Representative Experience
Defending employers against claims of discrimination, failure to pay wages, and other violations of employment laws at both the agency and court level.

Investigating workplace harassment claims. Conducting training seminars for managers and employees on subjects of wage and hour, leave laws, unlawful discrimination and harassment, leadership, performance management, and working with injured or disabled employees.

Developing “best practice” proactive corporate diversity strategies for employers. For employers facing discrimination charges, investigating complaints and devising long-range plans to respond to legitimate concerns and issues.

Crafting strategic public relations and crisis management messages to enhance client reputation and goals during significant business challenges. Assisting clients in developing and maintaining strong community relationships with prominent civil rights leaders, public officials and female opinion leaders.

Prior Experience
On-Air Legal Reporter, NBC, Seattle, WA

Feature Literary Agent, United Talent Agency, Beverly Hills, CA

Political Strategist, Boston MA and Los Angeles, CA

Publications and Presentations
“The Power of Inclusion: Organizing Ethnic Groups,” presented at the Washington State Women’s Political Caucus Training

“Celebrity Justice: Press Freedom and Fair Trials,” presented at the American Bar Association National Conference for the Minority Lawyer

Memberships and Activities
Member, Washington State Bar

Member, Massachusetts State Bar

Member, National Association of Black Journalists and Black Journalists Association of Seattle

Education
J.D., Harvard Law School, Boston, MA

B.A. in Government and Philosophy, Georgetown University, Washington, D.C.