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Miami-Dade Public Defenders Office Employees
Walton Lantaff January 2013 - Present
Miami Dade College May 2012 - Present
DeMahy, Labrador & Drake August 2012 - January 2013
Duboff Law Firm November 2011 - August 2012
Miami-Dade Public Defender's Office September 2008 - November 2011
Education
Chicago-Kent College of Law, Illinois Institute of Technology 2005 — 2008
J.D.
University of Miami School of Law 2007 — 2008
J.D.
American University 1999 — 2003
B.A., Law & Society
Hays County District Attorney June 2015 - July 2015
Miami-Dade Public Defender's Office July 2014 - August 2014
Gap Inc. August 2013 - April 2014
Customer Research International October 2012 - February 2013
Pizza Hut February 2012 - October 2012
Skills
Policy Analysis, Customer Service, Legal Research, Westlaw, Microsoft Office, Microsoft Word, Research, Time Management, PowerPoint, Microsoft Excel, Teamwork, Communication
Education
Baylor University School of Law 2015 — 2019
Texas State University-San Marcos 2010 — 2014
Political science, history, History, political science
Feller & Wendt, LLC June 2013 - September 2013
Christensen Corbett & Pankratz June 2012 - May 2013
Schlesinger & Cotzen July 2011 - March 2012
The Law Offices of Jorge A. Calil June 2010 - July 2011
Miami-Dade Public Defender's Office April 2010 - June 2010
Skills
Legal Research, Legal Writing, Interpreting, Translation, Spanish, Mandarin, Public Speaking
Education
University of Utah S.J. Quinney College of Law 2014 — 2017
Juris Doctorate
Florida International University 2010 — 2012
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Asian Studies
Miami Dade College 2008 — 2010
Associate of Arts (A.A.), Pre-Law Studies / Paralegal Studies
Law Offices of Public Defender Carlos J. Martinez June 2014 - February 2015
University of Miami, Economics Department May 2011 - May 2014
Miami-Dade Public Defenders Office September 2013 - December 2013
Miami-Dade Public Defender's Office May 2012 - August 2012
Law Offices of Marjorie Alexis, Esq. May 2011 - August 2011
Skills
Legal Research, Microsoft Office, Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Microsoft Excel, Research, Criminal Law, Customer Service, Courts, Corporate Law, Public Speaking, Event Planning, Community Outreach, Interviews, Spanish, Social Networking
Education
Atlanta's John Marshall Law School 2015 — 2018
Juris Doctorate
University of Miami 2010 — 2014
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.)
Miami Dade College 2008 — 2010
Associate of Arts (A.A.)
Laing & Weicholz, P.L. August 2015 - Present
Miami-Dade Public Defender's Office June 2015 - August 2015
University School of Nova Southeastern University August 2011 - July 2015
Law Offices of Mark Eiglarsh August 2014 - December 2014
Pozo Goldstein, LLP June 2014 - August 2014
Youfit Health Clubs March 2006 - June 2014
City of Hollywood June 2009 - November 2009
Skills
Microsoft Office, Typing, Analytical Skills, Public Speaking, Presentation Coaching, Lecturing, Direct Sales, Health Club Management, Civil Litigation, Courts, Criminal Law, Customer Service, Event Planning, Legal Research, Legal Writing, Litigation, Mediation, Trials
Education
Nova Southeastern University—Shepard Broad Law Center 2013 — 2016
Juris Doctorate- Dec. 2016, Litigation Track
University of Central Florida 2006 — 2008
Bachelor's of Arts, Legal Studies
Burnett Honors College
Broward Community College 2004 — 2006
Associate of Arts (A.A.), History
Cooper City High School 2000 — 2004
HS Diploma
Florida International University College of Law August 2013 - December 2013
Florida International University College of Law January 2013 - May 2013
Legal Aid Service of Broward County, Inc. 2013 - 2013
Miami Dade Public Defender's Office January 2012 - April 2012
Charles Cohen P.A. September 2007 - August 2010
Gladstone and Weissman April 2006 - July 2007
Skills
Personal Injury, Juvenile Delinquency, Juvenille Dependency, Immigration Issues, Immigration Law, Family Law, Legal Research, Legal Writing, Westlaw, Customer Service, Collections
Education
Florida International University - College of Law 2010 — 2013
Juris Doctor, Law
Florida Atlantic University 2006 — 2009
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Psychology
Sustainable Development Law & Policy Publication August 2014 - Present
City of Miami Office of the City Attorney June 2015 - August 2015
Antonio G. Hernandez, Esq. May 2015 - August 2015
Manna Inc. January 2015 - May 2015
Criminal Law Practitioner January 2014 - May 2015
Miami-Dade State Attorney's Office May 2014 - August 2014
Best Freight Systems, Inc. July 2012 - July 2013
BF Diesel, Inc. July 2012 - July 2013
Miami-Dade Public Defender's Office May 2010 - August 2010
Skills
Research, Westlaw, Microsoft Excel, Spanish, LexisNexis, Legal Writing, PowerPoint, Legal Research, Public Speaking, Land Use Law, Zoning Law, local government law, Real Estate Transactions, Construction Law, real estate law
Education
American University Washington College of Law 2013 — 2016
Doctor of Law (J.D.), Law, Rising 2nd Year Student
University of Florida 2009 — 2012
Bachelor's Degree, Political Science & Criminology
Miami-Dade Public Defender's Office August 2013 - Present
Miami-Dade Public Defender's Office August 2013 - Present
Miami-Dade Public Defender's Office 2011 - 2013
Bernstein Osberg-Braun, P.L. 2012 - 2012
17th Judicial Circuit Court of Florida 2012 - 2012
Skills
Legal Research, Public Speaking, Legal Writing, Microsoft Office, Customer Service, PowerPoint, Microsoft Word
Education
Nova Southeastern University—Shepard Broad Law Center 2010 — 2013
Doctor of Law (J.D.), Law
Florida State University 2005 — 2009
Bachelor of Science (B.S.), Criminology/Sociology
Ashford University February 2009 - Present
Barry University September 2005 - Present
Miami-Dade Public Defender's Office February 2004 - October 2004
Renaissance Baking Company October 1997 - January 2003
Skills
Higher Education, Teaching, Tutoring, Research, Editing, Critical Thinking, Computer-related
Education
Florida International University 2001 — 2003
Bachelor of Arts, English Language and Literature, General
Miami Dade College 1998 — 2001
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), English
Miami-Dade Public Defender's Office August 2010 - Present
Skills
