Alexis Berg

Experience

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  Law Office of Jeffrey Berg

  May 2016 - May 2020

  Paralegal Assistant
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  UNC Honor System Attorney General Staff

  Sept 2017 - Dec 2020

  • Investigated, charged, and monitored case processing of over 400 alleged student honor code violations during an unprecedented uptick of both academic and conduct complaints.• Coordinated with local and federal officers investigating and prosecuting child endangerment, possession with intent to distribute, hazing, harassment, burglary, and hoax threat cases.• Orally argued the University’s case, presented witnesses and evidence, and engaged in cross-examination of defense witnesses in Honor Court hearings and Chancellor’s appeals hearings.• Managed general counsel hiring and managing associate promotions; spearheaded new counsel training and continued education and development of 50 staff members. Show less • Collected evidence, interviewed witnesses, and drafted arguments in coordination with accused students in preparation for their Honor Court hearings and appeals.• Orally argued before the Honor Court in defense of accused students, presented witnesses and evidence, cross-examined the prosecution’s witnesses, and provided post-judgement assistance to accused students.• Oversaw the training and development of nine student Counsels, assigned their cases, and assisted their hearing preparation. Show less

  • Deputy Attorney General

    Apr 2020 - Dec 2020

  • Managing Associate

    Mar 2019 - Apr 2020

  • Counsel

    Sept 2017 - Mar 2019
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  Carolina Union

  Sept 2019 - Dec 2020

  • Supervised a team of 30 Assistants overseeing building upkeep, safety, and event management in over 25 spaces.• Executed event logistics and coordination utilizing scheduling software EMS and 25Live for over 20,000 events.• Entrusted with opening, closing, and managing the building, student staff, and clients on behalf of full-time staff. • Provided timely customer service and event support while ensuring safety and building code compliance.• Collaborated with coworkers to monitor EMS and 25Live reservations and efficiently set up meeting spaces.

  • Operations Coordinator

    Apr 2020 - Dec 2020

  • Operations Assistant

    Sept 2019 - Jun 2020
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  U.S. House of Representatives

  Jun 2020 - Aug 2020

  Congressional Intern

  Congressional intern for Congressman Mark Walker (NC).

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  North Carolina Administrative Office of the Courts

  Jan 2021 - Jun 2021

  Executive Assistant to the Director

  • Drafted talking points and presentations for the Director to update judicial constituent groups on policy changes, new electronic filing methods, and alternative resolution methods authorized during the COVID-19 pandemic.• Resolved county concerns about access to new electronic filing systems, alternative courtrooms for social distancing, and case-backlog management resources.• Collaborated with front desk and facility staff to reserve and configure event spaces, provide audio visual support, and oversee meetings and conferences for both internal and external stakeholder groups in 10 event spaces. Show less

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  Carolina Union

  Jul 2021 - Dec 2021

  Reservation Manager

  • Supervised nine student staff; managed scheduling of over 100 University spaces; provided welcoming customer service and event support.• Conceptualized and budgeted student organization and university events with limited financing; confirmed all reservations and event resources and staffing were accurately documented for final invoicing.• Managed the 25Live scheduling system and ensured the timely communication of event needs to internal stakeholders.• Supported the growth of 25Live usage by providing training to on-campus partners and departments.• Evaluated, communicated, and upheld Union, University, and state policies to encourage consistent customer service experiences. Show less

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  Judge Wood for Justice

  Jan 2022 - May 2022

  Campaign Manager

  • Arranged candidate event calendar and transportation across all 100 North Carolina counties.• Proofread speeches for the candidate and candidate volunteers and spoke on behalf of the candidate at various community events.• Optimized candidate travel by tracking and advising candidate on importance of events throughout the State.• Monitored the campaign inbox and social media accounts.• Organized campaign volunteers, designated tasks, and assigned event and polling site coverage.• Provided poll volunteer support throughout early voting and on election day and handed out literature to constituents at numerous heavily visited polling sites while polls were open. Show less

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  North Carolina Department of State Treasurer

  May 2022 - Jul 2022

  Legal Intern

  • Organized court filings and reviewed petitions and motions for litigation in both state and federal court.• Drafted office memoranda regarding new legislation allowing local governments to invest in public securities with few protections and proposed an amendment for additional oversight to safeguard local finances.• Analyzed investment funds’ amendments to investment contracts and flagged issues for the securities team.

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  American University Law Review

  Apr 2023 - now

  Volume 74 Volume 73

  • Editor in Chief

    Feb 2024 - now

  • Junior Staffer

    Apr 2023 - Feb 2024
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  Chief Judge Donna Stroud, North Carolina Court of Appeals

  Jun 2023 - Jul 2023

  Judicial Intern

  • Researched a variety of legal matters and drafted and edited opinions for the Judge and her law clerks.• Prepared presentations on the internal workings of the court for the Judge to present at national conferences.

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  Lawyering Peace Program at American University

  Aug 2023 - Nov 2023

  Legal Research Associate

  • Draft client-ready work product, including proposed language and strategies regarding refugees, internally displaced persons, and forcibly displaced children in the context of Ukraine for the Public International Law and Policy Group (PILPG).• Research topics include global conflicts, peace negotiation strategies, post-conflict justice mechanisms, interim/transitional governments, constitution-building, and cultural dynamics to help inform the drafting process.• Submit findings to colleagues and supervisors through a formal multi-media presentation. Show less

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  American University Washington College of Law

  Aug 2023 - May 2024

  • Property Law Dean‘s Fellow

    Jan 2024 - May 2024

  • Research Assistant to Professor Ira Robbins

    Aug 2023 - May 2024
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  Wiley Rein LLP

  May 2024 - now

  Summer Associate