RACHEL-ALIA ELBAZ

646-***-**** ; ac6lty@r.postjobfree.com ; 10700 Ranchipur Street, Boynton Beach, Fl 33437 1

Education

The University of Akron School of Law, Akron, OH

Juris Doctor May (2015)

Ranked in Top Third of Class

Recipient, CALI Award for Excellence in Torts (2013)

Recipient, CALI Award for Excellence in Administration of Criminal Justice (2014) The University of Akron School of Business, Akron, OH

Successfully completed two Masters of Business Administration classes in Strategic Planning and Negotiations in the Workplace Stern College For Women, Yeshiva University, New York, NY Bachelor of Arts, Political Science, Minor in English and Associate of Arts in Judaic Studies (2009)

Recipient, Dean’s Honor Role for Scholastic Achievement (2006, 2009)

Vice President of International Affairs, J. Dunner Political Science Society (2008-2009)

Athletic Facilities Chair, Stern College Student Life Committee (2005-2008)

Peer Mentor, Stern College Orientation Program (2006-2008)

Recipient, University of Calgary Health Science Award for Medical Research(2005) Legal Experience

Legal Aid Society of Palm Beach County, FL (June 2018-Present) Pro Bono Volunteer

Assist individuals with various legal issues and participate in local events Guardian Ad Litem Program, Palm Beach County, FL (June 2018- Present) GAL Volunteer

Advocate for the childrens’ best interest, conduct research, draft reports, attend Court proceedings, conduct interviews in helping children to achieve permanency goals

Blackmore Law Office, Cuyahoga Falls, OH (May 2015-September 2015) Law Clerk

Draft legal documents including discovery, interview clients, assist with court filings, attend various meetings and assist in depositions

Domestic Relations Court, Summit County, Akron, OH (February 2015-April 2015) Extern for Chief Magistrate Carter

Observe hearings, draft orders, discuss cases and relevant law with magistrates Lynda Harvey Williams & Associates, Akron, OH (July 2014 – December 2014) Law Clerk

Draft letters to opposing counsel and clients, draft legal documents including discovery, conduct extensive legal research, assist with court filings and attend various client meetings and hearings Ohio Civil Rights Commission, Akron Regional Office, Akron, OH (January 2014 – May 2014) Extern

Assist in interviews with charging parties, draft Reconsiderations and Letters of Determination, conduct legal research, draft memorandums on legislation, make factual determinations regarding allegations of discrimination in employment, assist in mediations, attend monthly meetings to discuss cases

Jewish Law Student Association, The University of Akron School of Law, Akron OH Secretary (2013-2014)

Maintain and distribute minutes and agenda to board members. Communicate with other student organizations, administrative offices, faculty, and community members. Develop strategic plan for increasing student participation including revitalizing on-line presence. President (2014-2015)

Organize CLE panel discussion on international law and current middle east conflicts, co-sponsor events with other student organizations, meet with faculty and board to plan events to promote student and alumni participation The University of Akron School of Law, Akron, OH (February 2014 – May 2014) Health Law Student Research Assistant Volunteer

Brief recent cases, discuss merits and issues of those cases briefed at weekly Health Law Research Meetings with advising professor, fact check portions of book advising professor is writing, conduct legal research on primary and secondary sources University of Akron School of Law Legal Clinic, Akron, OH Certificate of Qualification for Employment Volunteer (October 2013 – May 2014)

Assist and advise applicants in their applications regarding gathering of documents, letter of support, and references RACHEL-ALIA ELBAZ

646-***-**** ; ac6lty@r.postjobfree.com ; 10700 Ranchipur Street, Boynton Beach, Fl 33437 2

Clemency Clinic Volunteer (June 2013 – September 2014)

Assist and advise during legal consults to assist in clemency applications, collect supporting documentation to aid clients through the process

Expungement Clinic Volunteer (May 2013 – June 2014)

Conduct client intake, maintained communication with client throughout the process providing legal consults, attend court hearings and advise the attorney on the matter, draft legal documents Other Experience

The Salvation Army, Akron, OH (August 2015- September 2016) Volunteer

Distribute emergency food assistance to members of the community, stock pantry shelves, assist food services manager in food service preparation and clean up for community meals Open M, Akron, OH (February 2015- August 2016)

Career Works Connection Mentor Volunteer

Educate, support and assist individuals on a one on one basis for financial, educational, and career decisions and goals who have graduated from the program which is aimed at helping the poor obtain economic stability by breaking the cycle of poverty and giving individuals the tools to develop positive habits Mountain of Food Volunteer

Distribute food for the poor and organize inventory of food for this charity event on a monthly basis as well as imput receiving individuals information and ensuring information is updated in Open M database Office and Administrative Volunteer

Assist in administrative and public relations areas by using social media to advertise events, organizing online database, reaching out directly to volunteers for events

Tav College, Montreal, QC (March-November 2010)

Administrative Assistant Organize and prepare student registrations, files and financial aid applications

Create, maintain and coordinate calendars and schedules for each semester

Advise students regarding classes and college programs The Observer, Undergraduate Newspaper, Stern College For Women, New York, NY (2006-2008) Editor

Science and Health Section

Recruit writers for official undergraduate newspaper, review submissions for grammar and factual accuracy, establish deadlines, research and wrote articles

LICENSURE AND CERTIFICATIONS

Admitted to the Florida State Bar 2018

Divorce Mediation Certificate 2014

General Mediation Certificate 2013

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