Litigation Attorney

An Energetic and dynamic litigation attorney who brings common sense, attention to detail, and a solid understanding of legal strategy.  Experienced in successfully preparing cases for trial with proven ability to effectively manage a large caseload.

Professional Experience

State Attorney's Office - Fifteenth Judicial Circuit                                            2003-2008
       Assistant State Attorney

Lead counsel in over 100 jury trials.  Prosecutor with highest number of felony jury trial convictions.  Selected for COMBAT Unit, aggressive prosecution of repeat offenders.  Practiced in front of nearly every criminal and civil judge in Palm Beach County.  Accomplished in negotiating and litigating serious, complex cases.  Skilled in deposing and cross examining opposing party.  Supervisory experience. 

Palm Beach Community College                                                                              2005-Present
        Legal Instructor - Police Academy

Over 1000 hours of speaking experience.  Proficient in breaking down and explaining complex legal curriculum.  Extensive exposure to law enforcement community. 

Education

Florida State University College of Law - Tallahassee, FL                                  1999-2002
       Juris Doctor
Honors   Dean's List, spring 2002
                Florida Law Enforcement Certificate

Activities  Student Bar Association Class Representative
                    Bar/Bri Representative
                    Student Ambassador
                    Studied Abroad in Praque, Czech Republic
                     Leon County Attorney's Office Internship

Florida State University - Tallahassee, FL                                                                 1995-1999
          Bachelor of Science, Criminology, Magna cum Laude
   Honors    GPA 3.61
                     Dean's List: fall 1995, fall 1996, spring 1998, fall 1998, spring 1999
                     Awarded Florida Academic Scholarship

Community Involvement

Palm Beach County Grievance Committee                                                             2007-Present
Appointed to evaluate and investigate Florida Bar complaints against attorneys to determine if probable cause exists. 

Palm Beach County Youth Court                                                                           2006-Present
          Advisor
Selected to assist juveniles with trial skills as they litigate peers charged with first time offenses.

Palm Beach County Law Enforcement Officer                                                    2007-Present
           Part-time Police Officer
Knowledgeable with traffic crashes, slip and fall, and other litigious scenarios.  Experience in managing dispute resolution.  Developed invaluable relationships with the community.  Gained exposure to human diversity.  Gifted in speaking with citizens during traumatic circumstances.