Lorena Valencia

Judicial Law Clerk First Judicial District Court, Department 2 Aug 2016 - Present 8 years 4 months Caron City, Nevada Research applicable legal and factual issues at the direction of the judge. Interpret and apply laws, court decisions, and other legal authorities in the preparation of briefs, pleadings, and other legal papers. Draft memoranda, opinions, and other documents related to findings on specific cases or issues. Attend court hearings, trials, and arraignments, etc., as required. Contribute to the efficiency and effectiveness of the court by offering suggestions and participating as an… Show more Research applicable legal and factual issues at the direction of the judge. Interpret and apply laws, court decisions, and other legal authorities in the preparation of briefs, pleadings, and other legal papers. Draft memoranda, opinions, and other documents related to findings on specific cases or issues. Attend court hearings, trials, and arraignments, etc., as required. Contribute to the efficiency and effectiveness of the court by offering suggestions and participating as an active member of a work team. Maintain accurate records and files; prepares a variety of records and reports as assigned. Collaborate with the City staff, attorneys, and public in a courteous and cooperative manner. Show less Research Assistant Michigan State University Aug 2015 - May 2016 10 months Summer Legal Intern International Criminal Tribunal for the Former Yugoslavia May 2015 - Aug 2015 4 months The Hague Area, Netherlands Judicial Intern Second Judicial District Court May 2014 - Aug 2014 4 months Reno, Nevada Area Director of Youth Ministry Our Lady of the Snows Oct 2009 - Aug 2013 3 years 11 months