Criminal Division

 Violence Against Women Act (VAWA) Prosecutor, January 2016-current Responsible for reviewing, charging, and prosecuting all Domestic Violence (DV) and some Sexual Assault (SA) cases.  Successfully represented the State of Ohio in numerous bench trials and at least 12 jury trials.  Responsible for all VAWA grant requirements, Project Director of the VAWA Grant. Recently selected as the Chair of the Wayne County Domestic Violence Coalition. Assigned to Municipal Court, October 2014- January 2016: Responsible for reviewing, charging, and prosecuting municipal traffic and criminal cases. Assigned to Juvenile Division, March 2012- October 2014 Responsible for prosecuting cases involving the dependency, neglect, and abuse of children on behalf of Wayne County Children Services.

Provided legal representation to juveniles in delinquency and unruly actions. Also, represented parents in cases involving the dependency, neglect, and abuse of children. Managed a heavy caseload and provided zealous representation at all stages of juvenile court proceedings.