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Nneka Nzekwu

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  • Timeline

  • About me

    Trial Attorney

  • Education

    • Masuk high school

      2005 - 2009
      College prepatory

    • Hofstra university

      2009 - 2012
      Bachelor of arts english; political science

      Activities and Societies: VP Programming: Delta Gamma

    • Maurice a. deane school of law at hofstra university

      2013 - 2016
      Juris doctor (j.d.) law cum laude

      Activities and Societies: Hofstra Law Review - Staff Member, Dean's Student Advisory Council, Hofstra Law Student Ambassador, Black Student Law Association - Historian, Hofstra Trial Advocacy - Fall 2013 Intramural Competition Black Law Students Association; Dean’s Student Advisory Council, Fall 2013-Present; Student Ambassador, Fall 2013-Present

  • Experience

    • Central connecticut coast ymca

      May 2006 - Aug 2011
      Swim instructor/lifeguard

      Created lesson plans based on the skill levels of swimmer from toddler age to adults. Supervised swimmers in the pool. Carried out the goals and objectives as outlined in planning documents.

    • Hofstra university

      Aug 2010 - May 2012
      Resident assistant

      Enforced residence hall rules. Planned and executed 2 floor programs per month to engage residents in activities. Planned and executed a campus wide program once a semester. Mediated disputes between residents and roommates. Attended trainings on proper mediation techniques. Ensured safety of residents.

    • The kennedy center inc.

      Dec 2012 - Aug 2013

      Conducted interviews with clients. Conducted legal research and drafted memoranda of law. Drafted legal documents, including subpoenas, and orders to produce. Drafted client and collateral witness correspondences. Observed proceedings.. Provided one-on-one assistance to children with behavioral issues. Helped children make daily life decisions. Created goals for children based on the issues they displayed in/outside of classroom and program setting. Charted the goals and objectives as outlined in planning document. Wrote weekly organized case notes on the children’s behaviors and progress.

      • Community Activity Coach: Community Experience Program

        May 2011 - Aug 2013

      • Child Support Associate

        Dec 2012 - Jun 2013

    • The children's law center

      May 2014 - Aug 2014
      Legal intern

      Observed custody, visitation, guardianship, and child protection proceedings. Witnessed and conducted interviews and conferences with clients. Digested case and reported to attorney. Conducted legal research and drafted memorandums of law. Drafted legal documents, including subpoenas, and orders to produce. Drafted client and collateral witness correspondences. Second seated attorney during trial (note taking, gathering and distributing exhibits). Participated in weekly seminars to expand knowledge of family law. Show less

    • Hofstra university

      Jul 2014 - May 2016
      Research assistant

      Conduct legal research for the Institute for the Advancement of the American Legal System's Honoring Families Initiative on practices in family law cases. Research state laws and interview professionals on practices in different states. Write memoranda on findings and recommended practices in order to minimize negative effects on children.

    • Nassau county attorneys office

      Aug 2014 - Dec 2014
      Legal intern

      Observed Uniform Interstate Family Support Act child support proceedings. Appeared on the record for UIFSA support proceedings. Conducted conferences to work toward child support settlements. Under Student Practice Order, served as first seat in trial to recover portions of public assistance from Respondents.

    • The bronx defenders

      Jan 2015 - May 2015
      Legal intern

      Conducted legal research and drafted memoranda of law. Conducted client conferences. Drafted motions to dismiss. Appeared on the record for permanency hearings. Observed child abuse and neglect proceedings, and criminal arraignments.

    • Hofstra law review

      Feb 2015 - May 2016
      Research editor, volume 44

      Review Articles for publication. Create source lists for all citations in Articles. Ensure that junior staff members gather all assignments appropriately.

    • New york city law department

      Jun 2015 - Aug 2015
      Summer honors legal intern

      Presented child support proceedings on record. Appeared on behalf of presentment agency for delinquency proceedings. Drafted and conducted depositions of witnesses. Observed proceedings in the major crimes unit. Observed police and witness interviews. Drafted memorandums of law. Drafted communications to initiating jurisdictions regarding interstate child support proceedings.

    • The law office of amy sklar

      Aug 2015 - Aug 2016
      Legal intern

      Observed matrimonial proceedings. Drafted motions and summations for parties in matrimonial proceedings. Observed client interviews and conduct legal research in the fields of wills, real estate, and matrimonial law.

