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DEPUTY PUBLIC D
Summary
California licensed attorney specializing in criminal defense law with exemplary record of 200 plus successfully litigated cases. Expertise in oral argument, case research and legal counseling.
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Experience
Deputy Public D06/2018 to CurrentMarquette UniversityMilwaukee , WI
- Selected jurors, argued motions and met judges during course of each trial.
- Conducted in-depth research in order to write effective motions.
- Conferred with judges and opposing counsel to discuss and settle case disputes.
- Conducted thorough interviews of prospective jurors as part of voir dire process to assess for competency and biases, making for-cause challenges to dismiss unfit candidates.
- Cross-examined witnesses during testimonies to build and reinforce legal arguments.
- Researched legal authority and black letter law to compare case facts patterns to precedential cases and determine probable outcomes.
- Authored accurate and thorough motions and petitions on behalf of clients.
- Communicated effectively with undocumented clients to interpret laws, rulings and regulations which affected each case and their immigration consequences.
- Developed detailed litigation strategies for over 200 cases.
- Maintained expertise in criminal law to best advise and advocate for clients by tracking and researching developing precedent and legislation.
- Represented clients before court in oral debate by constructing favorable and truthful narrative around presented evidence and facts.
- Maintained updated legal knowledge through CLE and CEB.
Adjunct Professor08/2017 to CurrentEarth Fare, IncCharleston , SC
- Tutored and coached students to help achieve personal and academic goals.
- Documented student assignments, attendance and test scores in online reporting systems.
- Developed and adjusted course syllabus according to curriculum and university guidelines.
- Designed exams, lecture material and writing assignments.
- Kept office hours to help students with questions and educational support.
- Developed custom course syllabus outlining standards, material, grading and progression for students.
- Assisted students in achieving completion of learning objectives.
- Instructed students in classroom and lecture environments and explained importance of speech delivery and presentation.
- Created lesson plans, syllabi and test schedules for courses on legal writing and law school boot camp.
- Fostered classroom environment conducive to learning and building character.
- Conducted legal writing classes for 10-15 graduates per semester.
- Prepared, administered and graded exams and assignments to evaluate student progress.
- Participated in grading committee meetings.
- Developed and graded exams for California Civil Procedure and Professional Responisbility.
Paralegal01/2015 to 06/2018Earth Fare, IncChristiansburg , VA
- Managed case correspondence on behalf of 10 attorneys.
- Facilitated courtroom conference calls, set up technology used for presentations and organized exhibits.
- Worked with attorneys and case reviewers to resolve legal complaints.
- Researched legal authority and black letter law to compare case facts patterns to precedential cases and determine probable outcomes.
- Drafted correspondence and documentation and submitted all materials to appropriate parties.
- Participated in client interviews, observed questioning process and took notes to document information.
- Used online databases such as WestLaw and LexisNexis to examine secondary sources, statutory law, case law and federal and state regulations.
- Assembled and organized facts, data and information on programs as background intelligence for meetings, hearings, briefings and reports.
- Organized and prepared case exhibits and evidence for trial.
- Prepared clients for appointments and interviews, including depositions and testimony.
- Organized exhibits for trial, preparing materials and supporting documentation for easy display and admittance.
- Assisted attorneys with trial preparation, developed trial exhibits, responded to motions and organized documents for trial discovery.
- Filed pleadings and required paperwork with court clerk according to strict deadlines.
Paralegal10/2008 to 01/2015The Law Offices Of Alice A. SalvoCity , STATE
- Managed case correspondence on behalf of 2 attorneys.
- Assisted in preparing wills and real estate closings.
- Facilitated courtroom conference calls, set up technology used for presentations and organized exhibits.
- Drafted correspondence and documentation and submitted all materials to appropriate parties.
- Participated in client interviews, observed questioning process and took notes to document information.
- Used online databases such as WestLaw and LexisNexis to examine secondary sources, statutory law, case law and federal and state regulations.
- Prepared clients for appointments and interviews, including depositions and testimony.
- Examined title documents to determine grantor, grantee, trustee and property ownership.
- Coordinated appraisals and inventories of property to complete thorough estate planning for clients.
- Coordinated subpoena services and other day-to-day support activities for legal office.
- Filed pleadings and required paperwork with court clerk according to strict deadlines.
- Used Abacus and Essential Forms to input and maintain client data with high degree of accuracy.
- Drafted motions and petitions to be filed with court.
- Reduced workflow downtime by effectively organizing and managing client billing and case management files.
Education and Training
J.D.: Legal Studies12/2016University of West Los Angeles City
- Cum laude graduate
- Witkin Recipient: Introduction to Legal Studies; Community Property; Constitutional Law; Criminal Practice; California Law Office Practice
- Ranked in Top 10% of class
Bachelor of Arts: Sociology06/2011California State University - NorthridgeCity
- Dean's List Honoree: Fall 2010, Spring 2011, and Fall 2011
High School Diploma06/2005Anderson W. Clark Magnet High SchoolCity, State
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School Attended
- University of West Los Angeles
- California State University - Northridge
- Anderson W. Clark Magnet High School
Job Titles Held:
- Deputy Public D
- Adjunct Professor
- Paralegal
Degrees
- J.D. : Legal Studies 12/2016
Bachelor of Arts : Sociology 06/2011
High School Diploma 06/2005
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