Dunyia Mohabbat
Berkeley
Summary
Experienced in legal research and adept at cultivating client relationships, I enhanced case outcomes while working at Steptoe LLP. Through meticulous legal drafting and effective communication, I made a positive impact. My experience covers diverse areas of law, including criminal and corporate, and is distinguished by a proven track record in litigation support and establishing rapport with clients from various backgrounds. Furthermore, my leadership position at MCC Eastbay and Sonoma Specialty showcases my capacity to spearhead community initiatives and offer assistance to marginalized populations.
Overview
2026
2026
years of professional experience
Work History
Founder
Golden Hand Berkeley
- Providing financial support and essential resources to UC Berkeley students and marginalized communities.
- Raised funds and distributed materials to student-led organizations focused on equity and social impact.
- Strengthened the capacity of underrepresented groups by funding initiatives that drive meaningful change.
- Advocated for resource accessibility through collaboration and strategic support.
- Helped bridge critical gaps in support to create lasting, sustainable impact.
Research Intern
Dr. Tamim Wafa
06.2025 - Current
- Collaborating with Doctor Tamim Wafa over summer of 2025 to conduct research regarding hip fracture study.
- Looking into elderly hip fractures recovery, pain and mental deterioration after surgery.
Development Director
Phoenix Hospital
12.2024 - Current
- Developed a student volunteer-based hospital translation service to connect multilingual students with patients in need of language assistance, ensuring both volunteer opportunities and critical patient advocacy. And to expand access to medical advocacy for underserved linguistic communities.
Law Intern
Steptoe LLP
02.2023 - 02.2024
- Communicated with law firms and paralegals to gather information for lawsuits.
- Conducted extensive legal research on various topics, enabling senior attorneys to make informed decisions during case strategy development.
- Met with clients to help attorneys prepare for depositions.
- Researched statutes and laws to support compliance and legal risk management.
- Increased understanding of legal concepts for clients by creating informative materials and presenting them in a clear, concise manner.
- Supported senior attorneys in trial preparation, contributing to favorable case outcomes.
- Performed civil, criminal, family law and juvenile legal research to help lawyers prepare for briefing and trial.
- Completed research and established requirements to draft contract process documentation.
Intern
Department of Justice
01.2022 - 01.2023
- Worked closely with attorneys on case research to prepare for trial.
- Reviewed, drafted and revised agreements and contracts to protect client interests.
- Collaborated with law enforcement professionals to develop strategies for addressing specific crime-related issues within the community.
- Observed courtroom proceedings such as trials, hearings, sentencing under supervision which provided invaluable insights into legal processes.
- Developed problem-solving skills by working alongside experienced criminal justice professionals in various capacities throughout the internship.
- Strengthened knowledge of local laws, ordinances, statutes, rules governing evidence collection, arrest procedures, search warrants with hands-on experience at a police department setting.
Head Coordinator
MCC Eastbay
08.2021 - 03.2022
- Led volunteer programs and convinced board committees at surrounding mosques to encourage their worshippers to fill out forms I created. These tasks included helping refugees with government paperwork, teaching them English, how to drive, and job searches.
- Organized food and clothing drives
- Assisted with finding housing for Refugees
- Helped enroll children into schools
- Provided transportation
Pediatric Unit Assistant
Sonoma Specialty Hospital
01.2021 - 06.2021
- Engaged pediatric patients in play activities to provide emotional support and reduce anxiety.
- Assisted nurses and staff by delivering supplies, restocking medical carts, and organizing patient rooms.
- Provided comfort to young patients and families by offering books, games, and other age-appropriate resources.
- Helped maintain a clean, safe, and welcoming environment for children and their caregivers.
- Supported hospital events and programs designed to enhance the patient experience.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Political Science
University of California, Berkeley
05-2025
Skills
- Legal research
- Document review
- Legal drafting
- Legal writing
- Case analysis
- Litigation support
- Criminal law
- Immigration law
- Relationship building and rapport
- Client communication
- Entrepreneurial and innovative
- Ethics and integrity
Languages
Dari/Farsi
Native or Bilingual
Pashto
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Research Intern
Dr. Tamim Wafa
06.2025 - Current
Development Director
Phoenix Hospital
12.2024 - Current
Law Intern
Steptoe LLP
02.2023 - 02.2024
Intern
Department of Justice
01.2022 - 01.2023
Head Coordinator
MCC Eastbay
08.2021 - 03.2022
Pediatric Unit Assistant
Sonoma Specialty Hospital
01.2021 - 06.2021
Founder
Golden Hand Berkeley
Bachelor of Arts - Political Science
University of California, Berkeley
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