Olivia Bethea

Represented high-profile clients in complex commercial matters, including M&A and intellectual property disputes. Drafted and outlined discovery motions, motions in limine, and dispositive motions, achieving a landmark summary judgment win.

Established and maintained partner relationships with Alliance Firms, legal services organizations, and clients to foster pro bono collaborations. Shaped the vision and programmatic strategy for anti-racist commitments in the law firm community, including organizing fundraising from donor firms.

Represented high-profile clients in bankruptcy, insurance, and commercial litigation. Conducted workplace investigations and drafted discovery responses and objections.

Represented high-profile clients in bankruptcy, insurance, and commercial litigation. Conducted workplace investigations and drafted discovery responses and objections.

Researched the Civil Rights Act of 1964 for an article published in the Virginia Law Review. This involved in-depth legal and historical analysis.

Redlined and drafted nondisclosure agreements for proposed acquisition transactions. This involved reviewing legal documents and ensuring compliance.

Supported oversight and operations of the President’s Malaria Initiative from headquarters. Drafted pitch materials to Congressional staffers for policy reform, education, and advocacy efforts.

Activities and societies: Journal of Law and Social Change (Associate Editor); Penn Law Black Law Student Association (Co-chair for spring break pro bono service trip)

Awarded for outstanding pro bono work, exceeding graduation requirements by over 50 hours. Authored 'The Unmaking of 'Black Bill Gates': How the U.S. Patent System Failed African-American Inventors,' published in 170 U. PA. L. REV. ONLINE (2021).

Completed a specialized program focusing on management principles and practices. This certificate enhanced understanding of business operations and leadership.

Activities and societies: Mock Trial; Delta Sigma Theta Sorority Incorporated; UMD Gospel Choir; Study Abroad: West African Research Center (Dakar, Senegal)

Graduated with honors, receiving the 2015 National Security Education Program David L. Boren Scholar national scholarship and the 2015 Brian M. Gardner Public Service Award departmental scholarship. Studied Government and Politics alongside French.