GW Law Writing Fellows

Sameer is a rising 2L evening student interested in Intellectual Property law. He completed his undergraduate degree from the University of Virginia, majoring in Biomedical engineering with a minor in data analytics. Through the writing center, Sameer hopes to be a mentor to incoming 1L students and provide the best guidance to produce a strong legal paper. In his free time, Sameer loves to play basketball as well as enjoys a good glass of wine.

Tim is from Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, where he graduated from the University of Pittsburgh with a Bachelor of Arts in English Literature in 2021. He is predominantly interested in litigation, which brought him to spend his 1L summer at the DC Superior Court, where he researched legal issues relating to post-conviction relief. When he's not outlining, he can usually be found watching Seinfeld and counting his pennies to try to join a rowing club.

Nadira is in her third year of law school, she is a member of the George Washington Moot Court Board, and the George Washington Law Review. Before law school, she attended Florida Atlantic University where she majored in political science. At her undergraduate Nadira competed in Model United Nations and advocated for voting rights. She hosted several discussions with federal and local political officials educating students on their voting rights. This past summer, she worked for a child advocacy organization where she advocated for the rights of children in foster homes. Nadira believes inclusivity within the writing center starts with acknowledging all students learn differently and leaning into those differences can help students learn comfortably at their own pace. On the rare occasion she’s not studying or reading, Nadira enjoys running, listening to music, making chai, or binge watching criminal tv shows.

Christina Casey is a 2L interested in litigation and employment law. She is excited to serve as a Writing Fellow this year to support her fellow law students every step of the way as they navigate the tedious yet rewarding legal writing process. In addition to her role as a Writing Fellow, Christina is a member of The George Washington Law Review, Law Association for Women, and the Alternative Dispute Resolution Board. This past summer, she worked as a Law Clerk at the US Office of Special Counsel. Christina is originally from Sherman Oaks, California. She received her BA in Political Science with minors in Business, Ethics, & Society and Italian from College of the Holy Cross. Outside of school, Christina is an avid baseball fan, an iced latte connoisseur, and a Taylor Swift enthusiast.

Angelica is a 3L with an interest in international law and civil litigation. She is from Summit, NJ and graduated from NYU in 2018 with a degree in Politics. She chose to be a writing fellow because she enjoys legal writing and meeting new people. Angelica is looking forward to helping others translate their thoughts onto paper and become more confident in not only their legal writing but in all of their legal skills. She is a first-generation law student and is always happy to answer any student questions. In her free time, Angelica enjoys live music, traveling, reading (for fun), and hiking.

Bryan is a 2L at GW. He intends to pursue a JD concentration in government procurement law. He is a proud member of the Public Contract Law Journal, and this past summer, he was a Research Assistant for Dean Jessica Tillipman of GW's government contracts program. He is also interested in administrative law, litigation, and air & space law, and he looks forward to exploring those interests in law school as well. Prior to law school, Bryan worked for five years in Washington, DC as a communications professional in the nonprofit sector. One of his highlights from this time was helping his employer advocate for what became the Electoral Count Reform Act of 2022, and this past summer, he had the opportunity to help the National Archives and Records Administration update its materials in response to this new law. Outside of law school, he enjoys running and exploring his new neighborhood in Arlington, VA. He looks forward to encouraging students and helping them grow as writers.

Lenni is a 2L interested in cybersecurity and privacy law from Princeton, NJ. She is a member of the Federal Communications Law Journal at GW. Lenni studied journalism and international relations at Lehigh University prior to attending GW Law. Lenni's experience visiting the Writing Center during her 1L year prompted her to become a Writing Fellow. She greatly enjoyed the legal writing advice provided to her by the Fellows and also appreciated how they spoke with her candidly about their experience as a law student. Lenni wants to be a similar resource for other 1L students.

Emily is a 2L interested in international law and human rights work. She is from Richmond, Virginia and went to William & Mary for undergrad. Between undergrad and GW Emily did a year in AmeriCorps NCCC. She chose to become a Writing Fellow after finding the Fellows incredibly helpful during her 1L year, and is excited to work with fellow students through the process. Outside of school Emily enjoys reading in cafes, window shopping, and playing games with friends.

