Richard F. Bacon Iii Email & Phone Number

Tampa, Fl, Us

Joint Base Langley-Eustis, Virginia, United States

Provide defense services in criminal and adverse administrative actions to Air and Space Force (Active Duty, Reserve, and National Guard) personnel at Joint Base Langley-Eustis. Joint Base Langley-Eustis is home to more than 18,000 Air Force and Army personnel, including Headquarters Air Combat Command, Army Training and Doctrine Command, five wings, two brigades, and more than 20 associate units.Defending Air Force members accused of misdemeanor and felony level crimes; litigating numerous Courts-Martial and advocating administratively, reliability achieving favorable results. Delivered expert counsel to 400+ clients spanning ranks from Airman Basic to Colonel; drafted various motions and memoranda, saving multiple careers and retirements. Educate members on their constitutional rights across Joint Base Langley-Eustis by conducting preventive law briefs at base-wide and unit-wide symposiums, and newcomer classes.

Minot Afb, North Dakota, United States

Effectively led one of the Air Force’s busiest military justice sections in the advisement of 2 Wing Commanders, 4 Group Commanders and 37 Squadron Commanders on all military justice issues. Secured good order and discipline at the nation’s only installation comprised of two nuclear-capable wings by successfully prosecuting misdemeanor and felony level crimes.Managed and advised 109 criminal investigations, closing 29 courts-martial, 75 nonjudicial punishment proceedings, and 90 discharge actions. Increased the processing of nonjudicial punishment proceeding by 33% and the processing of discharge proceedings by 76%. Expertly provided legal advice to Airmen, dependents, and retirees regarding divorces, wills and estates, and varies landlord tenant issues. Supervised the legal assistance program for 5 months before promotion. Managed the advisement of 630 clients: saving military members, their dependents, and retirees $75,000+ in legal fees.

Memphis, Tennessee, United States

Advised the men’s and women’s golf teams and the rifle team on NCAA, AAC, and University rules and regulations with a focus on ethical conduct, amateurism, eligibility, and benefits.Efficiently monitored, evaluated, and documented NCAA infractions and violations while working closely with teams to develop and implement corrective actions plans. Provided general counsel in the form of education to student-athletes and coaches on NCAA, AAC and University rules and regulations as a preventative measure for future infractions.

Memphis, Tn

Performed comprehensive legal research and drafted memorandums and briefs for pending litigation, including motions and trial. Managed and maintained case files and confidential client files, to include all confidential communications between client and attorney, along with financial and medical documentation.

Greater Memphis Area

Extensively researched NCAA legislation emphasizing recruiting, eligibility, financial aid and practice/playing seasons to assistant compliance team with daily operations. Tasked with reviewing both unofficial and official visits submitted by coaches to secure compliance with NCAA rules and regulations; providing teams with compliance feedback.Attended and spearheaded educational meetings with coaches and players to included end of year team meetings, team staff meetings, and various other educational briefings.

Coventry, Rhode Island

Albany, New York Area

Performed various legislative duties to such as legislative research, preparing memorandums, and preparing bills and resolutions. Held various meetings on behalf of the Assemblyman with lobbyists and interest groups. Responsible for administrative tasks to include taking constituent phone calls and scheduling meetings.

University At Albany, Suny

Served as a liaison for the SUNY Albany Baseball team as a team. Brainstormed and developed way to improve the student-athlete experience as well as way for the student-athletes to become more engaged with the local community.

Albany, New York

Four-Year Division 1 Scholarship Athlete (Infielder)

Doctor Of Law - Jd, Law, Magna Cum Laude

Activities and Societies: Memphis Bar Association, American Bar Association, Health Law Society, and Sports and Entertainment Law Society

Bachelor’S Degree, Political Science, Magna Cum Laude

Activities and Societies: Division I Baseball and Legislative Intern at the New York State Assembly

High School

Activities and Societies: Varsity Baseball and Ambassador's Club