Negotiation, Contract Negotiation, Legal Writing, Legal Assistance, Legal Contract Review, Corporate Law, Criminal Law, Criminal Investigations, Criminal Defense, Criminology, Defence, Jury Trials, Banking, Hearings, Trial Practice, Courts, Motions, Litigation, Appeals, Westlaw, Depositions, Legal Research, Legal Issues
Education
Florida International University - College of Law
Juris Doctor, LAW
Florida International University - School of International and Public Affairs
Master's degree, Criminal Justice
Florida International University - School of International and Public Affairs
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Criminal Justice
Florida International University - School of Integrated Science and Humanity
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Psychology
The Baez Law Firm May 2015 - Present
Miami-Dade Public Defender's Office August 2014 - May 2015
Eleventh Judicial Circuit of Florida May 2014 - September 2014
Steven Hibbie Maritime Law Office April 2013 - September 2013
City of Sweetwater, Mayors Office June 2012 - January 2013
Claire's Accessories June 2011 - March 2012
Skills
Multimedia, Social Networking, Final Cut Pro, Newsletters, Press Releases, Press Conferences, Digital Marketing, Maritime Operations, WordPress, Video Editing, Facebook, Media Relations, Social Media, Web Content, Blogging, Microsoft Office, Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Public Speaking
Education
St. Thomas University School of Law 2013 — 2016
Doctor of Law (J.D.), Law
Florida International University 2011 — 2013
Bachelor's degree, Communication, Journalism, and Related Programs
Miami Dade College 2009 — 2010
Associate of Arts, 2010 Journalism
Fashion Institute of Design & Merchandising 2007 — 2008
Associate of Arts (A.A.), Industrial and Product Design
Miami Dade Public Defender's Office September 2013 - Present
Miami Dade Public Defender's Office May 2012 - September 2013
Montesano & Perez, L.P. March 2012 - September 2012
Florida International University Immigration and Human Rights Clinic August 2011 - September 2012
The Funes Law Firm February 2011 - April 2011
Skills
Legal Writing, Litigation, Westlaw, Courts, Legal Research, Criminal Law, Immigration Law, LexisNexis, Criminal Defense, Trial Practice, Trials
Education
Florida International University - College of Law 2010 — 2013
Juris Doctor
Florida International University 2007 — 2011
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Political Science with a Minor in International Relations
Law Office of Malcolm E. Harrison, P.A. January 2015 - Present
Jonathan Kline, P.A. October 2013 - January 2015
Florida International University August 2010 - May 2013
Office of the Public Defender January 2013 - April 2013
Obama for America June 2012 - November 2012
Miami-Dade Public Defender's Office May 2012 - August 2012
Miami-Dade Public Defender's Office January 2012 - April 2012
Legal Services of Greater Miami, Inc. August 2011 - December 2011
The Fund for the Public Interest May 2011 - August 2011
Sachs Sax Caplan, P.A. January 2008 - July 2008
Skills
Issue Advocacy, Political Campaigns, Non-profits, Grassroots Organizing, Community Outreach, Program Management, Event Planning
Education
Florida International University 2010 — 2013
Doctor of Law (J.D.), Law
Florida State University 2006 — 2010
Bachelor's degree, Political Science, Philosophy
Compass Health Systems, PA September 2014 - June 2015
NEXUS SHOOTING "THE FUTURE IS HERE" June 2014 - May 2015
What's On Your Mind, Inc. June 2014 - July 2014
Peterson & Espino, P.A. August 2012 - May 2014
Miami-Dade Public Defender's Office February 2012 - August 2012
IBC Airways April 2008 - February 2012
Skills
Customer Service, High Level Of..., Multi-line Phone, Legal Research, Microsoft Office, Social Media, Computer/Technical..., Client Billing, Communication, Social Media Marketing, WordPerfect, Aviation, Organizational..., Legal Writing, Communication Skills, Typing, Heavy Calendaring, Retail, Time Management, Priority Management, Clinical Supervision, Psychiatry, Managing Workflow, Medical Records, Client Issue Resolution
Education
Nova Southeastern University 2015 — 2020
Doctor of Psychology (Psy.D), Clinical Psychology
Florida International University 2011 — 2013
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Psychology/Criminal Justice
Miami Dade College 2008 — 2010
Associate of Arts (A.A.), Psychology
Lewis Tein PL August 2015 - Present
Lewis Tein PL August 2014 - Present
Children and Youth Law Clinic, University of Miami School of Law August 2014 - May 2015
Miami-Dade Public Defender's Office April 2014 - August 2014
Miami-Dade Public Defender's Office June 2013 - August 2013
Skills
Legal Writing, Legal Research, Public Speaking, Microsoft Office, Westlaw, LexisNexis, Research
Education
University of Miami School of Law 2012 — 2015
Florida State University 2008 — 2012
Bachelor of Arts (BA), Humanities and Religion, Summa Cum Laude
Jennifer Parrado, PA January 2014 - Present
Miami Dade Public Defenders office June 2004 - December 2013
City of Hollywood October 2003 - June 2004
Education
Florida State University College of Law 2000 — 2003
Doctor of Law (JD)
Florida International University
Bachelor of Arts (BA), Psychology
ReppasLaw July 2015 - Present
Reppas & Brannelly, PLLC July 2014 - June 2015
Law Office of Michael J. Reppas, P.A. April 2013 - July 2014
Miami-Dade Public Defender's Office September 2008 - April 2013
Miami-Dade Public Defender's Office July 2007 - May 2008
Skills
Criminal Defense, Criminal Law, Immigration, Litigation, Immigration Law, Westlaw, White Collar Criminal..., Motions, Trials, Juvenile Law, Hearings, Jury Trials, Felonies, Fraud, Family Law, Civil Litigation, Personal Injury, Depositions
Education
St. Thomas University School of Law 2004 — 2007
Juris Doctorate
Florida State University 2000 — 2004
Bachelor of Science, Political Science
CareCloud May 2013 - Present
Various Media Outlets October 2011 - December 2012
Miami-Dade Public Defender's Office May 2012 - August 2012
NGT International, LLC July 2009 - February 2011
Masvidal Partners, Inc. June 2007 - July 2009
Skills
Real Estate, Investment Properties, Real Estate Development, Real Estate Transactions, Investments, Property Management, Asset Managment, Contract Negotiation, Strategic Planning, Negotiation, Real Estate Economics, Due Diligence, Legal Writing, Financial Modeling
Education
Florida International University - College of Law 2011 — 2014
Juris Doctor (J.D.), Cum Laude, Law
Tufts University 2003 — 2007
International Relations, Political Science and Government
Belen Jesuit Prep.
