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Harini Karnati

@harinikarnati

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I am a law-focused graduate skilled in legal research, policy analysis, and community justice.

United States

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What I'm looking for

I'm seeking entry-level legal or public-policy roles applying legal research, policy analysis, and community-justice experience; I value mentorship, collaborative teams, hands-on courtroom exposure, and impact-driven work.

I am a graduate of a BA program in Political Science and International Relations enrolled in a 3+2 Albany Law Program, with Dean’s List honors and membership in Pi Gamma Mu. My academic training included criminal and constitutional law, quantitative analysis, research design, and Excel proficiency.

As a legal intern I conducted in-depth legal research, authored accessible explainers on Article 17 and migrant policy, and observed proceedings across Albany Criminal Court and the NY Court of Appeals. I also researched the intersection of social media and restorative justice for local policy work and supported public-facing projects in municipal government.

I have served in leadership roles on mock trial and pre-law organizations, tutored public speaking, and volunteered with local food banks and cultural institutions. I bring meticulous legal research, clear writing, courtroom familiarity, and a commitment to community-centered policy to entry-level legal or policy roles.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

Legal Intern

Siena Legal Fellowship

May 2024 - Jul 2024 (2 months)

Conducted in-depth legal research and wrote case briefs analyzing novel statutory interpretations from New York appellate courts, contributing to the Government Law Center’s Interbranch Communications Project. Authored an accessible explainer on Article 17 and the migrant crisis and observed court proceedings to inform analyses of NYS legal frameworks.

Legal Research Policy Analysis Court Observation

Public Policy & Community Justice Intern

Asian Pacific American Public Affairs Organization

Jun 2023 - Aug 2023 (2 months)

Researched the intersection of social media and restorative justice to support youth engagement and community-focused policy development. Attended meetings with the Mayor and Deputy Mayor and gained exposure to local government operations and policy implementation.

Restorative Justice Stakeholder Engagement Community Outreach Meeting Support Report Writing Policy Analysis

Legal Intern

Barbaruolo Law Firm

Nov 2021 - May 2022 (6 months)

Attended client meetings to gather case information and supported attorneys with case preparation and follow-up documentation. Conducted legal research on statutes and case law and organized legal documents to improve filing efficiency and access to case materials.

Legal Research Case Management Document Management

Education

Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework

Siena College

Bachelor of Arts, Political Science & International Relations

2022 - 2025

Grade: 3.49 GPA

Activities and societies: Honors: Dean's List; Pi Gamma Mu; Counselor VIP Scholarship; Siena Franciscan Scholarship; St. Francis Scholarship. Activities: Siena College Mock Trial (PR Officer & Defense/Plaintiff Attorney), Pre-Law Society (Treasurer), Bhangra/Bollywood Dance Team (Co-Captain), Phi Alpha Delta (Secretary), Student Conduct Review Board.

Earned a Bachelor of Arts in Political Science & International Relations with a minor in Criminal Justice through Siena College's 3+2 Albany Law Program, completing coursework in criminal and constitutional law, research design, and quantitative analysis.