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Nia Fripp Smith

Nia Fripp Smith

Summary

Dynamic legal professional with extensive experience at the U.S. Department of Justice, excelling in employment law and litigation management. Recognized for outstanding contributions with multiple awards, I effectively advise clients and assess risks while leading strategic initiatives. Proven ability to engage and inspire through event planning and fundraising efforts.

Overview

10
10
years of professional experience

Work History

Assistant General Counsel

U.S. Department of Justice
Washington, USA
09.2015 - Current
  • Company Overview: Justice Management Division.
  • Represent the agency in employment matters before the U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission, the Office of Special Counsel, and federal courts.
  • Provide written legal advice to client offices throughout the agency regarding labor and employment matters, including sexual harassment and employee discipline and performance.
  • Participate in department-wide and division-wide strategic planning activities.
  • Present on these activities at all-employee meetings.
  • Awarded a Special Act Award in August 2023.
  • Awarded 2020 Justice Management Division Special Commendation Award.
  • Awarded 2017 Justice Management Division New Employee Award.
  • Justice Management Division

Education

Juris Doctor -

Columbia University School of Law
New York, NY
05.2003

Master of Education - Administration, Planning, and Social Policy

Harvard Graduate School of Education
Cambridge, MA
06.1999

Bachelor of Arts -

Duke University
Durham, NC
05.1998

Skills

  • Employment law
  • Legal writing
  • Risk assessment
  • Litigation management
  • Client advising
  • Event Planning
  • Fundraising

Timeline

Assistant General Counsel

U.S. Department of Justice
09.2015 - Current

Juris Doctor -

Columbia University School of Law

Master of Education - Administration, Planning, and Social Policy

Harvard Graduate School of Education

Bachelor of Arts -

Duke University
Nia Fripp Smith