Attorney
Various Immigration Matters
01.2022 - Current
Associate Attorney and Pro Bono Coordinator
Katz, Siegel, & Maple, P.L.
09.2021 - Current
Law Clerk
Doyle Conflict Resolution
02.2021 - 09.2021
Law Clerk
Singha Law Group
03.2020 - 02.2021
Legal Extern
In-House Counsel Externship
01.2020 - 05.2021
Teacher Assistant to Professor Catherine Cameron, Course: Legal Research and Writing I and II
Stetson University College of Law
08.2019 - 05.2021
Legal Extern
Office of the Attorney General: Consumer Protection Division
08.2019 - 12.2019
Legal Intern
Gaunce Law
05.2019 - 02.2020
Specialty Finance: Deductions & Collections Analyst
The Kellogg Company
02.2017 - 08.2018
Specialist: Order to Cash
Advantage Solutions
02.2016 - 02.2017
English Teaching Assistant
Teaching Assistant Program in France
09.2015 - 02.2016
Bachelor of Arts - International Studies, French Minor
Louisiana State University
J.D. -
Stetson University College of Law
French Immersion -
Université Sainte-Anne
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