Gee Gee was born and raised in Columbia, SC. He graduated from the Naval Postgraduate School in 2019 with a MS in Management, and the US Naval Academy in 2013 with a BS in Political Science. Prior to law school, Gee Gee served in the US Navy as a Surface Warfare Officer and deployed on both the USS Gettysburg and USS Oak Hill. He completed his first two years of law school as a part-time/evening student and transitioned to the full-time program in Fall 2022. Over the past three summers, Gee Gee was a Summer Associate at Washington, DC, law firms. He is a 2022 Pat Tillman Scholar, former Associate of the GW Law Review, and an active member of GW Law’s Black Law Students Association. During 3L, Gee Gee worked as a Legal & Business Affairs Intern for the Washington Commanders. He enjoys lifting weights/running, watching movies, and spending time with his wife and two daughters.

MK is a 2L from Bethesda, MD, and graduated with a BA in Government and Politics and a BA in Japanese from the University of Maryland, College Park. For two years after college, she was an Assistant Language Teacher in Miyagi, Japan through the Japan Exchange and Teaching (JET) program. She also worked as a paralegal at an immigration law firm before starting at GW Law. Her main interests in law are International Law/Arbitration and IP Law, but she is interested in a variety of areas after working at the Arlington County Circuit Court during her 1L Summer. When not studying, she can be found cooking, trying new restaurants, reading (non-law-related) books, or playing video games. MK is very excited to work in the Writing Center and help students make the adjustment to law school and legal writing while keeping their own unique writing voice!

Paul is a 3L at the George Washington University Law School, and a graduate from the University of Pennsylvania, where he majored in Philosophy, Politics, and Economics (emphasis on the Philosophy and Politics), and minored in East Asian Languages and Civilization, and English. He is from Bryn Mawr, Pennsylvania, and made his residence in the incomparable city of Philadelphia until law school. His passion for teaching and helping students was cultivated in his experience as a TA for an Alfred Hitchcock film seminar at Penn. When not in the act of being a law student, Paul can be found hopelessly cheering on any of the Philadelphia sports teams, watching movies, taking film photography, or doing the New York Times Crossword (Monday through Thursday is fine, weekends are dicey).

Alex is a 3L with an interest in national security and international litigation. He is from Mooresville, NC and graduated from UNC Chapel Hill in 2020 with a degree in Political Science and German Language. He chose to be a writing fellow because he is a first-generation law student and looks forward assisting new law students students in developing their legal skillsets. Alex is available for all types of questions: legal research and writing, career planning, etc. In his free time, Alex enjoys playing soccer, lifting weights, and traveling.

Yolanda is a 3L student who has an interest in healthcare law. Prior to coming to law school, she worked as a voice surgeon, specializing in professional voice care. Her approach to the writing center is centered around allowing the individual to flourish within their own writing style while teaching effective legal writing skills. Her hours are flexible and can accommodate both full-time and part-time evening students. She looks forward to bridging the gap between expressive, creative writing and legal writing and analysis.

Gillian is a 3L at GW. Originally from Delaware, she graduated from the University of Delaware with degrees in Human Services and Criminal Justice. Gillian is a member of BLSA, the ADR Board, and the George Washington Law Review. As a 1L who struggled adjusting to the legal writing process, Gillian is so excited to be able to offer support and guidance to students who feel overwhelmed conquering legal writing. In her free time, she loves to travel, brunch in DC, and watch Criminal Minds or SVU reruns.

Jordyn is a 3L interested in communications, media law, and litigation. She is a GW Law Moot Court Board member, the Co-Director of Events for the Law Association for Women, and an Inns of Court Program Student Advisor. Jordyn is originally from South Charleston, West Virginia and graduated from West Virginia University with a double major in Journalism and Multidisciplinary Studies. Through her work as a reporter, she found a passion for the collaborative aspect of the editing process, and she hopes to share that passion with other students through Writing Center sessions. Outside of GW, Jordyn loves traveling, watching Law & Order: SVU, and hanging out with her cat, Millie.

