Krystal Dillon
About Krystal Dillon
Krystal Dillon is an Associate at Linklaters in New York, having transitioned from a Law Clerk position at the same firm. She holds a JD from Duke University School of Law and a Master's degree in English Language and Literature from Rutgers University.
Current Role at Linklaters
Krystal Dillon currently serves as an Associate at Linklaters, having joined the firm in 2024. In this role, she is involved in various legal matters, contributing her expertise to the firm's operations in New York. Prior to her current position, she worked as a Law Clerk at Linklaters from 2023 to 2024, where she gained valuable experience in legal research and case preparation.
Previous Experience at NYCHA
Before joining Linklaters, Krystal Dillon worked at the New York City Housing Authority (NYCHA) as a Housing Assistant from 2019 to 2020. During her tenure, she was based in Brooklyn, New York, where she assisted in various housing-related tasks, contributing to the management and support of public housing initiatives.
Educational Background
Krystal Dillon has a solid educational foundation in English Language and Literature. She earned her Bachelor’s Degree from Queens College from 2013 to 2017. She continued her studies at Rutgers University, obtaining a Master of Arts in English Language and Literature from 2017 to 2020. Furthering her education, she attended Duke University School of Law, where she achieved her Doctor of Law (JD) from 2020 to 2023.
Teaching Experience
In addition to her legal experience, Krystal Dillon served as a Teaching Assistant at Rutgers University from 2018 to 2019. In this role, she supported faculty in delivering course content and assisted students in their learning processes, enhancing her communication and organizational skills.
Summer Associate Roles
Krystal Dillon has held several positions as a Summer Associate. She worked at Blank Rome LLP for one month in 2021, where she gained exposure to legal practice. Additionally, she served as a Summer Associate at Linklaters in 2022 for two months, furthering her experience in the legal field.