Nickoli Benkert

About Nickoli Benkert

I’m a J.D. candidate at the University of Texas School of Law with an interest in litigation. My experience includes legal clerkship and judicial internship roles where I’ve drafted bench memos, analyzed complex procedural issues, and contributed to litigation strategy in cases involving federal preemption, employment law, takings, and multi-state enforcement.At the UT System Office of General Counsel, I’ve worked on high-stakes internal memoranda shaping real-time litigation decisions. At the 68th Civil District Court, I gained firsthand insight into trial court operations, from chambers discussions to summary judgment strategy.Before law school, I coordinated policy research in the nonprofit sector, strengthening my ability to connect legal risk with operational decisions. Across every role, I bring a focus on clarity, rigor, and procedural foresight.I’m especially interested in trial advocacy, pretrial motions practice, and legal writing that advances durable outcomes. Always open to learning from experienced litigators and building tools to succeed in high-complexity disputes.

Experience

1. Director of Membership & Funding

   American Constitution Society

   Apr 2025 — Present · Austin, TX, US

Education

• The University of Texas at Austin

  Bachelor's degree, Political Communication Studies

• The University of Texas School of Law

  Doctor of Law - JD

• The University of Texas at Austin

  Minor, Government

  2019 — 2023