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This is a fictional representation of a law firm for a class assignment at the Collegesof Law, Ventura. It does not represent any legal advice or represent itself as a legal firm in any capacity.
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This website serves as a portfolio.
Welcome to the Deering Crest Website
The Story of Deering Crest: Fictional Law
Welcome to Deering Crest Law, where your unique needs come first. Founded in 2027 by Charlotte Deering, our firm is dedicated to delivering estate planning solutions that go far beyond mere paperwork. We believe estate planning should be a holistic process. A process that brings clarity, peace of mind, and a true understanding for everyone involved. With care, precision, and expertise, we guide you through each step of this important journey.​
The founding partner, Charlotte, brings a rich, bicoastal educational background, having studied in New York, Oregon, and California. She holds a Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) and is on track to earn her Juris Doctor (J.D.) in the near future. This unique combination of academic achievement and practical insight gives Deering Crest Law a depth of perspective rarely found in boutique legal practices. Here, experience meets compassion, ensuring your estate planning is as thoughtful as it is thorough.
About Charlotte From Deering Crest
Education
2013-2017
Dual Bachelors
Rochester Institute of Technology
2018-2019
Master of Science
Rochester Institute of Technology
2020-2023
Doctor of Philosophy
University of Oregon
2024-2027
​Juris Doctorate
Ventura Colleges of Law
Charlotte Deering is currently pursuing her Juris Doctor at the Colleges of Law in Ventura, California, with an expected graduation in December of 2027. She hopes to complete the bar Exam in February 2028. Her legal education builds upon an extensive academic background in research, teaching, and a commitment to improving accessibility in communication and law.
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Charlotte earned her Doctor of Philosophy degree in Communication and Media Studies from the University of Oregon in just two and a half years, graduating with a 4.05 GPA. Her dissertation, "Vocational Rehabilitation Online: How State and Federal Government Information Can Empower the Deaf and Hard of Hearing," reflects her dedication to exploring how information access can shape lives. She also holds a Master of Science in Communication and Media Technologies and dual Bachelor of Science degrees in Advertising and Public Relations and in Political Science from the Rochester Institute of Technology.
Her scholarly work has been presented at conferences in Paris, New Orleans, Montreal, and at the United Nations. She has authored and co-authored publications on civic engagement, news media preferences, and online accessibility for the Deaf and Hard of Hearing.
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At the Colleges of Law, Ventura Campus, Charlotte continues to expand her legal expertise while integrating her research background to approach estate planning with precision, depth, and a focus on clarity for all.
Publications From A Deering Crest Partner
Deering, C., (2023). Uncovering Vocational Rehabilitation Online: How the Standardization of State and Federal Government Information Can Empower the Deaf And Hard Of Hearing (2023). Doctoral Dissertation.
University Of Oregon.Deering, C. & Pugliese, R. R/Deaf: Melding the Deaf Agenda (2023). Journal Of Deaf Studies and Deaf Education. Under Review.
Deering, C., & Pugliese, R. (2020). Civic Engagement and News Media PreferencesAmong the Deaf, Hard of Hearing, And Hearing. Academic Journal of Science, 10(01),111-122.
Deering, C., Politics and Media Among the Deaf and Hard Of Hearing (2019). Thesis.Rochester Institute of Technology.
Deering Crest:
Conference
Presentations
Deering, C (June 2024). Unheard Voices, Unseen Struggles: Experiences of the Deaf and Hard of Hearing in the South Asian Diaspora. Paper presented in-person at the 74th Annual Conference of the International Communication Association.
Deering, C (June, 2023). Uncovering Vocational Rehabilitation Online: Can the Standardization of State and Federal Government Information Empower the Deaf and Hard of Hearing? Paper and presentation accepted to the Student Forum at the 2nd Annual Meeting of the International Academic Forum on Research. Maison de la Chimie, Paris, France.
Deering, C (2022, November 20). Online Information Aids: Cochlear Implants & Hearing Aids. Paper presented to the Student Forum at the 119th Annual Meeting of the National Communication Association. New Orleans, Louisiana, USA.
Deering, C (2022, June 19). r/Deaf News: Uncovering Deafness Online. Paper presented to the 1st Annual Meeting of the International Academic Forum on Research. Maison de la Chimie, Paris,France.
Deering, C (2021, January). How the Deaf and Hard of Hearing Reduce Education Uncertainty Online.Paper presented to the Annual United Nations’ Unequal World International Conference.Virtual.
Deering, C (2019, June 7). Political Socialization of the Deaf and Hard of Hearing Paper presented to the Annual International Journal of Science. University of McGill, Montreal, Canada.
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