City of ChicagoStaff Attorney
Jan. 2016 - Dec. 20173510 South Michigan Avenue, Chicago, Illinois 60653Helped General Counsel advise operating departments regarding policies and courses of action: Researched and analyzed local, state, federal laws, ordinances, and court decisions relative to legal issues affecting operating departments;
Helped police board determine a legal outcome for police misconduct: Prepared legal cases for review (e.g., Police Board);
Worked closely with Department of Law on preparing and presenting police board/department cases; Determined if police department is in compliance with local, state, and federal laws, e.g., FOIA, HIPAA and EEO laws: Analyze data to understand if responses are compliant and timely;
Responded to legal documents, discovery, and subpoenas.