Stephen Smith
Domestic Violence Staff Attorney at Legal Services of the Hudson Valley- Claim this Profile
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Credentials
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Certified Casper Administrator
JamfMar, 2017- Nov, 2024 -
Certified Casper Technician
JamfJun, 2016- Nov, 2024 -
Notary Public
New York State Department of StateJan, 2021- Nov, 2024
Experience
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Legal Services of the Hudson Valley
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United States
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Legal Services
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100 - 200 Employee
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Domestic Violence Staff Attorney
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Jul 2022 - Present
Providing advice and representing clients and assisting with filing/litigating family court matters including family offense, child and spousal support, custody and visitation, article ten abuse and neglect, and other legal issues. Providing advice and representing clients and assisting with filing/litigating family court matters including family offense, child and spousal support, custody and visitation, article ten abuse and neglect, and other legal issues.
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NYC Administration for Children's Services
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United States
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Government Administration
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700 & Above Employee
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Agency Attorney Interne
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May 2021 - Jul 2022
Represented the Commissioner in Article 10 filings which included deciphering intakes, drafting petitions, appearing in court for initial, preliminary, settlement and pre-trial conferences. Prepared motions and orders to show cause. Prepared for and engaged in trials, including identifying and obtaining discovery, creating trial plans, and preparing witnesses. Engaged in constant communication with workers, clients, and the court daily. Represented the Commissioner in Article 10 filings which included deciphering intakes, drafting petitions, appearing in court for initial, preliminary, settlement and pre-trial conferences. Prepared motions and orders to show cause. Prepared for and engaged in trials, including identifying and obtaining discovery, creating trial plans, and preparing witnesses. Engaged in constant communication with workers, clients, and the court daily.
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Brooklyn Defenders
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United States
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Legal Services
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200 - 300 Employee
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Intern
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Sep 2019 - Mar 2020
As part of the Criminal Defense Clinic at St. John's University School of Law, I shadowed attorneys as they handled cases, I appeared on the record in the Kings County Criminal Court, I carried out research and writing assignments, and I worked with the attorneys to provide clients with the best possible defense. As part of the Criminal Defense Clinic at St. John's University School of Law, I shadowed attorneys as they handled cases, I appeared on the record in the Kings County Criminal Court, I carried out research and writing assignments, and I worked with the attorneys to provide clients with the best possible defense.
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Office of the New York State Attorney General
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United States
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Law Enforcement
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700 & Above Employee
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Intern
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Jun 2019 - Jul 2019
Worked with Assistant Attorneys General in litigation, assisted in the preparation and drafting of legal memoranda, briefs, and pre-motion letters, conducted legal research to do so, assisted with depositions, attended trials, and redacted documents. Worked with Assistant Attorneys General in litigation, assisted in the preparation and drafting of legal memoranda, briefs, and pre-motion letters, conducted legal research to do so, assisted with depositions, attended trials, and redacted documents.
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New York State Supreme Court
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United States
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100 - 200 Employee
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Intern
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Jul 2018 - Aug 2018
Working with multiple judges on a variety of criminal cases. Conducting legal research using Westlaw, LexisNexis, and the courthouse library. Observing court proceedings. Sat in on full day of court proceedings and meetings with Hon. Marcia Hirsch in the Queens Mental Health and Drug Diversion Court. Working with multiple judges on a variety of criminal cases. Conducting legal research using Westlaw, LexisNexis, and the courthouse library. Observing court proceedings. Sat in on full day of court proceedings and meetings with Hon. Marcia Hirsch in the Queens Mental Health and Drug Diversion Court.
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The Churchill School and Center
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United States
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Primary and Secondary Education
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100 - 200 Employee
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Technology Associate
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Sep 2015 - Jul 2017
Monitor, respond, and resolve help desk tickets. Setup, track, and check in/out loaner loaner computers for students, faculty, and staff. Oversee installation and setup of AirServer. Research and testing of Chromebooks for school use. Manage Canon copiers on-site, including supply ordering/replacement and support requests through Canon Solutions. Troubleshoot SMART Board issues, order replacement parts, handle service calls. Inventory management for all school-owned technology. Perform research and ordering through CDW-G. Create purchase proposals through the Apple Education Store. Research new software prior to purchasing. User and group management in Active Directory, Google Domain, and Apple School Manager. User, computer, and app management through JAMF Casper Suite. Meraki user and app management, iPad setup, and network management. Manage software and track licensing including Windows, Office, AirServer, SMART Notebook, and others. Experience with ~sedna Presenter including managing all Players, Presenter files, and licensing. Provide technical setup and assistance for events in various spaces throughout the school, including events for outside groups. Show less
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FeelTheBern.org
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Greater New York City Area
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Research & Writing/Social Outreach
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Aug 2015 - Jul 2016
Contributing volunteer writer on FeelTheBern.org. Research political issues in relation to Senator Bernie Sanders and his positions. Find studies and reports to support his claims. Follow established style guides and AP Style to share the information in a way that is understandable to people not well versed in political and legal terminology. Participate in a Grassroots movement to help spread the policies and messages of Bernie Sanders to a wider audience. Contributing volunteer writer on FeelTheBern.org. Research political issues in relation to Senator Bernie Sanders and his positions. Find studies and reports to support his claims. Follow established style guides and AP Style to share the information in a way that is understandable to people not well versed in political and legal terminology. Participate in a Grassroots movement to help spread the policies and messages of Bernie Sanders to a wider audience.
