Lauren E. Johnson

Experience

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  SEPHORA

  Nov 2017 - May 2019

  Beauty Advisor

  Proactively approached clients in a friendly manner to determine how to provide a rewarding client experienceSeek out and absorb knowledge of products and techniques to stay up to date on beauty trendsParticipated in activities in assigned area(s) to support core standards and ensure merchandise is well presented and available for the clientModeled a strong brand identity based on the Sephora values and culture determine a client’s fragrance needs and suggest products that meet those needs based on your expertise and/or assistance with Sephora’s Fragrance IQ technologyEnsured compliance with sampling policies and proceduresParticipated in inventory control, loss prevention programs to reduce shortage, and ensure compliance with sampling policies and procedures Show less

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  Brandt Law PLLC

  May 2018 - Oct 2021

  Fashion & Business Law; Contracts; Corporate Formation & Governance; Policy Drafting & Training; Commercial Real Estate; Construction Law I worked with Ms. Laura Brandt who has over 20 years of experience negotiating contracts for large retailers in the fashion and business industry. She allowed me to learn and assist in the process of negotiating the best deals for her clients. Those clients have ranged from large retail chains, haute couture labels, and even unknown brands that have just started their businesses. I have worked alongside Ms. Brandt to draft construction agreements on behalf of clients and have assisted in preparing real estate leases for commercial businesses and clients. I have also assisted in depositions as a transcriber, in an employee termination action, on behalf of a large retail chain. I have experience in preparing contracts related to corporate governance and structure, whereby corporate practices were contracted. Show less

  • Junior Associate

    Aug 2018 - Oct 2021

  • Legal Extern

    May 2018 - Aug 2018
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  The Law Offices of Robert A. Celestin

  Aug 2018 - Oct 2022

  Law Clerk Associate

  Entertainment LawAs a law clerk at The Law Offices of Robert A. Celestin, I am responsible for working alongside Mr. Celestin, to help clients in the music industry understand how the music business operates. I assist in determining which types of contracts to choose, how to identify pitfalls in business deals, what performing rights they have, where to find a manager, agent, accountant, or other business contact. I also maintain and assist in helping with marketing and merchandising deals, as well as real estate transactions. Finally, I work with him to help artists secure the rights to use music that other artists have written, while complying with copyright laws. Show less

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  Bruce Colfin Law, PC

  Jan 2019 - Aug 2021

  Entertainment Law; Intellectual Property Law As an intern with Bruce Colfin, who has over 30 years of experience providing clients with legal advice in the entertainment and creative industries, I have been able to assist him as he high-profile and local entertainment clients on establishing and protecting intellectual capital. I assist him as he negotiates copyright, trademarks, licensing, franchising, distribution and contract disputes. I am also responsible for working alongside him to assist him in drafting licensing and trademark applications for clients as well as contracts, licensing agreements, negotiating settlements,while conducting IP asset due diligence for musicians, business owners, and creators. Show less

  • Junior Attorney

    Jan 2019 - Aug 2021

  • Legal Extern

    Jan 2019 - May 2020
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  Pervez & Rehman P.C.

  May 2019 - Sept 2019

  Summer Associate

  Employment Law; Real Estate Law; Commercial Litigation; Contract LawI have worked with attorneys to assist, as they create employment contracts, advise clients about their employment rights while recommending legal action, mediate between employees and employers, and represent clients in court in civil lawsuits against employers.I continued to work with the lawyers of Pervez & Rehman, in order to assist in bridging the gap between employers and employees as they handle legal matters which involve collective bargaining. I assisted as the attorneys advised employers in creating workplace policies and procedures, that are in compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws. This has been specifically achieved through creating employee handbooks and spreadsheets to determine appropriate employee wages and customs. I have also had the opportunity to assist in workplace depositions, real estate closings, as well as document review and editing for contract matters. Show less

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  LEGAL AID SOCIETY OF SUFFOLK COUNTY

  Aug 2019 - Dec 2019

  Legal Extern

  Pro Bono Volunteer/Extern"The District Court Bureau is committed to the zealous defense of those charged with violation level offenses, infractions, misdemeanors, and pre-indictment felonies. Attorneys strive to provide client centered representation, where they combine aggressive advocacy, with compassion and understanding." (SCLAS).As an extern, I am responsible for working alongside attorneys, drafting motions, conducting legal research, assisting with investigations, assisting with client interviews, reviewing and organizing discovery, and visiting clients in lock-up in order to inform them about the status of their cases. Show less

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  Complex NTWRK

  Oct 2021 - Jan 2022

  Freelance Legal Counsel
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  Metropolitan Transportation Authority

  Apr 2023 - now

  Metropolitan Transportation Authority