Gavi is a 2L from Bhubaneswar, India interested in soft IP, antitrust, and corporate transactional work. She graduated from New Mexico State University with a BA in Political Science and minors in International relations, and Business Administration, where she also played Division 1 tennis. She has been a tennis player/coach for most of her college life and is excited to bring similar mentoring aspects to legal writing as a Writing Fellow. Gavi is also a first generation law student, the President of the Law Association for Women, and highly involved with the South Asian Law Student Association here at GW. In her free time, she likes to force her friends into going for a karaoke session, reading, and trying new recipes before she gets bored of them.

Akhil is a 2L with an interest in corporate and transactional law. He is originally from Portland, Oregon and graduated from Northwestern University where he received his bachelors in journalism, minor in computer science, and design certificate. After graduating, Akhil spent a year working in Chicago at Strategy& as a consultant. Akhil is the 2L senator for Brandeis Inn and is involved in Business and Finance Law Review and South Asian Law Student Association. This past summer, Akhil was a 1L Diversity Fellow at Perkins Coie in Portland, OR. In his free time, Akhil likes to play pickup basketball, try new cuisines, and play guitar. One of the main reasons Akhil wanted to become a writing fellow was to support other first-generation law students like himself!

Emma is a 2L who is passionate about family law and mediation. She completed her undergraduate degree in public policy and family science at the University of Maryland. Throughout college, Emma served as an academic tutor and teaching assistant for several years and loved collaborating with others. In the writing center, Emma hopes to help students feel confident in legal writing and their adjustment to law school. Outside of law school, Emma loves swimming, walking on the Potomac River, seeing plays at the Kennedy Center, and getting coffee with friends.

Michelle is a 2L from Miami Beach, FL interested in administrative law and anti-corruption related work. She graduated from the University of Florida with her BA in Political Science and Criminology and Minor in Economics. Michelle hopes to help other students navigate the writing process and is so excited to serve as mentor to 1L students. She is also President of the Anti-Corruption and Compliance Association and is involved with the Law Association for Women. In her free time, she loves catching up with friends, exploring farmers markets and thrift stores, and spending time outside (at the beach, preferably)! Michelle is a first-generation law student and is happy to answer any student questions about the law school experience.

Hi! My name is Avi and I am a 2L from Atlanta, Georgia. At law school I am involved with JLSA, GW International Law Review, and scouring the building to find free food. This past summer I worked for a judge at the US Court of Federal Claims, and during the year I will be a fellow at the Brandeis Center. I love chatting about Bravo scandals, conspiracy theories, and international travel. The Writing Center was an invaluable resource to me during 1L year, and I am looking forward to giving back!

Xinyi is a 2L interested in commercial litigation. She is a member of Federal Circuit Bar Journal and spent her 1L summer interning at the Appellate Court of Maryland. Prior to law school, she studied and did research in the intersection of linguistics, education, and cognitive science at Beijing Normal University and Columbia University. As a Chinese native speaker, she taught ESL to students from different language backgrounds, aged from 11 to 60 years old, over the course of four years.

Hello! My name is Will, and I am a rising 3L pursuing GW Law's International and Comparative Law Concentration. I am originally from a suburb of Atlanta, Georgia, but was raised by parents with different nationalities – one British and one American – which significantly impacted my worldview. As a US UK Dual Citizen, my goal is to pursue a legal career that is international in scope and reflects my transatlantic identity. During my two years as a law student, I have been privileged to work for important government entities, like the Public Company Accounting Oversight Board (PCAOB) and the US Department of Commerce's International Trade Administration. In the latter role which I completed this past August, I drafted legal briefs on behalf of Commerce in AD/CVD trade remedies litigation before the U.S. Court of International Trade (CIT). On campus, I serve as the Senior Articles Editor for GW Law's International Law in Domestic Courts Journal, which partners with Oxford Reports on International Law to provide up to date coverage of public international law cases. The opportunity to collaborate with the University of Oxford – where I studied abroad whilst pursuing my undergraduate degree at the University of Georgia – is rewarding on many levels. It is no secret that legal writing can be intimidating, especially for those who have taken a hiatus from higher education. My goal is to be a trusted and approachable resource to students. So let's start writing!

