Rachel James

 
Rachel James
J.D
Skills
Software Experience

Skilled in Excel, Google docs, slides, etc. Trained in all Adobe programs and have graphic design experience.

AP Style

Proficient in AP writing style. Well-versed in grammar rules and writing conventions.

Web Design + SEO

Designed and created website on WordPress. Utilize SEO and web analytics to increase web traffic. Knowledge in HTML.

Legal Research

Proficiency Certification on Lexis+

A recent J.D. graduate of Penn State Dickinson Law. Also a graduate of Drake University where I received dual degrees in political science and multimedia journalism.

I consider myself a driven, hard worker, who is passionate about instilling change and growth both personally and professionally. I enjoy working with others and encouraging the best team effort. I am flexible and consider my ability to learn and adapt quickly my greatest skill set.

Education
Penn State Dickinson Law
Juris Doctorate2021-2024
Drake University
B.A in Political Science and BJMC in News2018-2021
Experience
Legal Intern
Public Utility CommissionMay 2023-May 2024

Served a summer intern for law bureau exploring the various needs, legal issues, and structures within the Public Utility Commission. Work included research on the Universal Service Fund for Telecommunications (USF), writing memos on the consumer protection limitations of Federal Energy Order 2222, analyzing enforcement procedures implications on a water company, and summarizing comments for an ANOPR. Also served as a fall-spring intern in the prosecutory bureau of the Public Utility Commission. Where I was responsible for reviewing complaints, enacting informal data and discovery requests, and drafting other litigation-related materials. When relevant, I also participated in trial proceedings on an administrative law level and assisted in researching applicable public utility law codes and procedures for investigations. Also gained experience reviewing public comments and drafting reply briefs for settlement matters.

Legal Intern
Pennsylvania NewsMedia AssociationAug. 2022-Present

Working in the legislative affairs and legal department for the Pennsylvania NewsMedia Association, where responsibilities include reviewing proposed legislation, assisting in the editing of amicus briefs, and strategizing on action priorities advocating for our newspaper coalitions, First Amendment, and access to information rights, especially that of Right to Know law and Sunshine Act.

Legal Intern
Governor's Office of General CounselMay 2022-July 2022

Oversees printing and editorial schedule for weekly college paper. Responsible for final editorial decisions and staff. Approve and assist with story ideas as well as edit layouts. Manage a budget of approx. $45,000 and editorial staff of 15. 

Editor-in-Chief
Times-DelphicAug. 2019-May 2021

Oversees printing and editorial schedule for weekly college paper. Responsible for final editorial decisions and staff. Approve and assist with story ideas as well as edit layouts. Manage a budget of approx. $45,000 and editorial staff of 15. 

Executive Team for Bulldogs for Booker
Cory 2020 Presidential CampaignAug. 2019-Feb. 2020

Part of ad hoc campus campaign organization for Cory Booker 2020 presidential election. Help plan events and mobilize prospective voters. 

Talent/Reporter
Drake Broadcasting System Aug. 2018-

Co-anchor a live show and created over 15 news packages from man-on-the-street to long form documentary style. Part of one of the largest student broadcasts in nation.

News Editor
Times-DelphicSept. 2018- Aug. 2019

Worked with writers and fellow editors to gather stories for weekly paper. Sent out story ideas and would help develop enterprise stories. Would cover breaking news such as robberies or campus protests. Responsible for final layout and the second round of edits.