Giana Yñigo

Conducted legal research and drafted bench memoranda, proposed orders, and research summaries in family law matters, including divorce, custody, support, and 209A proceedings. Reviewed pleadings, discovery materials, and evidentiary submissions to assist in judicial decision-making and case preparation. Observed hearings, motion sessions, and trials and engaged in chambers discussions regarding judicial reasoning, case resolution strategies, and procedural management.

Judicial Intern in Chambers of Honorable Thomas J. Barbar - Suffolk Probate & Family Court - Boston, MA

(2026-01 - 2026-05)

• Conducted legal research and drafted bench memoranda, proposed orders, and research summaries in family law matters, including divorce, custody, support, and 209A proceedings.
• Reviewed pleadings, discovery materials, and evidentiary submissions to assist in judicial decision-making and case preparation.
• Observed hearings, motion sessions, and trials and engaged in chambers discussions regarding judicial reasoning, case resolution strategies, and procedural management.
• Gained extensive exposure to complex family law issues, including custody disputes, parenting plans, domestic violence allegations, and support determinations.

Student Attorney, The Lawyering Process Clinic - New England Law | Boston Clinical Law Office - Boston, MA

(2025-08 - 2025-12)

• Represented low-income clients under Mass. SJC Rule 3:03 in family law and domestic violence matters.
• Conducted client interviews, developed case strategy, drafted pleadings and motions, and prepared matters for court.
• Advocated for clients through negotiations, court appearances, and case-management proceedings under attorney supervision.
• Assisted clients navigating high-conflict family matters involving custody, parenting time, child support, and protective orders.

Legal Intern Alcoholic Beverages Control Commission (ABCC) - Office of the State Treasurer and Receiver General - Boston, MA

(2025-05 - 2025-08)

• Assisted with regulatory enforcement, licensing compliance, and adjudicatory matters involving Massachusetts alcohol laws.
• Conducted legal research and supported case preparation and drafting.
• Observed administrative hearings and agency decision-making.

Summer Litigation Intern - Simon & Simon, PC - Newton Square, PA

(2024-05 - 2024-07)

• Conducted legal research and drafted memoranda in personal injury matters.
• Reviewed case files, medical records, bills, and expert materials; managed discovery and correspondence with opposing counsel.

Legal Liaison - MSP Recovery, LLC - Coral Gables, FL

(2019-09 - 2023-07)

• Conducted legal research and drafted memoranda on healthcare and regulatory matters.
• Drafted business agreements and assisted with discovery, deposition preparation, and client communications.
• Prepared business reports and supported ongoing client matters.

Juris Doctor - New England Law | Boston (2026-05)

Bachelor of Arts - International Relations - Florida International University (2022-12)