Caitilin is a 2L with an interest in international law and litigation. She received her undergraduate degree from the George Washington University. Caitilin spent nine years in the military prior to starting law school. In her free time, she enjoys running, cooking, reality TV, and playing with her rescue pup, Gnocchi.

Katie is a 2L with an interest in environmental and international law. She graduated from Loyola University Maryland with a major in global studies and history. As a writing fellow, she is excited to help other students develop confidence in their legal writing skills and find their unique writing style. She is also a first-generation law student and happy to answer any student questions, whether related to legal writing or not. At GW, Katie is a member of the George Washington Law Review and the treasurer for Equal Justice Foundation. In her free time, she enjoys cooking, going on hikes, and exploring new places in DC.

Brooke is a 2L from Colorado Springs, Colorado. She graduated from the University of Colorado Boulder with a Bachelor’s in Neuroscience and a Bachelor’s in Psychology in December 2020. Before coming to law school, she worked for over a year as a medical assistant to a physiatrist. She is interested in intellectual property litigation and health law, and she holds positions in GW Law’s Equal Justice Foundation and If/When/How chapter. As a Writing Fellow, Brooke wants to meet students wherever they may be in the writing process and help students develop their skills in an inclusive environment. She is a first-generation law student and understands firsthand how daunting legal writing can be initially. In her free time, Brooke enjoys reading, listening to podcasts, and traveling.

Augusta is a 3L student, and a former member of the Jackson Inn. When she is not in school, she loves hiking in the DMV area, hanging out with her dogs Chicken and Coconut and curating early 2000’s playlists. Augusta is a member of the GW Moot Court Board and the GW Mock Trial Board. She is also a member of the Law Association for Women and the GW Law Running Club. Augusta spent her summer working as a judicial intern at the DC Superior Court for the Honorable Heidi Pasichow. This year she will be interning at the US Court of Federal Claims for the Honorable David Tapp. Before coming to law school she spent two years teaching history and philosophy at the Hotchkiss School, while concurrently pursuing her Masters in Education at the University of Pennsylvania Graduate School of Education. Augusta loves the editing process and is passionate about helping students become more confident writers. She is excited to get to know new 1Ls this year in the writing center!

Annie is a 3L and a returning writing fellow. She is excited to continue working with students of all backgrounds and help them feel confident about their voice and style. She received a BA from UC Irvine, where she published her thesis on racialized and gendered humor in sitcoms. She also spent time before law school working at a non-profit, working on grassroots advocacy and education. She is excited to explore her career interests in intellectual property and antitrust litigation, but is also dedicated to criminal and immigration justice work. Outside of school, you can find Annie enjoying a movie, visiting a museum, or trying a new ice cream flavor.

Kristen is a second-year law student from Trumbull, Connecticut. She completed her undergraduate degree at the University of Miami (Go Canes!), where she studied political science and English. This past summer, Kristen worked as a Legal Intern at the Global Action on Gun Violence, a US-based non-profit organization working to prevent gun violence through litigation and policy advocacy. Kristen chose to be a Writing Fellow so that she can help students grow as legal writers while supporting them through their law school experience. As a first generation law student, Kristen understands how overwhelming law school can be and is more than happy to help in any way she can. Kristen is also a member of the George Washington International Law Review, the Moot Court Board, the Mock Trial Skills Board, and the Law Association for Women. In her free time, Kristen enjoys working out, watching sports, and cooking with her friends and family.

Regina is a 2L from Orlando, FL with an interest in litigation. Prior to law school, Regina worked in SEO (Search Engine Optimization) and has experience working with small start-ups. She’s passionate about voting and reproductive rights and looks forward to building a robust pro-bono practice in these fields. She chose to be a writing fellow because she’s convinced legal writing is way more fun (if you like to write, that is) than it seems at first; Regina is excited to help other students grow into their own potential. Her hobbies include reading memoirs (she's keen on writing her own one day), teaching Yoga, playing with food (aka cooking), training for a half marathon, pen-paling with her 4 year old niece, watching Parks & Rec re-runs, and Google-Calendaring her life (aka time-managing like a pro). She’s a first generation (and non-traditional) law student and more than happy to answer all the questions.

