Interns (Spring, 2010)

Michelle Kornblit

Michelle Kornblit is a senior at New York University's College of Arts and

Sciences. She is  majoring in both Philosophy and Politics, and is a Presidential

Honors Scholar. Michelle recently received a prestigious President's Service

Award at NYU for her work in Social Justice. For over two years, Michelle has

been a legal intern at Tuckner & Sipser. Michelle spent a year learning at

Midreshet Lindenbaum, an advanced institute for women's Jewish studies in

Jerusalem, Israel. She is currently a volunteer intern for JOFA, the Jewish

Orthodox Feminist Alliance,  working to "expand the spiritual, ritual,

intellectual and political opportunities for women within the framework of

Orthodox Judaism". She has also volunteered for Uri L'Tzedek, a social justice

organization dedicated to empowering individuals to work towards a more just

world. Michelle is deeply passionate and committed to the advancement of

human rights and plans to apply to law school in the Fall.

Stefan Oxley

Stefan Oxley moved to New York from England to pursue his education. At

Hunter College, Stefan studied Political Science and Philosophy, graduating

both Magna Cum Laude, and with department honors for his thesis on The

Supreme Court and privacy rights. Stefan is now in the process of applying to

various law schools throughout the United States. At law school, Stefan intends

to pursue his passion of public interest law with a focus on progressive causes.

Presently, Stefan works as a legal intern at the Law firm of Tuckner Sipser.

Charlotte Tuckner

Charlotte attends the State University of New York in Buffalo where she is duel

majoring in Special Education and English.  Her plan after graduating, is to

work for the Peace Corps in Africa with a view toward protecting and advancing

the rights of young women and children.  Charlotte feels that it is important

that people care for one another, especially for those in need, because without

universal compassion, there is only minimal justice in this world, and that is

neither right, nor acceptable.

Her experience as an intern at Tuckner, Sipser, Weinstock and Sipser, has

taught her the value of having a strong voice and speaking with conviction; it

has also verified that speaking up for those who cannot speak up for themselves,

will make this world a better place.   Whether at SUNY Buffalo, Tuckner, Sipser,

the wilds of Africa or teaching special education back in the states, Charlotte

will continue to be a strong advocate for justice as she levels playing fields and

helps those who cannot optimally help themselves.

Antonia Donato

Antonia Donato is a Public Relations Associate with Tuckner, Sipser, Weinstock

& Sipser and has been at the firm since October of 2009.  She most recently

studied communications and marketing at University of Delaware. Currently

finishing her Bachelor’s degree in Marketing, Antonia aspires to become a full

time publicist after she graduates from college.

Serving as the primary liaison between Tuckner, Sipser and the media, Antonia

works to promote the progressive work of the firm so that more working women

facing employment challenges will be aware of their legal rights and what

actions to take when a violation to those rights occurs.  With a strong

background in marketing, promotions, and event planning on her college

campus community, Antonia is highly passionate about the public relations

industry.  In addition, she has been highly invested in the work at Tuckner,

Sipser.  Deeply inspired by attorneys Jack Tuckner and William Sipser to

represent women who have been marginalized by unjust employment practices,

Antonia plans to continue to work as an advocate for women’s workplace rights.

Outside of her work at Tuckner, Sipser, Antonia is a peer mentor and active

alumnus of Streetwise Partners, a nonprofit entrepreneurial-spirited

organization that has linked thousands of volunteer business professionals to

serve as mentors to low income adults and youth through Career Venture

programs. She enjoys networking, event planning, and writing.   A native New

Yorker, Antonia also loves experiencing and taking advantage of the rich artistic

culture of the city, and frequently attends art exhibitions and musical

performances in her spare time.

Nickie Yeung

Nickie Yeung is presently a senior student of Fordham University in New York.

After attaining her bachelor’s degree in Sociology, she plans to pursue her

studies of Law in the United Kingdom.

As an international student, Nickie loves to travel and has also lived in

Washington D.C. prior to moving to New York. Ideally, she hopes to be able to

keep traveling and living in more exciting places along with a fulfilling career in

law.

Deandra Khan

Deandra recently graduated from Hunter College as an English Literature and

Political Science double major. Her interest in political theory and ethics,

combined with her passion for social justice, has compelled her to consider a

career in law and to intern at Tuckner, Sipser.

She believes that Tuckner, Sipser's mission to empower women and other

underrepresented groups through the law represents a critical step forward in

the fight for equality, and is glad to be part of such a progressive team.

Ilana Nutkis

Ilana Nutkis studied Sociology and Philosophy at Stern College for Women of

Yeshiva University. After college, her work in the non-profit sector inspired

Ilana's dream of pursuing a career in public interest. She is committed to the

goal of universal human rights, and hopes to work with underrepresented

groups in protecting personal freedoms and promoting equality.

Being an intern at Tuckner, Sipser has been a uniquely rewarding experience,

exposing Ilana to the dynamic field of employment law while also giving her the

opportunity to focus on her passion for women's issues. Ilana is currently

applying to law schools in New York, Chicago, and Washington DC and looks

forward to an exciting and challenging career in law.