Miami-Dade Public Defender's Office August 2012 - Present
Education
St. Thomas University School of Law 2009 — 2012
Doctor of Law (J.D.)
Rhode Island College 2006 — 2009
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Political Science and Communications
Community College of Rhode Island 2004 — 2006
Associate of Science (A.S.), Paralegal Studies
Kubiliun & Associates, PA June 2009 - Present
Miami-Dade Public Defender's Office October 2004 - May 2009
Skills
Communication, Criminal Defense, Advocacy, Writing, Persuasiveness, Diplomacy, Negotiation, Client-focused, Perception, Trial Practice, Juvenile Law, Litigation, Hearings, Defense, Jury Trials, Criminal Law, Felonies, Trials, Courts
Education
University of Florida 2001 — 2004
Doctor of Law (J.D.), Law
Florida International University 1991 — 1995
Bachelor's degree, Communication and Media Studies
Law Office of Victor H. Waite, P.A. September 2012 - Present
Broward County 2013 - 2014
Law Office of Janet Langjahr, P.A. May 2012 - September 2012
Legal Search Solutions, Inc. April 2012 - May 2012
Broward County Attorney's Office August 2011 - December 2011
Miami-Dade Public Defender's Office May 2011 - August 2011
St. Thomasu University School of Law 2009 - 2011
Kaba Law Group, P.L.L.C. June 2010 - August 2010
CSI Theaters July 2006 - February 2009
Skills
Litigation, Civil Litigation, Legal Research, Personal Injury, Legal Writing, Appeals, Family Law, Courts, Criminal Defense, Criminal Law, Product Liability, Trial Practice, Commercial Litigation, Corporate Law, Hearings, Motions, Trials, Automobile Accidents, Depositions, Westlaw
Education
St. Thomas University School of Law 2009 — 2011
Juris Doctor, Law
Florida Atlantic University 2003 — 2006
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Criminal Justice
J.R. Tucker High School 1998 — 1999
Miami Dade State Attorney's Office August 2015 - Present
Miami-Dade State Attorney's Office August 2014 - November 2014
Miami-Dade Public Defender's Office June 2014 - July 2014
Miami Dade State Attorney's Office May 2013 - July 2013
Law Offices of Paul Herman, P.A. June 2012 - July 2012
Red Hills Motion Picture Releasing Co., LLC January 2011 - May 2011
University Center Club August 2010 - January 2011
Skills
Legal Research, Legal Writing, Customer Service, Courts, Westlaw, Public Speaking, Research, Microsoft Word, Editing, Spanish, Marketing Strategy
Education
University of Miami School of Law 2012 — 2015
Juris Doctor, Cum Laude, 3.4 GPA
Florida State University - College of Business 2008 — 2012
Bachelor of Science, Marketing and Management, minor in Philosophy, 3.5 GPA
J.P. Gonzalez-Sirgo, P.A. September 1994 - Present
Walton Lantaff Schroeder & Carson LLP 1993 - 1994
Vanderbilt University 1991 - 1993
De La Torre Insurance Adjusters 1990 - 1991
Enterprise Rent-A-Car 1990 - 1990
City Gas 1988 - 1990
Miami-Dade Public Defender's Office 1989 - 1989
Florida International University 1988 - 1988
Molex 1987 - 1988
Dade County Police Benevolent Association 1986 - 1986
Skills
Insurance Claims..., Homeowners Property..., Condominiums Property..., Business Property..., Business Interruption..., Life Insurance Claims, Long Term Disability..., Short Term Disability..., Long Term Care..., Health/HMO Individual..., Stolen Auto, Boat,..., Travel Insurance Claims, Credit Insurance Claims, Wedding Insurance Claims, Personal Injury..., Claim, Disability Insurance, Legal Research, Life Insurance, Insurance Law, Dispute, Homeowners, Torts, Property Claims, Litigation Management, Product Liability, Public Liability, Wrongful Death, Medical Malpractice, Insurance, Claims Management, Liability, Litigation
Education
Vanderbilt University 1991 — 1993
J.D., Law
University of Miami 1993 — 1994
Law School Visiting Student
Florida International University 1988 — 1990
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), with Honors, Political Science
Miami Dade College 1986 — 1988
Associate of Arts (A.A.)
Actavis, Inc. September 2009 - Present
Avis Budget Group January 2006 - December 2008
Miami-Dade Public Defender's Office January 2005 - December 2005
Skills
Recruiting, Employee Benefits, Employee Relations, Talent Management, Benefits Administration, Applicant Tracking..., HR Policies, Onboarding, Employee Relations..., Compensation & Benefit, HRIS, Performance Management, New Hire Orientations, Personnel Management, Succession Planning, Workforce Planning, Talent Acquisition, Deferred Compensation, Labor Relations
Education
Florida International University 1999 — 2004
B.A., Psychology
Shepard Broad Law Center, Nova Southeastern University July 2013 - Present
University of La Verne 2008 - 2013
William S. Boyd School of Law, University of Nevada, Las Vegas 2006 - 2008
Yale Law School 2004 - 2006
Miami-Dade Public Defender's Office 2000 - 2004
Skills
Higher Education, Legal Research, Legal Writing, Research, Teaching, Westlaw, Community Outreach, Policy Analysis, Interviews, Litigation, Public Policy, Public Speaking, University Teaching, Civil Litigation
Education
Benjamin N. Cardozo School of Law, Yeshiva University
Doctor of Law (J.D.)
Bard College at Simon's Rock
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.)