Ava is a 3L interested in litigation and environmental law. She received a Bachelor of Arts in International Political Economy from Fordham University. At GW, she is a Production Editor for the George Washington Law Review and a member of the Mock Trial Board. In her free time, she enjoys distance running and creative writing. She looks forward to supporting students as they develop legal writing skills this year.

Stephanie is a 2L from the Southwest suburbs of Chicago with an interest in civil and human rights, impact litigation, and appellate advocacy. She received her undergraduate degree from the University of Wisconsin-Madison in 2014 with majors in International Studies, Environmental Studies, and East Asian Studies. Prior to law school, Stephanie worked in the nonprofit sector in Chicago as a fundraising professional focused on grant writing and securing support for youth education programs. She has also held roles in the restaurant and retail industries, and once spent a summer selling chocolate at farmer's markets across Chicago. At GW, Stephanie is the Co-President of the Equal Justice Foundation, a Senior Moderator for the Civil Rights and Civil Liberties Brief, and a member of the GW Law Review. Outside of school, she can be found trying new restaurants and breweries, winning pub trivia, and playing Ultimate Frisbee.

Hagar is a 2L who grew up between Harare, Zimbabwe, and Shadmot Dvora, Israel. She graduated from Skidmore College in 2021 with a BA in Anthropology and International Affairs. Hagar is interested in international law, and her dream is to argue cases in front of the International Court of Justice or the International Criminal Court. In her free time, she enjoys rowing, running, and looking at animal shelter websites to see if any cute cats are up for adoption. As an international student and a first-generation college student, Hagar is happy to answer any questions from students in addition to helping them improve their legal writing!

Natalie is a 2L originally from Little Rock, Arkansas. For undergrad, she went to the University of Denver, where she studied marketing and business ethics. She currently serves as an Associate Justice for the SBA Supreme Court and is a new staff member on the American Intellectual Property Law Association Quarterly Journal. Natalie is passionate about litigation and she continued to strengthen her writing skills over the summer as a judicial intern in federal district court for DC. Natalie frequently used the writing center as a 1L, so she is excited to help any incoming 1L's who may be similarly struggling with legal writing. In her free time, Natalie enjoys Italian cooking, true crime documentaries, traveling, and learning to play golf.

Ben is a rising 3L, with a passion for Criminal, Media, and First Amendment Law. He received his bachelor's degree from Washington and Lee University, studying European history and Mass Communications. Before starting at GW Law, Ben worked in higher education market research and social media. With academic and professional careers focused mainly on writing, Ben is passionate about helping others develop their own voice and analytical skillset. Legal writing can be difficult for anyone to adapt to, but through open communication and a desire to see others succeed, Ben is thrilled about the opportunity to help fellow students with their written work this year. In his free time, Ben plays guitar and sings in a band. He also plays rugby for an amateur team in DC.

Rachel is a 2L at GW Law interested in corporate/transactional work. She is a member of the Business and Finance Law Review, Moot Court Board, and Alternative Dispute Resolution Board. She received her undergraduate degree from Georgetown University in Economics and Justice & Peace Studies in 2020, and before law school, she worked in executive recruiting helping place General Counsels and other top in-house legal executives at leading US companies. She spent last summer as a Global Projects Summer Associate at Baker Botts, LLP in their DC office. In her free time, Rachel enjoys trying new restaurants and traveling.

Ally is a 2L law student from Spartanburg, South Carolina. Ally received a Bachelor of Arts in Political Science and Economics from Converse University. As an undergraduate, Ally participated in Model Arab League and Model NATO. As a law student, Ally is interested in Real Estate Law, Labor & Employment Law, and International Law. She spent her 1L summer at the DC Department of Buildings. Outside of school, Ally enjoys reading mystery novels, eating brunch, and lounging with her two cats.

