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Legislative Analyst

Tallahassee, Florida

• Served as legal counsel to the Department of Elder Affairs on various legal issues and matters, including those involving public and professional guardians registered with the Office of Public and Professional Guardians, the Long-term Care Ombudsman Program, background screenings, and contracts.• Served as the Public Records Coordinator for the Department of Elder Affairs, timely responding to subpoenas and handling requests for public records in accordance with the Sunshine Law, HIPAA… Show more • Served as legal counsel to the Department of Elder Affairs on various legal issues and matters, including those involving public and professional guardians registered with the Office of Public and Professional Guardians, the Long-term Care Ombudsman Program, background screenings, and contracts.• Served as the Public Records Coordinator for the Department of Elder Affairs, timely responding to subpoenas and handling requests for public records in accordance with the Sunshine Law, HIPAA, and the Florida Statutes.• Reviewed contracts and administrative policies and rules to clearly and professionally provide competent and strategic legal advice and counsel to the Executive Director for the OPPG, as well as the General Counsel and Secretary for the Department of Elder Affairs.• Routinely analyzed data and complex facts and exercise sound judgment in determining the legal sufficiency of complaints against public and professional guardians.• Reviewed bills passed into law for applicability, effect, and implementation and assist in drafting legislative bill analyses and reviewing proposed legislation.• Conducted in-depth legal research in preparation for administrative hearings and provide quality and timely work product that reflects a thorough understanding of applicable law and accurate knowledge and understating of the facts.• Demonstrated proficiency in Microsoft Office, including Word, Excel, and Outlook. Show less

Tallahassee, Florida

• Clearly and professionally provided guidance concerning the Sunshine Amendment and the Code of Ethics for Public Officers and Employees to members of the general public, attorneys, as well as the commissioners appointed to serve the Florida Commission on Ethics.• Routinely determined the legal sufficiency of complaints, drafting either an Order to Investigate or Public Report and Order Dismissing Complaint in each case. • Drafted advisory opinions addressing possible violations of the… Show more • Clearly and professionally provided guidance concerning the Sunshine Amendment and the Code of Ethics for Public Officers and Employees to members of the general public, attorneys, as well as the commissioners appointed to serve the Florida Commission on Ethics.• Routinely determined the legal sufficiency of complaints, drafting either an Order to Investigate or Public Report and Order Dismissing Complaint in each case. • Drafted advisory opinions addressing possible violations of the State’s ethics laws, most commonly related to conflicts of interests, post-employment restrictions, and the voting conflicts law. • Handled an appeal before the First District Court of Appeals, conducted in-depth legal research using Westlaw, and demonstrated proficiency in Microsoft Office, including Word, Excel, and Outlook. Show less

501 N. Magnolia Ave., Orlando, Fl 32801

• Provided legal advice and counsel on a wide range of issues involving criminal law. • Developed and executed pre-trial strategies, took and defended depositions, fully participated in discovery, and communicated thoughts and recommendations clearly and professionally with clients, opposing counsel, and judges, consistently resolving cases in the clients’ best interests.• Conducted in-depth legal research and drafted pre-trial motions and pleadings.

Florida

• Managed private practice, personally handling criminal cases from intake through trial, including full participation in the discovery process and case investigation, regularly analyzing complex facts and exercising good judgment to resolve cases and preparing for and participating in formal hearings, including felony jury trials.• Utilized the Macintosh Operating System to prepare electronic court filings, use electronic mail (e-mail) and word processing systems in the preparation of… Show more • Managed private practice, personally handling criminal cases from intake through trial, including full participation in the discovery process and case investigation, regularly analyzing complex facts and exercising good judgment to resolve cases and preparing for and participating in formal hearings, including felony jury trials.• Utilized the Macintosh Operating System to prepare electronic court filings, use electronic mail (e-mail) and word processing systems in the preparation of day-to-day correspondence and pleadings, and prepare PowerPoint presentations for use at jury trials.• Effectively interviewed in and out of custody clients and skillfully depose witnesses, including police officers and alleged victims, in preparation for trial or pre-trial case resolution. • Consistently obtained favorable pleas on behalf of clients and convey same in open court. • Conducted legal research using WestlawNext and Fastcase.• Handled all sensitive matters with integrity and confidentiality, upholding the highest ethical standards. • Used excellent interpersonal skills to work in a supportive and professional manner with other attorneys and support staff to effectively resolve cases, ultimately saving time and money with the pre-trial resolution in over 90% of cases.• Accomplishments:o Member of The National Trial Lawyers: Top 40 Under 40 o Member of The National Black Lawyers: Top 40 Under 40o Successfully secured a “Not Guilty” verdict in less than 30 minutes after a 3-day long trial in which the accused was jailed for almost 3 years without bond for “Attempted First Degree Murder with a Firearm and Great Bodily Injury.” Show less

