Michelle Choy
Clifton,NJ
Summary
Professional Attorney offering expert legal counsel and representation. Skilled in fostering positive and trusting client relationships. Well-established knowledge of immigration, criminal and family law and 4 years of experience in litigation and legal drafting.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Associate Attorney
The Allen Law Firm
08.2023 - Current
- Drafted and reviewed legal documents, including contracts, pleadings, and motions, ensuring accuracy and compliance with applicable laws.
- Managed a diverse caseload regarding immigration, criminal and family law, prioritizing tasks to meet deadlines while maintaining attention to detail.
- Streamlined internal processes by developing templates for commonly used legal documents and correspondence.
- Provided legal advice to businesses involved in multiple types of litigation.
VOLUNTEER Event planner/spanish translator/Tutor
Oasis - A Haven for Women and Children
10.2019 - Current
- Accounted for inventory of food, clothing and other donations for large holiday giveaways and managed the amount distributed
- Translated from Spanish to English for new members
- Tutored kids in reading and math.
Staff Attorney
Legal Services Of New Jersey
08.2022 - 08.2023
- Conducted intake interviews and provided legal information, referrals and advocacy to determine potential courses of action.
- Conducted factual investigations; researches law; prepared legal pleadings and other documents; conducted negotiations
- Provided representation to clients at court and administrative hearings
- Maintained complete case management database for reputation management and protection against malpractice charges.
Associate Attorney
Guaglardi & Meliti, LLP.
09.2022 - 11.2022
- Drafted pleadings, subpoenas, and briefs for corporate litigation, employment and family law matters
- Prepared memorandums of law regarding substantial and procedural law.
Judicial Law Clerk
New Jersey Judiciary
04.2021 - 08.2022
- Researched laws, court decisions and other documents relevant to cases before court to aide in judge's decision-making.
- Drafted memorandums and opinions of criminal procedure and law
- Managed motion practice and Judge's calendar by communicating with prosecutors, defense attorneys and defendants regarding scheduling, briefs, and Judge's orders
Law Clerk
AHS Law Firm, LLC.
09.2018 - 01.2020
- Prepared immigration visa applications for submission to United States Citizenship and Immigration Services ("USCIS")
- Drafted memorandums of law and reviewed documents regarding real estate contracts, landlord-tenant disputes, and municipal court matters.
VOLUNTEER Teacher's Aid
1st Cerebral Palsy Center of NJ
10.2015 - 09.2018
- Instructed children ages 4-7 suffering from cerebral palsy, primarily on tasks involving developmental and interpersonal skills.
Law Clerk
Khemraj Law Firm, P.C.
05.2018 - 08.2018
- Prepared and submitted legal documents and applications to USCIS for Asylum, Update status, Naturalization and Appeals
- Translated documents from Spanish to English such as birth certificates, affidavits, police reports, etc
- Translated during meetings between attorney and clients.
Education
J.D. -
Seton Hall University School of Law
Newark, New Jersey05.2020
Bachelor of Arts -
Montclair State Univesity
Montclair, New Jersey01.2017
Referencesavailable
References available upon request
Baradmissions
- New Jersey
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Associate Attorney
The Allen Law Firm
08.2023 - Current
Associate Attorney
Guaglardi & Meliti, LLP.
09.2022 - 11.2022
Staff Attorney
Legal Services Of New Jersey
08.2022 - 08.2023
Judicial Law Clerk
New Jersey Judiciary
04.2021 - 08.2022
VOLUNTEER Event planner/spanish translator/Tutor
Oasis - A Haven for Women and Children
10.2019 - Current
Law Clerk
AHS Law Firm, LLC.
09.2018 - 01.2020
Law Clerk
Khemraj Law Firm, P.C.
05.2018 - 08.2018
VOLUNTEER Teacher's Aid
1st Cerebral Palsy Center of NJ
10.2015 - 09.2018
J.D. -
Seton Hall University School of Law
Bachelor of Arts -
Montclair State Univesity
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