Jaemin, originally from Atlanta, Georgia, is a 2L focusing his studies on Intellectual Property and Data Privacy Law. His academic background is in Computer Science and Biomedical Engineering, which he pursued at Georgia Tech. Before attending GW Law, he held a professional role as a software engineer, primarily within the financial sector. During his 1L summer, Jaemin gained practical experience in intellectual property litigation as a summer associate at Baker Botts LLP. Beyond his professional and academic pursuits, he is an avid reader and maintains his physical health, participating in various sports and hiking activities. Additionally, he enjoys discovering the diverse culinary offerings of restaurants in the DMV area. Having lived in South Korea and Germany, Jaemin has a keen interest in following global affairs. As a Writing Fellow, Jaemin is looking forward to the opportunity to work with students of varying writing skills, as he believes that the process of enhancing one's writing skills is an endless journey of self-improvement.

Melis is a 2L with a prior law degree from a Turkish university, where she's from. Before starting her studies in the US, she worked at a law firm in Istanbul for several years. She is primarily interested in privacy law, which is why she has interned at a think tank and a law firm in DC, focusing on policy work in this field. In her free time, she enjoys cooking, trying out new fitness classes and exploring the various restaurants and bars that DC has to offer. Melis is excited to help make legal writing and law school less intimidating for fellow students.

Sierra is a 2L from San Diego, CA interested in environmental law. She graduated from UC Berkeley with a degree in Conservation and Resource Studies and Public Policy. Sierra is excited to work collaboratively with students and provide guidance and support as each student develops their unique legal writing style. Sierra is a member of JEEL and the GW Law Running Club. In her free time, Sierra enjoys surfing, hiking, and reading science fiction.

Katya is a 3L interested in intellectual property -- trademark and copyright law. She is also the Executive Notes Editor for the American Intellectual Property Law Association (AIPLA) Quarterly Journal and is involved in Student Ambassadors, Alternative Dispute Resolution Board, and Mock Trial Board. Prior to law school, she worked in marketing after graduating from the University of Utah with a degree in communications with a minor in theater. While she will happily talk your ear off about recent Broadway shows while strolling around a farmers market, she is also passionate about cheering you on through the often frustrating legal writing process. She values collaboration and looks forward to working with you.

Lily Walton is a 2L from Kentucky interested in energy and environmental law, specifically as it relates to renewable energy and sustainability. She graduated from the University of Miami in 2022 with a BBA in Business Law and Economics and a minor in Sustainable Business. At GW Law, she is a member of the Alternative Dispute Resolution Board, Secretary of Law Association for Women, Treasurer of If/When/How, SEER Liaison for the Energy and Environmental Law Association, and new member of the GW Journal for Energy and Environmental Law. Outside of school, Lily is a competitive equestrian and enjoys reformer pilates, going to happy hours in DC, and watching Formula 1 Racing.

Xuerou is a rising 2L from Shanghai, China. She graduated from the University of Washington with a BA in Communication and Political Science. Because of her background in communication and work experience in the marketing industry, she is interested in intellectual property, antitrust, and media/advertising law. For her 1L summer, she served as the judicial intern for Judge Reyes at the DC District Court. Outside school, she loves experimenting with different coffee drinks and playing mahjong with her friends. She looks forward to connecting with fellow students and helping them become better writers, just like others once helped her.

Jessica is 3L and returning Writing Fellow from Los Angeles, California. Jessica studied Political Science at UC Irvine and graduated in 2020. She is interested in pursuing a career in criminal law and aspires to prosecute domestic violence and sex offense cases. Jessica hopes to bring an encouraging and collaborative environment to her Writing Center appointments. In her free time, she enjoys visiting the Kennedy Center and trying new coffee shops.

Matt is a 2L evening student originally from Wethersfield, Connecticut, who now calls Washington, DC home. He graduated from American University in 2017 with a BA in Political Science and Economics. Since graduating from AU, he worked as a Government Affairs Analyst in Sullivan and Cromwell's Financial Institutions Group, writing and publishing the S&C Financial Services Digest, a weekly newsletter detailing key legislative and regulatory developments affecting the financial services industry. When not studying or working, he can usually be found biking around the city, playing with his cat, or looking for ice cream.