• Used expertise as a litigation and criminal trial attorney to effectively deliver education services to paralegal and legal studies students by:o Preparing course plans and materials for legal classes, including CJT 2113 Legal Aspect of Crime Scene Careers and PLA 2610 Real Propertyo Delivering courses in a timely and efficient mannero Carefully monitoring the progress and attendance of each student o Advising student in a professional mannero Recording grades and… Show more • Used expertise as a litigation and criminal trial attorney to effectively deliver education services to paralegal and legal studies students by:o Preparing course plans and materials for legal classes, including CJT 2113 Legal Aspect of Crime Scene Careers and PLA 2610 Real Propertyo Delivering courses in a timely and efficient mannero Carefully monitoring the progress and attendance of each student o Advising student in a professional mannero Recording grades and submitting reports • Instructed students on various legal topics including, but not limited to, the following:o Structure and Operation of the Criminal Justice Systemo Criminal Law Definitions and Conceptso Preservation and Custody of Evidenceo Pretrial and Trial Procedureso Searches and Seizureso Rules of Evidence Show less

• As the sole criminal defense attorney in the national firm’s Miami office, immediately assumed leadership and managerial roles in the criminal defense division, personally handling cases through all stages of litigation while representing clients charged with misdemeanor offenses, as well as, first, second and third degree felonies, including Arson, Burglary of a Conveyance with Assault and Battery, Third Degree Grand Theft, and sexual offenses, such as Lewd and Lascivious and Capital Sexual… Show more • As the sole criminal defense attorney in the national firm’s Miami office, immediately assumed leadership and managerial roles in the criminal defense division, personally handling cases through all stages of litigation while representing clients charged with misdemeanor offenses, as well as, first, second and third degree felonies, including Arson, Burglary of a Conveyance with Assault and Battery, Third Degree Grand Theft, and sexual offenses, such as Lewd and Lascivious and Capital Sexual Battery. • Made routine court appearances and participated in formal hearings including Arraignments, Bond Reduction Hearings, Docket Call, and Pre-Trial Conferences throughout the State of Florida, including Monroe, Miami-Dade, Broward, Palm Beach, Saint Lucie, Indian River, Brevard, Orange, Lake, Pasco, Hernando, and Duval Counties. • Actively participated in discovery, drafted pre-trial motions, prepared electronic court filings, and utilized e-mail and word processing systems in the preparation of day-to-day correspondence and pleadings.• Effectively interviewed in and out of custody clients and skillfully deposed witnesses• Consistently obtained favorable pleas on behalf of clients and conveyed same in open court. • Obtained dismissals from the State Attorney’s Office for the following offenses: Aggravated Battery, Battery on Law Enforcement Officer, Possession of Cannabis, Petty Theft and misdemeanor Battery. • Conducted legal research using Westlaw. Show less

