Temple University Law School

COLIN F. ANDERSON

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SUFFOLK UNIVERSITY LAW SCHOOL, Boston MA

Juris Doctor, 2023

Honors: Thomas Vreeland Scholarship

Activities: Black Law Student Association, Member

TEMPLE UNIVERSITY, Philadelphia, PA

Bachelor of Arts, Political Science, 2017

Honors: Charlotte W. Newcomb Scholarship Award

Activities: Black Student Union, Member; Temple University Habitat for Humanity, Member WORK EXPERIENCE

WILLIAM MCCLERNAN & STACK, Leonardtown, MD 2024-2025 Paralegal

Compiled case materials and production of evidence including interrogatories, depositions, and monetary records in preparation for trial.

• Participated in depositions with adverse parties who served as witnesses to a local school shooting and served as a note-taker during trial, discovery, and other courtroom proceedings.

• Corresponded with zoning board, attorneys, clients, and court staff to obtain any information necessary to expedite case load for partners and attorneys.

• Served legal secretary duties as needed including pre-client intake, managing attorney calendars, directing phone calls, stocking and maintaining beverages and moving hard copy case files, as well as answering general questions of clients on the firm’s mission.

• Researched case law on topics including divorce, felony gun laws, sexual assault and minor crimes, as well as specialty cases such as State law school shootings.

• Drafted memos regarding the legality of filing suit against adverse parties to be submitted to the court on behalf of clients.

• Drafted inter-firm memos to partners and other attorneys based on the findings of my research.

• Cooperated in performance review and meetings in regards to current and upcoming cases.

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BOSTON JUVENILE COURT, JUVENILE DEFENDER’S CLINIC, Boston, MA 2023 Clinician

• Cooperated in weekly supervision meetings virtually and in-person as well as make weekly court appearances.

• Interviewed and met with clients to discuss their participation in their current case, explained my role as their attorney, communicate the process and status of their court procedure, and overall case management.

• Communicated with the ADA to discuss potential remedies for my clients.

• Filed digital and hard copy case and court documents within the clinic legal system.

• Maintained and pronounced proficiency in professional etiquette by drafting legal journals of my progress. U.S. COAST GUARD, JUDGE ADVOCATE GENERAL, Washington, D.C. 2022 Intern (Office of Member Advocacy & Legal Assistance, Defense Division)

• Served as intern and law clerk for JAG attorneys defending clients against a variety of prosecutions, including formal courts martial, clemency hearings, and petitions.

• Drafted clemency request petitions for defendants in sexual assault and unlawful stipend transfer cases.

• Synthesized military justice laws and drafted memoranda on a service member’s “honorable/dishonorable” discharge from the U.S. Coast Guard.

• Researched and drafted memoranda on Uniform Code of Military Justice issues, including (i) reassessing unawarded sentences from the trial court; (ii) the timeline for Court of Appeals for the Armed Forces to submit petitions for supplemental materials; (iii) primary and secondary law regarding the 4th Amendment “search and 2

seizure” of personal property; and (iv) statutes within the Manual for Courts Martial to uncover a potential amendment for direction on proceeding with a Courts Martial.

• Supported defense counsel in a U.S. Navy domestic child abuse case, which included researching numerous state criminal laws and precedent.

• Assisted JAG attorneys in preparation of moot court by reviewing case facts, identifying key issues, and recording important material in upcoming Court Marshall appellate trial.

• Identified legal issues in the trial record of a sexual assault case and drafted correspondence highlighting material witness testimony in a case involving the provision of alcohol to a minor, unwanted touching, and rape.

• Attended voir dire interrogations, hearings, and oral arguments for Court Martial appellate trial. U.S. BANKRUPTCY COURT, DISTRICT OF MASSACHUSETTS, Boston, MA 2021 Fellow

• Drafted memoranda on summary judgment motions to assist law clerks with recommended decisions in upcoming cases.

• Researched legal databases for case law and other supporting documents to assist the court’s response to summary judgment motions.

• Attended bankruptcy hearings on the general stay, disputes of property ownership rights, the distribution of assets in a Chapter 13 bankruptcy proceeding, and the establishment of payment plans for debts owed to creditors.

• Recorded key takeaways during trials to assist clerks in drafting judicial opinions, including determinations on matters of evidence, motions to dismiss, and automatic stays.

• Participated in weekly staff briefings with judge and law clerks to discuss pending and upcoming matters before the court.

CITY COUNCIL, OFFICE OF COUNCILWOMAN BLONDELL REYNOLDS BROWN, Philadelphia, PA 2017- 2019 Graduate Policy Intern (Councilwoman At-Large, Majority Whip)

• Managed constituent communications, including answering and directing phone calls, receiving letters and drafting replies, writing and editing the Councilwoman’s public remarks, and targeted outreach to local corporations and individuals to participate in a City Council sponsored juvenile literacy program.

• Assisted in drafting proposed legislation on issues concerning women’s rights, diversity and economic inclusion, as well as formal resolutions celebrating underrepresented groups and individual citizen contributions.

• Conducted research on social organizations, small businesses, and healthcare in support of future legislation.

• Attend hearings on proposed legislation, legislative drafting “mark-up” sessions, and meetings on future legislation.

TOM WOLF GUBERNATORIAL CAMPAIGN, Philadelphia, PA 2018 Fellow

• Led voter outreach efforts through canvassing Philadelphia neighborhoods, drafting letters to campaign contributors, and producing fundraising event invitations and general campaign literature.

• Conducted research on Millennial and Generation Z voters to assist in the development of local campaign strategy.

• Assisted in drafting talking points for campaign surrogates and organizing speaker information, including biographies and other professional information.

BARACK OBAMA PRESIDENTIAL CAMPAIGN, Philadelphia, PA 2008 & 2012 Intern

• Assisted in the management of numerous campaign initiatives, including registering voter, recruiting volunteers, recording voter data, and directing communications with Philadelphia voters. 3

TEMPLE UNIVERSITY BEASLEY SCHOOL OF LAW, Philadelphia, PA 2008-2010 Student Assistant

• Supported the Dean of Admission and law school administrative staff by executing daily clerical tasks, including scheduling meetings, processing and responding to student requests, and general office maintenance.

• Conducted competitive research and analysis on peer law schools, with a focus on tuition cost, acceptance criteria, and curriculum components.

VOLUNTEER ACTIVITIES

• Greater Philadelphia Coalition Against Hunger: "Walk Against Hunger” (2016, 2017, 2018, 2019)

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