amanda ramnaraign

* Legal Intern, (Admitted to Practice under a Student Practice Order), January 2013 – May 2013 * Conducted initial interviews with individuals in need of representation for tax liabilities * Counseled taxpayers on issues related to tax controversies with the Internal Revenue Service and New York State Department of Taxation and Finance * Negotiated and attempted to compromise tax liabilities with the Internal Revenue Service * Prepared and filed personal income tax returns, including Schedules B, C & D * Researched and counseled clients on various income tax issues relating to collection, self- employment issues, correct filing status, levies and tax related statutes of limitations * Drafted petitions, memoranda of law and motions in preparation for tax litigation

* Sorted and electronically logged court documents for attorneys * Assisted in organizing pleading and client deposition records * Served as initial point of contact for clients and received incoming case documents * Drafted court documents including financial statements, divorce pleadings, and child custody agreements

* Nonprofit * 51-200 employees * Higher Education industry

* Assisted with the operation and implementation of health, wellness, and fitness programs, events and services provided by the Department of Student Affairs * Assisted in compiling participation data and the completion of necessary reports * Created and updated the Wellness Blog for Albany Law School

* Advised students about the importance of preparing for the New York State Bar * Advised students of Kaplan’s program and the benefits of taking the bar prep program with Kaplan