Lauren Marshall

Education:
Michigan State University College of Law                                                             East Lansing, MI
Juris Doctor                                                                                                      Graduated – May 2020
GPA – 3.37

Wydział Prawa - Uniwersytet w Białymstoku                                                         Białystok, Poland
Comparative Law Institute                                                                                  May 2018 – June 2018

Baylor University                                                                                               Waco, TX
Bachelor of Arts in Sociology                                                                              Graduated – May 2015

Academic Awards:
Dean’s List at Michigan State University College of Law from Fall 2018 to Spring 2019

Dean’s List at Baylor University from Spring 2012 to Spring 2015

Scholarships:
75% Trustee Scholarship at Michigan State University College of Law

Extracurricular Activities:
International Law Review – Editorial Board – Articles Editor

Women’s Law Caucus
Latino Law Society
Phi Alpha Delta Law Fraternity – Humphrey Chapter
Themis Bar Review – Student Representative

Previous Experience:
Vahdat Weisman Law – Associate Attorney                                           Livonia, MI – August 2020 to Present

• Serve both partners of a personal injury firm with cases involving, wrongful death, 1983 actions, criminal law, medical malpractice, provider suits, dog bites, slip and falls, premises liability, no-fault automobile accident, negligence, and auto negligence.
• Assist and train support staff with pre-litigation and litigation processes and procedures.
• Perform client intakes and client interviews to determine case merit and viability, send retainer agreements and explain pre-litigation and litigation process to new clients.
• Assist in pre-litigation process by preparing clients and attending examinations under oath, unrecorded statements, submitting notice of claims, preparing demands, and corresponding with insurance companies.
• Prepare and file various motions and briefs in support, including responses to motions for summary dispositions, motions to dismiss, default judgments, motions to compel, and motions in limine.
• Responsible for drafting complaints for no-fault automobile accident cases, premises liability cases, 1983 actions, wrongful death, and auto negligence actions.
• Conduct all phases of discovery, including responding to interrogatories, requests for production, requests for admission, and preparing clients for and attending depositions.
• Attend motion hearings, settlement conferences,
• Assist with a case load of over 200 cases involving both small sums to multi-million dollar sums.
• Given widespread scope to manage cases, make strategic decisions, and settle cases.
• Draft case evaluation and facilitation summaries, attend case evaluation hearings, and facilitate matters for settlement purposes.
• Conduct legal research regarding evidentiary issues, contractual issues, no-fault automobile issues, and premises liability issues.

White Law PLLC – Law Clerk                                                           Okemos, MI – January 2019 to July 2020

• Assist and support attorneys with research for memorandums, orders, briefs in support, and correspondence.
• Draft complaints, memorandums, orders, and briefs in support for both civil and criminal matters.
• Handle and manage over 60 Driver’s License Restoration cases, including assigning tasks and communicating with clients.
• Conduct inquiries with potential clients.
• Participate in in-office meetings with clients and staff regarding legal decisions of action.
• Review Title IX investigative reports and assist with research.
• Participate in and conduct research for highly litigious cases such as the Nassar case and Flint Water case.
• Practice areas included criminal law, family law, Title IX, driver’s license restorations, and civil litigation.

Michigan Attorney General – Legal Intern                                          Lansing, MI – May 2018 to August 2018

Health, Education and Family Services Division

• Wrote a research memo regarding federal Medicaid waivers.
• Successfully completed research projects on topics including First Amendment rights, Contracts, Expunctions, Civil Procedure, Bankruptcy, Class Actions, Medical Malpractice, and Qualified Immunity.
• Performed multiple research and writing tasks simultaneously while still providing quality work and meeting deadlines.
• Drafted summary briefs for oral arguments and participated in drafting motions, responses, and briefs.
• Attended hearings and administrative procedures throughout Michigan.
• Practice areas included administrative law, family law, constitutional law, medical malpractice, civil procedure,

Crowley Independent School District – Substitute Teacher           Crowley, TX – September 2016 to June 2017

• Secured long-term substitute position based on ability to adapt to classroom settings and accountability.
• Maintained normal procedures through classroom management and clear instruction.
• Provided necessary evaluations and daily report communications in writing.
• Ensured sustainable relationships between peers, students, and instructors through mediation.

Pier 1 Imports – Sales Lead                                                                     Waco, TX – July 2015 to August 2016

• Acted as Manager on Duty, performed opening and closing duties.
• Served as a coach to lead team of associates in upholding company standards.
• Offered customers with exemplary and timely service.
• Provided accurate product information.
• Served multiple customers, discovered their needs, and made recommendations to generate sales.
• Enhanced product knowledge utilizing available resources.
• Maintained working knowledge of store’s policies and procedures.
• Built and maintained internal and external customer satisfaction.

ITT Technical Institute – Admissions Representative                       Waco, TX – September 2015 to April 2016

• Actively recruited potential students through events and online campaigns.
• Became the most successful admissions representative within 4 months of employment.
• Remained accountable by meeting multiple deadlines and reaching quarterly goals.
• Perfected public speaking and individualized presentations for personal student needs and goals.
• Participated in promotional activities.

Law Office of Stan Schweiger – Legal Internship                                      Waco, TX – June 2014 to August 2014

• Researched information and recorded notes for criminal defense cases involving misdemeanors and felonies.
• Wrote correspondence regarding important dates and information for clients.
• Reviewed documents for errors and necessary updates prior to submission.