Zachary Fini
Harrison,NJ
Summary
Knowledgeable 2L with solid understanding of transactional documentation, client relationship building and court procedures. Currently pursuing Juris Doctor degree. Eager to support legal team with research, documentation and investigative skills.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Legal Intern
Kahn Media Law
06.2023 - Current
- Conducted trademark and copyright research for small businesses and brands
- Collaborated with senior attorneys to draft and redline contracts, termination agreements, and release waivers for various organizations
- Researched and wrote blog posts on a variety of legal topics, aimed at educating clients and the general public about brand protection
- Assisted in client meetings, in both group and one-on-one scenarios to answer queries and discuss legal procedures.
Legal Intern
Kahn Media Law
05.2023 - Current
- Interviewed and communicated with clients via phone and email.
- Researched and analyzed legal issues and cases to provide accurate advice to clients.
- Conducted trademark and copyright research for small businesses and brands.
- Collaborated with senior attorneys to draft and edit contracts, termination agreements, and release waivers for various organizations.
- Researched and wrote blog articles on a variety of legal topics, aimed at educating clients and the general public about brand protection.
- Assisted in client meetings, in both group and on-on-one settings to answer queries and discuss legal procedures.
Electronic Warfare Officer
VAQ-129/VAQ-130
07.2012 - Current
- Successfully qualified and trained 258 Fleet Replacement Pilots and Electronic Warfare Officers in a variety of missions to maintain the tactical needs of 14 operational U.S. Navy EA-18G Growler combat squadrons.
- Led a multi-site training detachment between Whidbey Island, WA and Fallon, NV which consisted of six multi-aircraft training sorties with a 100% completion rate, and the qualification of 12 Pilots and Electronic Warfare Officers in Basic Fighter Maneuvers.
- Led 30 combat missions over Iraq and Syria in support of Operation Inherent Resolve (OIR).
- Led two Chief Petty Officers and 60 enlisted sailors across five work centers in the maintenance, inspection, and general servicing of five EA-18G aircraft, and the flight equipment of 20 aircrew.
- Liaised with elite weapons schools, including TOPGUN and HAVOC on latest air warfare tactics, techniques and procedures.
Electronic Warfare Officer
07.2012 - 09.2021
- Electronic Attack Squadron (VAQ
NATOPS Program Manager
VAQ-129
04.2020 - 05.2021
- Subject matter expert for NATOPS standards and practices for 15 U.S. Navy EA-18G Growler squadrons, three Flight Test squadrons, and two weapons schools.
- Developed five "immediate action" procedures in response to a series of aircraft mishaps, resulting in safer flight operations.
- Qualified and trained 10 highly skilled NATOPS Evaluators in the assessment and standardization of procedures for all U.S. Navy Electronic Attack squadrons.
- Identified program obstacles and communicated possible impacts to a team of expert engineers and aviators.
Education
Juris Doctor -
Rutgers Law School
Newark, New Jersey05.2025
Bachelor of Science - Media Production And New Technology
Northern Michigan University
Marquette, Michigan12.2010
Skills
- Client Relations
- Legal Research
- Trademark Research
- Contract Drafting
- Public Speaking
- TS/SCI Security Clearance
- Memorandum Drafting
Additional Information
- Legal Research Contract Drafting Public Speaking Leadership, Top Secret/SCI Security Clearance Microsoft Office Suite
Accomplishments
- Navy/Marine Corps Commendation Medal
- Navy/Marine Corps Achievement Medal (x2)
- Air Strike Medal
- Inherent Resolve Campaign Medal
Hobbies
- Snowboarding
- Cooking
- Video Editing
Timeline
Legal Intern
Kahn Media Law
06.2023 - Current
Legal Intern
Kahn Media Law
05.2023 - Current
NATOPS Program Manager
VAQ-129
04.2020 - 05.2021
Electronic Warfare Officer
VAQ-129/VAQ-130
07.2012 - Current
Electronic Warfare Officer
07.2012 - 09.2021
Juris Doctor -
Rutgers Law School
Bachelor of Science - Media Production And New Technology
Northern Michigan University
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