Monyca White Email & Phone Number

Auburn, Washington, United States

Auburn, Wa

Seattle, Wa

Department of Public Defense, SCRAP Division. Worked in the felony unit (2015-2019), representing people accused of felony criminal charges, including violent crimes and sex crimes. Represented in-custody clients in first appearance, including felony first appearance calendar and bail applications. Previously in the misdemeanor unit (2014-2015), represented people accused of misdemeanor criminal charges including DUI, assault, theft, controlled substance possession, violation of no contact orders and other charges in arraignment, pre-trial, suppression motions, trial, appeal, and probation review and deferred prosecution revocation processes. Advocated for clients in mental health court and in competency proceedings. Wrote motions for suppression and dismissal as well as other written arguments and motions. Represented clients in jury trials and testimonial suppression motions. Mentored Rule 9 law student interns and new attorneys.

Lynnwood, Wa

Taught students in Paralegal Studies and Criminal Justice programs both on campus and online. Classes taught include Introduction to Criminal Justice and Law Enforcement, American Legal System, Legal Research and Writing, and Crime Scene Investigation. Received an award for highest student retention rates at Lynnwood Campus.

New York, Ny

Represented indigent criminal defendants in over 3,000 misdemeanor and felony cases from arraignment through dismissal, plea, or jury trial. Wrote motions for suppression, preclusion, and dismissal, including motions that led to the dismissal of misdemeanor and felony cases. Advocated for clients in alternative-to-incarceration programs such as drug and mental health treatment. Represented clients in parole and probation revocation hearings. Assisted clients with collateral matters including immigration, housing, enrollment in school, sex offender registration, and referrals to appropriate treatment. Participated in formal training of new attorneys and ongoing mentorship of junior attorneys. Supervised undergraduate and law student interns observing court proceedings, assisting in case preparation and court appearances. Served as Alternate Vice-President, Association of Legal Aid Attorneys/UAW 2325 (AFL-CIO). Member of interview committees for staff attorney and supervisor hiring.

Hackensack, Nj And Hoboken, Nj

Represented individuals charged with crimes in New Jersey and New York in all phases of criminal cases, including plea negotiations, hearings, trials, appeals, sex offender registration hearings and post-conviction relief.

New York, Ny

Trial Practice Institute (July 2011)

Attended two-week, intensive training program that focused on trial skills, emphasizing opening statements, direct.

J.D., Law

Activities and Societies: Women's Rights Law ReporterArticles Editor, Women's Rights Law Reporter Urban Legal Clinic, Criminal Defense.

Bachelor Of Arts (B.A.), Anthropology & Sociology

Internship: Office of the Public Defender, Montgomery County, MD

Education record