KEVIN FRITZ

LAW STUDENT.

DISABILITY ADVOCATE.

TECHNO ENTHUSIAST.

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- Kevin Fritz
  
  JD Candidate 2013
  
  Law Practice | Greater St. Louis Area, US
  
  Summary
  
  There are at least 650 million people with disabilities in the world. The stigma and discrimination they suffer are common to all societies. People with disabilities are often denied chances to work, go to school, and participate fully in society, hindering their prosperity and well-being.
  
  I believe that qualified individuals with disabilities deserve, and have a responsibility to fully participate in society. As an attorney, I plan to fight the negative stigmas associated with having a disability and will work to ensure that qualified people are recognized for their diverse abilities and resiliency in the face of adversity.
  
  Specialties: Employment, Labor, Mediation, Social Media, Healthcare, Disability, IT
  
  Experience
  - Jun 2012 - Aug 2012
    Labor & Employment Fellow / Seyfarth Shaw
    
    • Specialized legal training in ethics, client service, marketing, legal writing, communications, and finance
    • Practical experiences include attending depositions, court appearances, and client meetings
    • Involved in working on active cases and client projects
    • Job shadow with in-house labor and employment counsel client contacts
  - Jun 2011 - Dec 2011
    Legal Intern / U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission
    
    • Personal intern for Commissioner Chai R. Feldblum
    • Conducted legal research and investigated potential charges of discrimination for Commissioner approval
    • Prepared memoranda regarding employment issues under the Americans with Disabilities Act
    • Attended briefings, EEOC meetings, and hearings with, or on behalf of, the Commissioner
    • Aided with the expansion of the Commissioner’s presence on the web through social media outlets
  - Nov 2009 - May 2010
    Teaching Assistant and Researcher / University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign
    
    • Graded homework, provide tutoring, and administer exams in an upper level Health Finance course
    • Aided the instructor in the planning of course content by creating assignments, lectures, and quizzes
    • Coded, created, and maintained medical records for patient data retrieval and analysis at local health clinics
    • Produced geographical information system (GIS) maps to track disease prevalence in Champaign county
  - May 2009 - Jul 2009
    Hospital Administration Intern / Carle Foundation Hospital
    
    • Personal intern for Vice President of Clinical Operations at a not-for-profit, level I trauma hospital
    • Extensively analyzed patient data in order to calculate trends for future distribution and decision making
    • Analyst on Stark IV compliance effort: coordinating teams and representing the hospital to consultants
  - May 2008 - Aug 2008
    Health Policy Intern - Office of Senator Barack Obama / United States Senate
    
    • Conducted policy related research regarding rural health, autism, obesity, and assistive technology
    • Drafted press releases representing Senator Obama and the office in the public media
    • Attended and commented at committee hearings, round tables, and briefings on behalf of the Office
    • Assisted with administrative responsibilities, responded to constituent mail, and led tours of the Capitol
  Education
  - 2010 - 2013
    
    Washington University in St. Louis School of Law
    
    JD in Law
    Activities: Primary Editor, Washington University Journal of Law & Policy; Wiley Rutledge Moot Court Board; ABA Negotiation Competition Finalist; Excellence in Oral Advocacy Award; Research Assistant, Professor Daniel Mandelker; Director of Strategic Initiatives & Education, Public Service Advisory Board; Executive Director of Advocacy, National Association of Law Students with Disabilities
  - 2006 - 2010
    
    University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign
    
    BS in Public Health / Informatics
    Activities: Graduating Class Commencement Speaker; Senator and Chairman, Illinois Student Senate; President, Delta Sigma Omicron National Service Fraternity; Director, Illini Union Programming Board; President, Future Health Care Executives, Illinois Faculty Senate, Beckwith Hall Student Government, Disability Resources and Educational Services Center, McKinley Health Student Advisory Board, Student Leadership Awards Selection Committee, Krannert Center Student Association
  Additional Information
  - Websites:
    
    Personal Website
  - Honors:
    
    Wiley Rutledge Moot Court Negotiation Competition Finalist Excellence in Oral Advocacy Award Graduating Class Commencement Speaker Jean Hill Leadership Scholarship Mary Jane Neer Scholarship Susan Morrison Leadership Scholarship Timothy J Nugent Award Recipient Matthew Alan Odelius Award Recipient Midwest Alliance $10,000 Grant Recipient
  - Interests:
    
    new technology, healthcare, programming, reading, learning
Speaking

Speaking
- "It is always an honor to speak with others about my life and experiences. I think it is important that as a society we learn about our varying lifestyles. In this way, we come one step closer to acceptance of all people."
  Siemens Disability Affinity Group Launch (skip to 11:00 for my intro)
  
  Convocation Speech
  
  Other Engagements:
  Disability Awareness Month, Keynote Address -- Disability Resources & Educational Services, University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign
  "Living a Motivated Life" -- Department of Occupational Therapy, Washington University in St. Louis
  "Lived Experiences" -- Department of Occupational Science and Therapy, St. Louis University
  "Empowering the Future" -- University High School, Urbana, IL
  "Breaking Down Barriers" -- WILL FM Radio Station
  "Special Education Cooperative" -- Champaign County
  "The Educator’s Role in Special Education" -- Department of Education, University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign
  "The Culture of Disability" -- University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign
  "Advice for Up and Coming Educators" -- Department of Education, University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign
  "Disability Sensitivity" -- Alpha Delta Pi Sorority, University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign
  "Assistive Technology of the Future" -- University of Wisconsin at Madison
  "Leadership in Action" -- LeaderSHAPE, University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign
  
  Please contact me if you are interested in having me speak at your next event.
Careers

Careers
- Having a physical disability, I rely on the assistance of others for my personal care needs in order to maintain an active and independent lifestyle. Over the years, I have created a structured and comprehensive employment opportunity that allows those with a healthcare interest hands-on experience at a competitive rate.
  
  I like to think of my Company as one with mutual benefits: to provide a one-of-a-kind experience to people looking to develop their healthcare-related skills while in return I am able to receive great, quality care from caring and bright individuals. If you are interested in learning more about employment opportunities, please visit http://www.kevinfritzcareers.com.