Rachel Hanson-Hervey
Lathrup Village,MI
Summary
Bright and highly-motivated attorney with a background in complex litigation and environmental policy. Adept in interacting with clients for successful risk management and problem solving. Committed and creative attorney looking to leverage background in civil litigation and public policy.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Associate Attorney
Hooper Hathaway PC
01.2022 - Current
- Provided legal advice to variety of clients involved in multiple types of complex litigation
- Conducted legal research and conferred with colleagues with subject matter expertise to develop strategies and arguments in preparation for presentation of cases in state and federal court
- Attended hearings as representative of corporate entities, individuals, and firm clients
- Minimized risk exposure through careful advice on business operations and strategic plans
- Provided assistance in trial development and strategy in a federal lawsuit involving complex environmental issues
- Assisted as second chair at trial returning a positive verdict for our clients
Associate Attorney
Thurswell Law
11.2018 - 12.2021
- Assisted supervising attorney in a variety of complex medical malpractice litigation matters
- Advocated for clients before in both state and federal court
- Conducted legal research, and drafted motions and briefs at the circuit court and appellate level
- Questioned and cross-examined witnesses throughout course of litigation, including depositions
- Participated in settlement negotiations and developed strategies to resolve cases in the client's best interest
- Successfully defeated appeal in the Sixth Circuit Court of Appeals
Student Attorney
Environmental And Natural Resources Law Clinic
09.2017 - 05.2018
- Organized, supervised, and led client meetings
- Performed complex legal research and drafted numerous legal memoranda in a variety of environmental subject areas
- Engaged in legislative and environmental policy discussions at the state and federal level
- Assisted in trial preparation
- Selected to travel to St. Croix to assist in litigation for a federal Clean Air Act case
- Selected as an Advanced Student Attorney
Farm Animal Law & Policy Intern
Animal Welfare Institute
05.2017 - 08.2017
- Performed research and drafted memoranda on a variety of farm animal policy issues
- Engaged in stakeholder meetings to implement and promote policy change in various food & agriculture concerns
- Submitted numerous Freedom of Information Act requests
- Analyzed enforcement records and maintained various databases
Manager
Bean And Tea Company
07.2014 - 07.2015
- Supervised 15 employees at a busy, fast-paced coffee shop
- Managed accounts payable and receivable, reviewed daily sales, and handled bank deposits
- Promoted from Barista to Manager after one week on the job
Student Cook Supervisor
Brody Square Cafeteria
08.2010 - 05.2014
- Managed employees at cuisine-specific stations for one of the largest sustainable cafeterias in the United States
- Gained valuable interpersonal skills interacting with students and other customers
- Promoted from Server to Student Cook to Student Cook Supervisor within two years
Education
Masters of Environmental Law And Policy -
Vermont Law School
South Royalton, VT12.2018
J.D. - Environmental Law
Vermont Law School
South Royalton, VT05.2018
Bachelor of Science - Political Science
Michigan State University
East Lansing, MI05.2014
Skills
- Public Relations & Community Outreach
- Program & Project Management
- Environmental Law & Policy
- Research & Writing
- Microsoft Office and Adobe Proficiency
- Time Management & Prioritization
- Proficient in Oral Argument & Presentation
- Ability to Work in High-Pressure Situations
Bar Admission
State Bar of Michigan
United States District Court - Eastern District of Michigan
United States District Court - Western District of Michigan
United States District Court - Western District of Wisconsin
Sixth Circuit Court of Appeals
Publications
Rachel Hanson, Did the Chicken Cross State Lines? Discussing the Constitutional Implications of Implementing a Sales Ban on Inhumane Poultry Products in Ohio, 42 Vt. L. Rev. 631 (2018)
Affiliations
- Barrister's Book Store Board of Directors, 2016 - 2018
- VLS Animal Law Society, Secretary, 2016 - 2018
- VLS Food and Agricultural Law Society, Secretary, 2016-2017
- Student Ambassador: Selected to represent students to the Dean's Office, 2016 - 2018
- Board Member, Seven Ponds Nature Center, 2022 - to present
Interests
Hiking, the Outdoors, Sustainable Fashion, Urban Agriculture, Animal Welfare, Coffee, Zero Waste Living
Timeline
Associate Attorney
Hooper Hathaway PC
01.2022 - Current
Associate Attorney
Thurswell Law
11.2018 - 12.2021
Student Attorney
Environmental And Natural Resources Law Clinic
09.2017 - 05.2018
Farm Animal Law & Policy Intern
Animal Welfare Institute
05.2017 - 08.2017
Manager
Bean And Tea Company
07.2014 - 07.2015
Student Cook Supervisor
Brody Square Cafeteria
08.2010 - 05.2014
Masters of Environmental Law And Policy -
Vermont Law School
J.D. - Environmental Law
Vermont Law School
Bachelor of Science - Political Science
Michigan State University
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