
Taylor A.
5.0
Public Interest Legal Careers | DOJ intern | Federal Judicial Clerk
Studied at Stanford Law School

Works at U.S. Court of Appeals for the Ninth Circuit
Available tomorrow at 9:00 PM UTC
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Taylor’s Legal Practice Qualifications
Experience level: Associate
As a recent Stanford Law School JD graduate and a Knight-Hennessy Scholar, I bring a range of experience in public service legal roles as a law student and new attorney, including with the Department of Justice, private public interest firms, and federal clerkships. My diverse legal background, from clerking to interning with the House Foreign Affairs Committee Legal Counsel, equips me with a deep understanding of the legal field. I am passionate about helping aspiring legal professionals navigate their career paths, offering insights into law school applications, internships, and clerkships. Let's work together to achieve your legal career goals—reach out to start your journey today!
Taylor can help with:
Interview Prep
Skill Building
Legal Research
Resume Review
Networking Strategy
Case Analysis
About Taylor
My life has been all about taking big leaps and making major pivots - all to live more authentically and find greater meaning in my life and career. After 6 years in the active duty military, I decided to pursue a legal career. I attended Stanford Law School as a Knight-Hennessey Scholar, am currently working as a Ninth Circuit clerk, and will join a plaintiffs' firm next year. I'm a proud Pacific Northwest native, but I have lived and traveled worldwide as an Air Force Intelligence Officer. In my free time, I'm an avid adventurer. I love trail running, mountain biking, and exploring new places.
Why do I coach?
Incredible coaches and mentors helped me navigate this journey. My passion lies in helping others do the same. My expertise lies in working with transitioning military members and vets, but I also love helping young professionals and senior undergrads imagine and plan for a future in law or pursing other graduate or fellowship programs. I take a holistic approach with my clients -- I want to understand your goals, ambitions, and priorities. How can I help make your dreams a reality?
Work Experience

Judicial Law Clerk
U.S. Court of Appeals for the Ninth Circuit
August 2024 - Present
Legal Extern
Department of Justice
January 2024 - March 2024

Summer Associate
Edelson PC
June 2023 - August 2023
Legal Intern - House Foreign Affairs Committee
U.S. House of Representatives
July 2022 - September 2022

Legal Intern - Yosemite National Park
U.S. Court for the Northern District of California
June 2022 - August 2022
Education
Stanford Law School
Doctor of Law - JD
2021 - 2024
Activities and societies: Knight-Hennessy Scholar; Gordian-Knot Center Defense Innovation Scholar; Supreme Court Litigation Clinic; Stanford Law & Policy Review; Stanford National Security & the Law Society; Stanford Law & Technology Association; Outlaw

American Military University
Master's degree, Intelligence Studies
2016 - 2017
Thesis: Engagement or Escalation: Assessing the Security Implications of a Nuclear North Korea

University of Washington
Bachelor's Degree, Political Science
2010 - 2014
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Overall Rating
5.0
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