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Gotham Geeks Podcast
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New York, New York
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Producer/Co-host/Director of Marketing and Social Media
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Feb 2014 - Mar 2016
One half of the Dynamic Duo. Two Geeks from Gotham City talk about all things comics. One half of the Dynamic Duo. Two Geeks from Gotham City talk about all things comics.
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Archbishop Stepinac High School
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White Plains, NY
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Freelance IT Technician
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Jun 2015 - Jul 2015
Temporary position. Upgrading, replacing hardware, cloning hard drives. Cleaning, organizing office and storage area. Prepping old hardware for recycling. Temporary position. Upgrading, replacing hardware, cloning hard drives. Cleaning, organizing office and storage area. Prepping old hardware for recycling.
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Neverware
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United States
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IT Services and IT Consulting
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1 - 100 Employee
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Technical Operations Engineer
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Apr 2014 - May 2015
Configuration, installation, troubleshooting, and maintenance of desktop virtualization deployments in over 140 schools in the New York City Department of Education. Interacting daily with teachers, principals, and technicians to ensure maximum performance and customer satisfaction. Acted as lead technician on experimental deployment of Chrome based software. Created and implemented inventory system for internal equipment and supplies. Point person on all departmental documentation projects. Served as trainer for departmental new employee training. Show less
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Apple
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United States
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Computers and Electronics Manufacturing
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700 & Above Employee
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Family Room Specialist
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Nov 2012 - Apr 2014
Performed software and hardware repairs of Apple mobile devices.Daily solo and collaborative troubleshooting of hardware and software problems for all Apple products.Trained One to One members in various Apple products and applications.
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Specialist
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Oct 2011 - Nov 2012
Assisted people in locating the perfect solution for every technology question. Answered questions about new purchases, existing machines, peripherals and accessories, and home installation.Helped customers setup and personalize new purchases.Worked with Business Team to facilitate larger purchases.Handled tax-exempt, business, discount, and regular purchases.
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New York State Democratic Committee
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Political Organizations
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1 - 100 Employee
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Canvasser
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Sep 2011 - Sep 2011
David Weprin campaign for New York’s 9th Congressional District. Go Door to door, talking about David’s views on the issues Discussing what he would do for the community and the country with constituents. David Weprin campaign for New York’s 9th Congressional District. Go Door to door, talking about David’s views on the issues Discussing what he would do for the community and the country with constituents.
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Working Families Party
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Political Organizations
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100 - 200 Employee
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Canvasser
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Aug 2011 - Sep 2011
I went door to door talking about a range of political issues, fundraising, and campaigning for various bills. I went door to door talking about a range of political issues, fundraising, and campaigning for various bills.
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Siena Heights University
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United States
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Higher Education
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100 - 200 Employee
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Public Safety Officer
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Jan 2010 - Aug 2011
24-7 on-call technician. Monitored, repaired, and maintained the university’s camera system. Performed regular maintenance and upkeep on the department’s computers, including Director and Assistant Director. Assisted Director with any and all issues with personal mobile device. Responsible for locking up and opening all buildings on campus, as well as regular patrolling. 24-7 on-call technician. Monitored, repaired, and maintained the university’s camera system. Performed regular maintenance and upkeep on the department’s computers, including Director and Assistant Director. Assisted Director with any and all issues with personal mobile device. Responsible for locking up and opening all buildings on campus, as well as regular patrolling.
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RadioShack
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United States
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Blockchain Services
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700 & Above Employee
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Sales Associate
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Jul 2010 - Mar 2011
Answered questions for customers on new products, products they owned, carrier contracts, and mobile operating systems. Answered questions for customers on new products, products they owned, carrier contracts, and mobile operating systems.
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Siena Heights University
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United States
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Higher Education
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100 - 200 Employee
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Computer Technician
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Aug 2005 - Aug 2009
Ordered, repaired, upgraded, maintained, and managed 200+ computers on campus. Daily interaction with students, staff, and faculty to solve and troubleshoot issues. Researched new technologies, offered suggestions, and participated in discussions with my supervisor on the best course of action for the department. Assisted with the installation and implementation of the ShoreTel phone system. Ordered, repaired, upgraded, maintained, and managed 200+ computers on campus. Daily interaction with students, staff, and faculty to solve and troubleshoot issues. Researched new technologies, offered suggestions, and participated in discussions with my supervisor on the best course of action for the department. Assisted with the installation and implementation of the ShoreTel phone system.
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Barnes & Noble, Inc.
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United States
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Retail
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700 & Above Employee
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Sales Associate
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Apr 2008 - Apr 2009
I would stock shelves, answer questions, package shipping orders, unpack boxes, clean the store, and other duties as assigned. I would stock shelves, answer questions, package shipping orders, unpack boxes, clean the store, and other duties as assigned.
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Wendy's/Arby's Group, Inc.
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United States
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Food and Beverage Services
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700 & Above Employee
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Crew Member
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May 2006 - Aug 2006
Cooked, prepared and served food. Handled POS transactions. Cleaned and closed restaurant. Worked drive-thru station. Cooked, prepared and served food. Handled POS transactions. Cleaned and closed restaurant. Worked drive-thru station.
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Education
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2017 - 2020
St. John's University School of Law
Juris Doctor, Law -
2005 - 2009
Siena Heights University
Bachelor of Arts, Theater/Speech Communications
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