Amanda Raines
About Amanda Raines
Amanda Raines is a Senior Associate at Arnold & Porter Kaye Scholer LLP in New York City, where she has worked since 2020. She has a diverse legal background, including previous roles at Wilson Elser and Arnold & Porter, and holds a Juris Doctor from Fordham University School of Law.
Current Position at Arnold & Porter
Amanda Raines serves as a Senior Associate at Arnold & Porter Kaye Scholer LLP in New York City. She has held this position since 2020, contributing her legal expertise to the firm. In this role, she engages in various legal matters, leveraging her extensive background in law to provide effective solutions for clients.
Previous Experience at Wilson Elser
Prior to her current role, Amanda Raines worked as a Law Clerk at Wilson Elser from 2005 to 2016 in the Greater New York City Area. During her 11 years at the firm, she gained valuable experience in legal research and writing, assisting attorneys with case preparation and management.
Educational Background
Amanda Raines earned her Juris Doctor (J.D.) from Fordham University School of Law, where she studied from 2012 to 2016. Before that, she completed her Bachelor of Arts degree at Columbia University, focusing on English and Human Rights, from 2008 to 2012. Additionally, she holds an Associate of Arts and Sciences degree from SUNY Westchester Community College, which she obtained from 2005 to 2008.
Teaching Experience at Fordham Law School
Amanda Raines served as a Teaching Assistant in the Legal Writing Program at Fordham Law School from 2013 to 2014. In this role, she assisted law students in developing their legal writing skills, providing guidance and feedback on their assignments.
Past Role as Summer Associate
In 2015, Amanda Raines worked as a Summer Associate at Arnold & Porter for a period of two months. This experience allowed her to gain insight into the firm's operations and culture, further preparing her for her subsequent roles within the organization.