Walmart Stores Inc. August 2013 - September 2014
FAMU College of Law Housing Clinic January 2013 - May 2013
National Black Law Students Association April 2012 - April 2013
NBLSA May 2011 - September 2012
Miami/ Dade Public Defenders Office July 2011 - August 2011
Miami/ Dade County Courthouse June 2011 - August 2011
Skills
Legal Research, Courts, Mediation, Public Speaking, Legal Writing, Advocacy, Civil Litigation, Litigation, Commercial Litigation, Legal Issues, Westlaw, Criminal Law, Lexis, Legal Assistance, Public Policy, Nonprofits, Research, Trials, Politics, Motions, Corporate Law, Administrative Law, Hearings, Family Law, Appeals, Civil Rights, Employment Law, Intellectual Property, International Law, Legal Documents, Policy Analysis
Education
Florida Agricultural and Mechanical University, College of Law 2010 — 2013
Juris Doctor, Law
Morehouse College 2003 — 2007
Bachelors of Arts, Political Science
Miami-Dade Public Defender's Office January 2015 - Present
Office of Criminal Conflict and Civil Regional Counsel for the 3rd DCA June 2014 - December 2014
Anti-Defamation League June 2014 - August 2014
Miami Innocence Clinic January 2014 - May 2014
Eleventh Judicial Circuit of Florida May 2013 - August 2013
The Innocence Project of Florida August 2011 - May 2012
Ron Sachs Communications January 2010 - May 2010
Skills
Legal Writing, Civil Litigation, Legal Research, Westlaw, Criminal Defense, Litigation, Lexis
Education
University of Miami School of Law 2012 — 2015
Doctor of Law (J.D.), 3L
Florida State University 2008 — 2012
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Dual Degree in Philosophy and English with a Minor Degree in Communications
Kula & Associates, P.A. May 2012 - Present
Miami-Dade Public Defender's Office June 2011 - August 2011
Miami-Dade Public Defender's Office May 2010 - July 2010
Skills
Legal Research, Appeals, Courts, Hearings, Immigration Law, Employment Law, Motions, Appellate Practice, International Relations, Constitutional Law, Public Speaking, Legal Writing, Litigation, Trials, Briefs
Education
University of Miami School of Law 2009 — 2012
Doctor of Law (J.D.), Law
Emory University 2005 — 2009
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), German Studies; International Studies
Miami-Dade Public Defender's Office August 2011 - Present
Miami-Dade State Attorney's Office June 2010 - September 2010
The Fountain Group January 2007 - May 2008
Skills
Criminal Defense Lawyer, Jury Trials, Engaging Public Speaker
Education
Florida International University - College of Law 2008 — 2011
Doctor of Law (J.D.)
Florida State University 2002 — 2006
Bachelor of Science (BS), Psychology
Bronx County District Attorney Office September 2014 - Present
Alexandria Office of the Public Defender January 2014 - May 2014
United States Attorney's Office September 2013 - December 2013
Miami Dade Public Defender's Office June 2013 - August 2013
Office of the State Attorney May 2012 - August 2012
Skills
Felonies, Westlaw, Legal Research, Legal Writing, Lexis, Criminal Law, Courts, Trials, Motions, Hearings, Litigation, Appeals, Legal Issues, Criminal Defense
Education
American University, Washington College of Law 2011 — 2014
Doctor of Law (JD)
University of Florida 2005 — 2009
Bachelor's degree, Criminology, Premedical Science, Anthropology concentration
U.S. Court of Appeals for the Armed Forces February 2015 - Present
United States Army Legal Services Agency September 2011 - February 2015
United States Army July 2011 - September 2011
International Security Assistance Force July 2010 - July 2011
United States Army August 2008 - July 2010
United States Army August 2007 - August 2008
Miami-Dade Public Defender's Office September 2005 - December 2005
U.S. Coast Guard June 2005 - August 2005
Skills
Military Justice, Appellate Practice, Administrative Law, Operational Law, International Criminal..., Claims Resolution, Afghanistan, Trial Practice, Legal Research, Legal Writing, Military Experience, Security Clearance, Defense, Criminal Law, National Security, Litigation, Government, Appeals, Army, Trials, Military, Criminal Defense, Courts, Westlaw, Mediation
Education
Georgetown University Law Center
Master of Laws (LL.M.), National Security Law
University of Miami School of Law
Juris Doctor (J.D.), Law, cum laude
Vanderbilt University
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), History, cum laude
The Corradino Group July 2014 - Present
State of Florida November 2007 - July 2014
Miami-Dade Public Defender's Office May 2007 - October 2007
Community Bank of Florida May 2003 - May 2007
Skills
Microsoft Office, Policy, Legal Documents, Outlook, Spreadsheets, Microsoft Word, Westlaw, Microsoft Excel, Legal Research, Lexis, Pleadings, PowerPoint, Hearings, Courts, Time Management
Education
Florida Atlantic University 2015 — 2016
Master of Accounting, Forensic Accounting
Florida International University 2009 — 2014
Bachelor of Arts (BA), Accounting
Miami Dade College 2003 — 2008
Associate of Arts (AA), Pre-Law Studies
Miami-Dade Public Defender's Office October 2012 - Present
Miami-Dade Public Defender's Office July 2012 - October 2012
Rozencwaig & Nadel, LLP October 2011 - July 2012
Assemblyman Brian Kavanagh January 2011 - June 2011
Kendrick Meek for U.S. Senate Campaign May 2010 - August 2010
Lincoln Square Legal Services January 2010 - June 2010
Penn, Schoen & Berland Associates May 2009 - December 2009
Education
Fordham University School of Law 2008 — 2011
Juris Doctor
Fordham University Graduate School of Arts and Sciences 2009 — 2011
M.A., Elections and Campaign Management
Florida State University 2004 — 2008
B.A., Communication Studies, History
Belen Jesuit Preparatory Shool 1998 — 2004
Law Office of Javier A. Gonzalez, P.A. August 2013 - Present
Office of the Public Defender, 20th Judicial Circuit June 2012 - July 2013
Miami-Dade Public Defender's Office January 2012 - April 2012
Marrero Bozorgi, PL January 2010 - May 2011
Miami-Dade Public Defender's Office June 2009 - August 2009
Sirkin & Cuello December 2005 - June 2008
Marrero Bozorgi, PL May 2006 - August 2007
Skills
Westlaw, Litigation, Legal Writing, Criminal Defense, Criminal Law, Trials, Juvenile Law, Legal Research
Education
Florida International University - College of Law
Doctor of Law (J.D.), Law
Florida International University
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Political Science and Government
Law Office of Jessica A. Horani September 2008 - Present
Miami-Dade Public Defender's Office 2001 - 2008
Neighborhood Defender Service of Harlem 2002 - 2004
Skills
Criminal Defense, Criminal Law, Litigation, Civil Rights, Trial Practice, Family Law, Commercial Litigation, Trials, Legal Research, Personal Injury, Hearings, Mediation, Torts
Education
Benjamin N. Cardozo School of Law, Yeshiva University 1999 — 2001
Doctor of Law (J.D.)
