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Jingyu Liu

@jingyuliu

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Juris Doctor candidate and law clerk focused on consumer protection and rigorous legal research.

United States

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What I'm looking for

I’m looking for an opportunity where I can apply rigorous legal research, memo drafting, and evidence analysis to consumer protection and policy-relevant matters, while continuing to develop expertise in securities and corporate governance.

I’m a Juris Doctor candidate with hands-on experience as a law clerk in the Consumer Protection Division of the Los Angeles County District Attorney’s Office. I combine careful legal research with practical case support—an approach grounded in accuracy, clear writing, and evidence-driven analysis.

In consumer protection matters, I analyzed documentary evidence, consumer complaints, and investigative materials involving cryptocurrency fraud, unlawful business practices, and scams targeting vulnerable immigrant communities. I draft legal memoranda that evaluate statutory violations, evidentiary issues, and potential enforcement theories under California consumer protection laws, and I help deputy district attorneys prepare cases by organizing records, identifying litigation issues, and synthesizing concise case summaries.

My externship at the Legal Service of Northern California strengthened my ability to translate complex rules into actionable guidance. I researched housing, civil rights, and public benefits frameworks, drafted memoranda while managing multiple client matters, and conducted intake interviews to guide clients through overlapping legal requirements.

Beyond litigation support, I deepen my expertise through research on corporate governance and fiduciary duties in East Asian conglomerates, including board accountability, shareholder litigation, and proposed reforms to the Korean Commercial Code. As Editor in Chief of the UC Davis Law Review and a leader within APALSA, I’m committed to rigorous scholarship, strong communication, and public-minded impact.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

Law Clerk

Los Angeles County District Attorney’s Office

May 2026 - Aug 2026 (3 months)

Analyzed documentary evidence, consumer complaints, and investigative materials in matters involving cryptocurrency fraud and consumer scams targeting vulnerable immigrant communities. Drafted legal memoranda evaluating statutory violations and evidentiary issues and supported case preparation by organizing factual records and synthesizing evidence.

Legal Research Evidence Evaluation Legal Memoranda Case Preparation Consumer Protection Law Litigation Issue Spotting Evidence Synthesis

Legal Externship

Legal Service of Northern California

Aug 2025 - Nov 2025 (3 months)

Researched and interpreted statutory frameworks in housing, civil rights, and public benefits, drafting memoranda and managing multiple client matters under a heavy caseload. Conducted intake interviews and guided clients through overlapping legal requirements, translating complex rules into actionable advice.

Housing Law Research Civil Rights Research Public Benefits Law Research Case Management Organizational Skills

Research Assistant

University of California, Davis School of Law

May 2025 - Aug 2025 (3 months)

Conducted legal research on corporate governance and fiduciary duties in East Asian conglomerates, focusing on board accountability, shareholder litigation, and proposed reforms. Drafted comparative legal memoranda and supported projects involving contract, corporate, and regulatory law, including source collection, citation management, and synthesis of multilingual legal and policy materials.

Legal Research Corporate Governance Research Comparative Statutory Analysis Regulatory research Source Multilingual Legal Research Corporate And Regulatory Law Synthesis

Education

Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework

University of California, Davis - Graduate School of Management

Master of Business Administration, Business Administration

MBA candidate at UC Davis Graduate School of Management, scheduled to graduate May 2028.

University of California, Davis - School of Law

Juris Doctor, Law

Grade: GPA: 3.60; Top-third class standing

Activities and societies: Editor in Chief, UC Davis Law Review (Vol. 60, 2026-2027); Law Review Symposium Committee (Vol. 59, 2025-2026). External Relations Chair, APALSA. Reynoso Academic Excellence Award in Securities Regulation. CPA Exam Candidate (2026–2027).

Juris Doctor (JD) candidate at UC Davis School of Law, scheduled to graduate May 2028, with a 3.60 GPA and top-third class standing.