Vero Beach, Fl

• Managed large criminal client caseload in the Felony, Misdemeanor, and Juvenile Divisions, representing clients charged with criminal offenses ranging from second-degree misdemeanors to first-degree felonies punishable by Life imprisonment in the Florida Department of Corrections. • Participated fully in the discovery process and used superior writing skills to draft pre-trial and post-trial motions. Made routine court appearances and attended formal hearings.• Successfully… Show more • Managed large criminal client caseload in the Felony, Misdemeanor, and Juvenile Divisions, representing clients charged with criminal offenses ranging from second-degree misdemeanors to first-degree felonies punishable by Life imprisonment in the Florida Department of Corrections. • Participated fully in the discovery process and used superior writing skills to draft pre-trial and post-trial motions. Made routine court appearances and attended formal hearings.• Successfully tried felony cases, securing “Not Guilty” jury verdicts (NG) and “Mistrials” (M), including, but not limited to:o Battery on a Law Enforcement Officer (NG)o Carrying a Concealed Firearm (NG)o Burglary of a Structure (NG)o Home Invasion Robbery (M) Show less

Fort Pierce, Florida Area

• Managed large criminal client caseload in the Felony Division, representing clients charged with criminal offenses, including, but not limited to, Trafficking in Controlled Substances, Organized Fraud, Dealing in Stolen Property, and Robbery with a Firearm, and Murder. • Participated fully in discovery process, drafted pre-trial and post-trial motions, including Motions for Rule to Show Cause, Motions to Dismiss, Motions to Suppress, Demands for Speedy Trial, and Motions for… Show more • Managed large criminal client caseload in the Felony Division, representing clients charged with criminal offenses, including, but not limited to, Trafficking in Controlled Substances, Organized Fraud, Dealing in Stolen Property, and Robbery with a Firearm, and Murder. • Participated fully in discovery process, drafted pre-trial and post-trial motions, including Motions for Rule to Show Cause, Motions to Dismiss, Motions to Suppress, Demands for Speedy Trial, and Motions for Judgment of Acquittal. • Made routine court appearances and hearings, including “Change of Pleas” from Not Guilty to No Contest or Guilty.• Successfully tried felony cases, securing “Not Guilty” jury verdicts (NG) and “Mistrials” (M), including, but not limited to:o Attempted First Degree Murder with a Firearm and Great Bodily Injury (NG)o Attempted Second Degree Murder with a Firearm (NG)o Aggravated Battery-Deadly Weapon (NG)o Aggravated Assault–Firearm (NG)o Burglary of a Dwelling (NG)o False Imprisonment (M) Show less

Fort Lauderdale, Fl

• Managed client caseload of over 175 in the Misdemeanor Division, passionately representing clients charged with first and second-degree misdemeanors. • Used excellent oral, listening, and presentation skills to achieve “Not Guilty” verdicts at jury trials (4-0) for clients charged with Assault, Battery, and DUI. • Routinely attended court hearings, conducted discovery, drafted pre-trial motions, and resolved cases in the clients’ best interests.• Routinely researched… Show more • Managed client caseload of over 175 in the Misdemeanor Division, passionately representing clients charged with first and second-degree misdemeanors. • Used excellent oral, listening, and presentation skills to achieve “Not Guilty” verdicts at jury trials (4-0) for clients charged with Assault, Battery, and DUI. • Routinely attended court hearings, conducted discovery, drafted pre-trial motions, and resolved cases in the clients’ best interests.• Routinely researched caselaw using Westlaw Show less

Vero Beach, Fl

Managed client caseload at an AV rated insurance defense law firm, effectively assisting supervising attorney in the settlement of first-party insurance claims, including claim and coverage analysis. Drafted pre-trial pleadings and motions. Researched case law on a variety of issues, including insurance law, civil theft, unjust enrichment, and fraud. Assisted supervising attorney in taking insureds’ Examination Under Oath, including preparing exhibits and doing file… Show more Managed client caseload at an AV rated insurance defense law firm, effectively assisting supervising attorney in the settlement of first-party insurance claims, including claim and coverage analysis. Drafted pre-trial pleadings and motions. Researched case law on a variety of issues, including insurance law, civil theft, unjust enrichment, and fraud. Assisted supervising attorney in taking insureds’ Examination Under Oath, including preparing exhibits and doing file review. Show less

Doctor Of Law (Jd)

Bachelor Of Science, Psychology

Minor in Criminology; Dean’s List (3 semesters). Recipient: Florida Bright Futures Scholarship, Presidential Scholarship; 1998 – 2001