University of Nebraska at Omaha 1995 — 1998
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), English Language and Literature, General
Michael G. Murray, P.A. January 2012 - Present
Miami Dade Public Defender's Office 2009 - 2011
Murray & Murray, P.A. 2004 - 2009
Skills
Litigation, Trial Practice, Criminal Defense, Immigration Law, Public Speaking, Civil Litigation
Education
St. Thomas University School of Law
Doctor of Law (JD)
Emerson College
Master of Arts (MA)
University of Florida
Bachelor's degree
Michael A. Swinton, P.A. October 2013 - Present
Miami-Dade Public Defender's Office August 2010 - October 2013
Skills
Criminal Defense, Criminal Law, Litigation, Legal Writing, Courts, Trials, Legal Research, Westlaw, Hearings, Appeals, Family Law, Motions, Jury Trials, Juvenile Law, Depositions, White Collar Criminal..., Legal Issues
Education
Florida International University - College of Law
Juris Doctor
University of Florida
B.A., Criminology
Miami-Dade Public Defender's Office September 2014 - Present
Miami-Dade Public Defender's Office August 2014 - September 2014
Criminal Defense & Prisoner Advocacy Clinic, Georgetown University Law Center August 2013 - May 2014
Office of the Public Defender Maryland May 2013 - August 2013
Public Defender Service January 2013 - May 2013
Orleans Public Defenders March 2013 - March 2013
Delaware Office of the Public Defender June 2012 - August 2012
Canadian Civil Liberties Association February 2011 - September 2011
The Princeton Review April 2010 - August 2011
L'Arche Hamilton July 2007 - August 2009
Skills
Criminal Law, Criminal Defense, Litigation, Trials, Trial Practice, Legal Research, Legal Writing, Legal Issues, Public Speaking, Research, Editing, Motions, Hearings
Education
Georgetown University Law Center 2011 — 2014
Juris Doctor (J.D.), Public Interest Fellow
McMaster Divinity College, McMaster University 2008 — 2010
Master of Arts (M.A.), History of Christianity
Rocky Mountain College 2004 — 2007
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Theology: Biblical Studies, Magna Cum Laude
University of Toronto - University of Trinity College 2000 — 2003
(transfer), Political Science
A.Y. Jackson Secondary School 1996 — 2000
Ontario Secondary School Diploma
MARTINEZ I AZOY, LLP November 2014 - Present
Walton Lantaff April 2013 - October 2014
INFANTE ZUMPANO, LLC February 2012 - April 2013
Miami-Dade Public Defender's Office October 2011 - February 2012
United States District Court for the Southern District of Florida April 2011 - September 2011
Law Office of the Public Defender Carlos J. Martinez, Eleventh Judicial Circuit November 2010 - April 2011
Law Offices of the Public Defender Carlos J. Martinez, Eleventh Judicial Circuit August 2010 - November 2010
Skills
Motions, Legal Research, Depositions, Litigation, Appeals, Trials, Immigration Law, Jury Trials, Family Law, Courts, Trademarks
Education
Florida Coastal School of Law 2007 — 2010
Juris Doctor
Florida International University 2002 — 2006
Bachelor of Arts, International Relations
Social Security Administration September 2014 - Present
U.S. Department of Justice November 2013 - September 2014
Various AmLaw 100 Law Firms February 2012 - October 2013
Glushko-Samuelson Intellectual Property Law Clinic – American University August 2010 - May 2011
Miami-Dade Public Defender's Office June 2010 - August 2010
International Human Rights Law Clinic September 2009 - May 2010
Erik M. Pelton & Associates, PLLC January 2010 - April 2010
Project on Information Justice and Intellectual Property September 2009 - December 2009
Education
American University, Washington College of Law 2008 — 2011
Juris Doctor
Florida International University 2003 — 2007
Bachelor of Arts, Magna Cum Laude
Girl on Girl: A Documentary Film 2012 - Present
Miami-Dade Public Defender's Office June 2015 - July 2015
New York State Division of Human Rights May 2014 - December 2014
The Metropolitan Opera Marketing April 2007 - June 2012
Harper’s Bazaar- Hearst Corporation November 2006 - April 2007
New York Public Library May 2006 - November 2006
Education
City University of New York School of Law at Queens College 2013 — 2016
Doctor of Law (JD)
John Jay College of Criminal Justice 2011 — 2012
Sarah Lawrence College 2003 — 2006
BA, Theatre, Media Studies
British American Drama Academy
University of Florida 2002 — 2003
BFA, Musical Theatre
NYC Department of Education August 2011 - Present
Heiberger & Associates, P.C. April 2010 - June 2011
Calo Agostino, P.C November 2008 - August 2009
Miami-Dade Public Defender's Office August 2007 - April 2008
Florida International University June 2001 - October 2003
U. S. Army September 1997 - September 1999
U.S. Army September 1996 - September 1997
3rd Special Forces Group July 1994 - September 1996
Skills
Legal Research, Legal Writing, Litigation, Document Review, Legal Documents, Civil Litigation, Courts, Legal Assistance, Microsoft Office, Motions, Teaching, Trial Practice, Depositions, Litigation Support, Commercial Litigation, Arbitration, Immigration Law, Trials
Education
St. Thomas University School of Law 2005 — 2008
Juris Doctor, Law
Hunter College 2011 — 2013
Master of Science (MS), Special Education and Teaching
Florida International University 2000 — 2002
B.A., International Relations
Florida International University 2000 — 2002
B. S., Criminal Justice
Wasserman Media Group January 2014 - Present
Wasserman Media Group September 2013 - December 2013
Wasserman Media Group February 2013 - September 2013
Three Day Rule January 2013 - September 2013
Mandalay Baseball Properties January 2013 - May 2013