    • New york supreme court appellate division

      Aug 2015 - Dec 2015
      Legal intern

      Draft confidential reports and slip opinions for panel cases. Conduct legal research for pending decisions. Observe arguments.

    • New york city law department

      Aug 2016 - Dec 2021
      Assistant corporation counsel

      Defended municipal agencies and employees in civil actions including but not limited to 42 U.S.C. 1983 claims, claims of negligence, alleged police misconduct and negligent supervision. Responsible for a high-volume caseload, of over 100 cases, from the preliminary conference to post note of issue filing. Conducted and defended over 100 depositions. Appeared in State Supreme Court weekly to conduct preliminary and compliance conferences, in camera inspections and orally argue motions. Requested discovery and prepared discovery responses. Drafted dispositive and affirmative motions. Negotiated and settled cases. Prepared cases for trial including interviewing witnesses, drafting and sending medical exchanges, expert reports and motions in limine. Recipient of a 2017 Division Chief Award. Show less

    • U.s. department of justice

      Dec 2021 - now

      • Trial Attorney

        Dec 2021 - now

      • Trial Attorney

        Dec 2021 - now

  • Licenses & Certifications

  • Honors & Awards

    • Awarded to Nneka Nzekwu
      Division Chief Award New York City Law Department - Tort Division 2017
    • Awarded to Nneka Nzekwu
      Distinguished Service to the Law School Hofstra Law School May 2016 Awarded to a graduating student who has, in a variety of academic and non-academic undertakings, contributed to the progress and welfare of the school.
    • Awarded to Nneka Nzekwu
      Public Service Award - Gold Level Hofstra Law May 2016 Awarded to students who have completed various numbers of hours of public service during their three years at Hofstra Law
    • Awarded to Nneka Nzekwu
      Most Improved Advocate Hofstra Trial Advocacy Association Apr 2016
    • Awarded to Nneka Nzekwu
      American Association of Justice Student Trial Competition - Semi Finalist - Mar 2016
    • Awarded to Nneka Nzekwu
      St. John's Civil Rights Mock Trial Competition - Second Place - Oct 2015
    • Awarded to Nneka Nzekwu
      Dean's List Hofstra Law May 2015
    • Awarded to Nneka Nzekwu
      Hofstra Trial Advocacy Association - Member by Invitation - Feb 2015
    • Awarded to Nneka Nzekwu
      The Justice Raymond L. Wilkes Memorial Scholaraship Hofstra Law Dec 2014 Awarded to deserving and talented students with demonstrated financial need in support of their enrollment in the E. David Woycik, Jr. Intensive Trial Techniques Program. Established by Beverly Wilkes in memory of Justice Raymond L. Wilkes.
    • Awarded to Nneka Nzekwu
      Dean's List Hofstra Law Jan 2014
    • Awarded to Nneka Nzekwu
      Hofstra Law Child and Family Fellowship Hofstra Law Aug 2013 Fellows are selected on the basis of academic ability, leadership potential, experience in the field and, most importantly, a demonstrated commitment to using their legal training to promote the welfare of children and families. Program staff provide Child and Family Advocacy Fellows with mentoring and professional development opportunities throughout their three years at Hofstra Law. Fellows are invited to attend various program events, participate in a public service project of the… Show more Fellows are selected on the basis of academic ability, leadership potential, experience in the field and, most importantly, a demonstrated commitment to using their legal training to promote the welfare of children and families. Program staff provide Child and Family Advocacy Fellows with mentoring and professional development opportunities throughout their three years at Hofstra Law. Fellows are invited to attend various program events, participate in a public service project of the Center for Children, Families and the Law and meet regularly with program staff and other fellows.As part of the program, fellows are required to complete two 10-week summer internships after their first and second years. The fellowship award includes a scholarship and a summer stipend. Show less

  • Volunteer Experience

    • Volunteer Student

      Issued by Veterans Legal Assistance Project
      Veterans Legal Assistance ProjectAssociated with Nneka Nzekwu

    • Mock Trial Coach

      Issued by Hempstead High School on Feb 2014
      Hempstead High SchoolAssociated with Nneka Nzekwu