State Farm Insurance Agency - Martin Salvino June 2012 - August 2012
Miller's Ale House September 2011 - May 2012
University of Miami August 2010 - May 2011
University of Miami August 2008 - May 2010
Miami-Dade Public Defender's Office June 2009 - August 2009
Skills
Non-profits, Marketing, Event Planning, Social Media, PowerPoint, Microsoft Office, Leadership, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word, Public Speaking, Facebook, Research, Writing, Event Management, Social Networking, Spanish, Photoshop, Community Outreach, Outlook, Public Relations, Nonprofits, Social Media Marketing, Digital Strategy, New Media
Education
Boston University 2012 — 2013
Master of Science (M.S.), Media Ventures
University of Miami 2007 — 2011
BBA, 1) Political Science 2) Marketing 3) Legal Studies
Obront Corey PLLC March 2015 - Present
Trujillo Vargas Ortiz & Gonzalez June 2014 - March 2015
Miami-Dade Public Defender's Office August 2014 - December 2014
Florida International University May 2013 - August 2014
World Global Financing, Inc. September 2013 - December 2013
The Environmental Law Clinic at Florida International University August 2013 - December 2013
Exodus Payment Systems May 2011 - February 2012
Exodus Payment Systems May 2010 - August 2010
The Florida State University August 2009 - December 2009
Vector Marketing February 2006 - August 2008
Skills
Creative Problem Solving, Strategic Analysis, New Business Development, Civil Litigation, UCC filings, Commercial Litigation, Transactional Law, Corporate Law, Corporate Finance, Corporate Governance, Contract Negotiation, Strategic Negotiations, Microsoft Excel, Analysis, Training, Customer Service, Sales, Recruiting, Advertising, Public Speaking, Management, Leadership, Forecasting, Budgets, Selling, Competitive Analysis, Sales Operations, Marketing, Social Media Marketing, Entrepreneurship, Policy, Microsoft Office, PowerPoint, Social Media, Event Planning, Research, Social Networking, Marketing Strategy
Education
Florida International University - College of Law 2012 — 2015
Juris Doctor (J.D.), Civil Litigation & Commercial Transactional Law
Florida State University - College of Business 2006 — 2010
Bachelor's Degree, Finance, Management, & Communications, 3.1
Allen D. Nease High School 2004 — 2006
Pomerantz LLP August 2015 - Present
Law Offices of Francisco Villacreces, P.A. January 2012 - Present
Club Med North America August 2010 - December 2010
Miami-Dade Public Defender's Office August 2010 - November 2010
Flag Luxury Properties Anguilla, L.L.C. November 2006 - July 2008
Club Med North America May 2006 - November 2006
Driftwood Hospitality Management March 2005 - April 2006
Shook Hardy & Bacon, LLP October 2003 - July 2004
Chevron March 2003 - June 2003
The Mutiny Hotel January 2000 - April 2002
Skills
Real Estate Development, Budget Management, Document Drafting, Hotel Management, Legal Writing, Operations Management, Logistics Management, Purchasing Management, Contract Management, Microsoft Office, Office Management, Conducting Interviews, Budgets, Civil Litigation, Trusts, Legal Assistance, Commercial Litigation, Depositions, Courts, Legal Research, Litigation
Education
St. Thomas University School of Law 2008 — 2011
Juris Doctor
Florida International University 1997 — 2002
Bachelor of Business Administration, Management
Miami Dade College 2000 — 2001
Associate of Arts, Business
Palmetto Senior High School 1994 — 1997
High School Diploma
Brookstone Partners, LLC. ~Principal October 2014 - Present
The Law Offices of Kassebaum & Abelairas, P.A. October 2009 - Present
Land Development Advisors, Inc. June 2004 - Present
TM Residential, LLC January 2014 - September 2014
ZOM April 2007 - October 2009
Cornerstone Group Development July 2001 - February 2007
Madison Realty Associates March 2000 - July 2001
Marcus & Millichap March 1998 - March 2000
Northwestern Mutual October 1997 - March 1998
Miami-Dade Public Defender's Office 1994 - 1996
Skills
Land Acquisition, Legal Services, Contract Negotiation, Financial Analysis, Corporate Law, Due Diligence, Market Research, Legal Assistance, Zoning, Real Estate, Leases, Real Estate Transactions, Real Estate Development, Commercial Real Estate, Disposition, Entitlements, Property Management, Location Intelligence, Land Development, Brokerage, Investment Properties, Redevelopment, Corporate Real Estate, Tenant, Real Property, Acquisitions, Property, Landlords, Residential Homes, Land Use, Foreclosures, Investments, Lease Negotiations, Real Estate Economics, Condos, Bankruptcy, Joint Ventures, Sellers, Real Estate Financing, Affordable Housing, Private Equity, Tax Credits, Apartments, Shopping Centers, Finance, Commercial Leasing, Business Transactions, Tenant Representation, Lease Administration, International Real...
Education
St. Thomas University School of Law 1993 — 1996
Juris Doctor, Law
Auburn University 1988 — 1991
B.A., Political Science
Ladue Horton Watkins High School 1983 — 1986
high school, High School/Secondary Diplomas and Certificates
The Peddie School 1982 — 1983
Prepatory School
U.S. House of Representatives, Office of Congressman Alcee Hastings September 2015 - Present
Federal Public Defender, Southern District of Florida January 2015 - Present
Miami-Dade Public Defender's Office June 2014 - August 2014
United States Attorney’s Office for Southern District of Florida May 2013 - August 2013
Teach For America August 2010 - August 2012
Skills
Leadership, Legal Research, Legal Writing, Public Speaking, Research, Microsoft Office, Nonprofits, Community Outreach, Microsoft Excel, Data Analysis
Education
Cornell Law School 2012 — 2015
Doctor of Law (J.D.)
Cornell University 2006 — 2010
Bachelor of Science (B.S.), Communication
Bruch Hanna LLP October 2013 - Present
Federal Magistrate Judge Deborah A. Robinson July 2014 - August 2014
Miami-Dade Public Defender's Office July 2013 - August 2013
Skills
Constitutional Law, Legal Research, Litigation, Legal Writing, Westlaw, Legal Assistance, Courts, Trials, Pleadings, Legal Advice, Family Law, Criminal Law, Litigation Support, Lexis
Education
Howard University School of Law 2012 — 2015
Juris Doctor (J.D.)
Florida State University 2010 — 2012
Master's Degree, Special Education and Teaching
Florida State University 2004 — 2008
Bachelor's Degree, Political Science and Government
Allum Law Chambers October 2014 - March 2015
Stetson University College of Law October 2013 - September 2014
Attorney October 2012 - October 2013
Miami-Dade Public Defender's Office August 2011 - November 2011
Norwegian Cruise Line January 2011 - April 2011
Bank of America January 2005 - May 2009
J.P. Morgan May 2003 - August 2004
Skills
Legal Writing, Negotiation, Statistical Data..., Financial Forecasting, Oral Advocacy
Education
Hugh Wooding Law School 2014 — 2015
Legal Education Certificate, Caribbean Law
Florida International University 2009 — 2012
Juris Doctor
Clark Atlanta University 2006 — 2008
Master of Business Administration (MBA), Finance.
Spelman College 2001 — 2004
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Economics
The Law Office of Camille E. Blanton, PLLC October 2012 - Present
McIntosh Sawran & Cartaya, P.A. October 2008 - May 2012
Gordon Hargrove & James August 2005 - January 2007
Wicker Smith et. al. January 2002 - August 2005
Miami-Dade Public Defender's Office August 1998 - January 2002
Skills
Litigation, Trials, Civil Litigation, Courts, Appeals, Wrongful Death, Mediation, Criminal Law, Personal Injury, Product Liability
Education
American Institute 2007 — 2008
Massage Therapy/Therapeutic Massage
University of Miami School of Law 1995 — 1998
Doctor of Law (JD), Law, Cum Laude
University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill 1991 — 1995
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Psychology
Miami-Dade Public Defender's Office June 2014 - Present
St. Thomas University August 2013 - Present
Wachovia, A Wells Fargo Company May 2011 - August 2013
Skills
Marketing, Customer Service, Social Media, Leadership, Microsoft Office, Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, Financial Analysis, Teamwork, Data Entry, Sales, Customer Satisfaction, Access, Time Management, Accounting, Process Improvement, Public Speaking, Research
Education
St. Thomas University School of Law 2013 — 2016
Florida A&M University 2008 — 2013
Bachelor of Science (B.S.), Business Administration
Miami-Dade Public Defender's Office September 2014 - Present
Boston University School of Law September 2011 - May 2014
The Bronx Defenders May 2013 - August 2013
Committee for Public Counsel Services June 2012 - August 2012
Pine Tree Legal Assistance, Inc. June 2012 - June 2012
Orleans Public Defenders March 2012 - March 2012
Advertiser Democrat January 2011 - August 2011
Ewha Language Institute July 2010 - July 2011
Skills
Microsoft Office, Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, Microsoft Word, Customer Service, Research, Social Media, Teamwork, Public Speaking
Education
Boston University School of Law 2011 — 2014
Doctor of Law (JD)
Dickinson College 2005 — 2009
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Philosophy
Committee for Public Counsel Services August 2011 - Present
B.U. Civil Litigation Clinic September 2009 - August 2010
Masferrer & Associates June 2009 - August 2009
Miami-Dade Public Defender's Office 2006 - 2007
Skills
Legal Research, Legal Writing, Litigation, Courts, Westlaw, Criminal Law, Criminal Defense, Civil Litigation, Trials, Appeals, Trial Practice, Family Law, Legal Issues
Education
Boston University School of Law 2008 — 2011
JD, Law
Brown University 2004 — 2008
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Economics; International Relations
The London School of Economics and Political Science (LSE) 2006 — 2007
General Course, Economics, History, International Relations
Miami-Dade Public Defender's Office OPS InvestigatorFlorida's Second Judicial Circuit Public Defenders Office2012 - 2013
Skills
Bilingual: Fluently..., Computer literate..., Exceptional listener..., Goal driven leader, Investigation, Phone Etiquette, Confidentiality, Organization, Time Management, Criminology
Education
Florida State University 2010 — 2013
Bachelor of Science (B.S.), Criminology
Gallup February 2011 - Present
American Bar Association August 2015 - Present
American Bar Association August 2014 - Present
American Bar Association August 2014 - Present
American Bar Association March 2014 - August 2015
American Bar Association June 2013 - August 2014
American Bar Association 2012 - June 2013
Holland, Groves, Schneller & Stolze, LLC August 2008 - December 2010
U.S. Coast Guard October 2002 - September 2008
Miami-Dade Public Defender's Office May 2007 - August 2007
Skills
Litigation, Legal Writing, Government, Courts, Legal Research, Commercial Litigation, Civil Litigation, Criminal Law, Legal Advice, Defense, Trials, Legal Compliance, Procurement, Maritime, Leadership, Corporate Law, Management
Education
Florida International University - College of Law 2005 — 2008
J.D., Law
Saint Louis University School of Law 2008 — 2008
Law
University of Missouri-Saint Louis 1994 — 2001
B.S., Business
MWI Veterinary Supply February 2015 - Present
Wells Fargo April 2013 - November 2014
Canaveral Port Authority October 2012 - April 2013
Miami-Dade Public Defender's Office December 2010 - October 2012
Miami-Dade Public Defender's Office December 2010 - October 2012
Venair iberica August 2010 - December 2010
GTECH December 2008 - May 2010
LAMP Lighting January 2004 - February 2007
Dia Portugal Supermercados June 2001 - December 2003
Skills
Spanish-speaking, Forklift Operation, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word, Order Picking, Barcode Scanners, Warehouse Management, Supervisory Skills, RF Scanners, Document Imaging, Outlook, Teaching English as a..., Order Fulfillment, Catalan, Italian, PowerPoint, Disaster Response, Corrections Database, Document Management, Westlaw, Spanish, Criminology, Cuban, Shipping & Receiving, Filing, Electronic Document, Cherry Picker, Pallet Jack, Pallets, Legal Writing, Public Speaking, Process Improvement, Criminal Law, Customer Service, Microsoft Office, Team Building, Sales, Team Leadership, Research
Education
Florida International University 2011 — 2012
Certificate 18 credit hours, National Security Policy Studies
University of Miami School of Law 2010 — 2010
Certificate, Paralegal
Banker Lopez Gassler P.A. May 2013 - Present
Remer & Georges-Pierre, PLLC September 2012 - May 2013
Remer & Georges-Pierre, PLLC January 2012 - September 2012
Coral Gables City Attorney June 2011 - July 2011
Florida Coastal School of Law January 2011 - May 2011
Miami-Dade Public Defender's Office June 2010 - August 2010
Banco Popular North America November 2008 - June 2009
Education
Florida Coastal School of Law 2010 — 2012
Juris Doctor, magna cum laude
Florida International University 2004 — 2008
B.A., Psychology
monsignor edward pace
The Woods Law Office, PLLC September 2011 - Present
Miami-Dade Public Defender's Office May 2010 - August 2010
Merrill Lynch June 2008 - August 2008
Mayhem Pictures June 2008 - August 2008
100.3 TheSound (Bonneville International) June 2008 - August 2008
Skills
Estate Planning, Investments, Excel, Microsoft Office, Word, Elder Law, Commercial Litigation, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word, Veterans Benefits, Wills
Education
Wayne State University Law School 2008 — 2011
Juris Doctorate, Law
Central Michigan University 2004 — 2008
B.S in B.A, Finance
Maricopa County July 2013 - Present
Maricopa County December 2012 - July 2013
Alex Navidad, P.L.C. September 2012 - December 2012
Miami-Dade Public Defender's Office January 2012 - May 2012
Denise M. Scanziani Esq., P.A. August 2010 - August 2011
Skills
Legal Writing, Lexis, Civil Litigation, Criminal Law, Legal Assistance, Criminal Defense, Trial Practice
Education
St. Thomas University School of Law 2009 — 2012
Doctor of Law (J.D.), Law
Arizona State University 2004 — 2008
Bachelor of Arts (BA), Journalism
Office of Criminal Conflict and Civil Regional Counsel 3rd District May 2012 - Present
Miami Legal, P.A. January 2012 - Present
Michael A. Pizzi, P.A. March 2006 - March 2012
FIU College of Law October 2010 - December 2011
Clyne & Associates, P.A. December 2009 - October 2010
Miami Dade Public Defender's Office June 2008 - November 2008
U.S. District Court June 2007 - August 2007
Citrus Health January 2004 - June 2006
U.S. District Court March 2001 - March 2006
Spectrum Programs February 1998 - March 2001
Skills
Civil Litigation, Criminal Law, Legal Writing, Legal Research, Commercial Litigation, Family Law, Appeals, Litigation, Mediation
Education
Florida International University - College of Law 2005 — 2009
JD, Law
Florida International University 1999 — 2003
MSW, Social Work
Florida International University 1994 — 1995
BA, Criminal Justice/Psychology
Florida State University 1992 — 1994
Criminology
Law Offices of Tony A. Haber, P.A. July 2008 - Present
Miami-Dade Public Defender's Office October 2004 - July 2008
Marriott International 2000 - 2000
Skills
Commercial Litigation, Criminal Defense, Family Law, Trials, Civil Litigation, Courts, Criminal Law, Trial Practice, Personal Injury, Litigation, Licensing, Hearings, Appeals, Legal Research, Mediation, Torts, Westlaw, White Collar Criminal...
Education
University of Florida - Fredric G. Levin College of Law 2001 — 2004
Law, Juris Doctor
Florida International University 1995 — 1999
Business Administration, Finance
FCS
Office of the Public Defender, 7th Judicial Circuit September 2011 - Present
Miami-Dade Public Defender's Office June 2009 - April 2011
Daniel K. Bandklayder, P.A. May 2010 - August 2010
Thomas R. Mott, P.A. July 2007 - March 2010
Education
Florida International University - College of Law 2008 — 2011
J.D.
University of Central Florida 2007 — 2008
B.A., Political Science
Keller Landsberg PA October 2013 - May 2015
Higer Lichter & Givner February 2013 - October 2013
Miami-Dade Public Defender's Office August 2012 - April 2013
St. Thomas University School of Law May 2012 - March 2013
United States District Court, Southern District of Florida May 2012 - August 2012
United States District Court, Southern District of Florida August 2011 - April 2012
St. Thomas University School of Law August 2011 - April 2012
Education
Fordham University School of Law 2015 — 2015
Certificate, Corporate Compliance Institute
St. Thomas University School of Law 2010 — 2013
Juris Doctor, summa cum laude
University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee 2004 — 2008
Bachelor of Science in Education, summa cum laude
Miami-Dade Public Defender's Office 2012 - Present
Legal Assistance Foundation of Metropolitan Chicago May 2011 - August 2011
Michigan Innocence Clinic May 2010 - October 2010
Universität Erfurt--Willy Brandt School of Public Policy October 2008 - July 2009
Gettysburg College September 2004 - May 2008
Commonwealth of Pennsylvania June 2007 - August 2007
Skills
Policy, Legal Research, Legal Writing, Litigation, Research, Westlaw, Editing
Education
University of Michigan Law School 2009 — 2012
Juris Doctorate
Universität Erfurt 2008 — 2009
Public Policy
Gettysburg College 2004 — 2008
B.A., Political Science and History
Miami-Dade Public Defender's Office May 1994 - Present
Miami-Dade Public Defender's Office May 1994 - Present
Skills
Mental Health, Social Services, Crisis Intervention, Adolescents, Family Therapy, Case Managment, Psychotherapy, Mindfulness, Mental Health Counseling, Psychology, Post Traumatic Stress, Play Therapy, DBT, Grant Writing, CBT, Clinical Supervision, Motivational..., Treatment, Forensic Psychology, Community Outreach, Group Therapy, Therapists, Mediation, Behavioral Health, Foster Care, Public Speaking, Life Transitions, Interventions, Psychological Assessment, Grief Counseling, Program Development, Solution Focused, Non-profits, Juvenile Law, Anger Management, Civil Rights
Education
City College of New York
Bachelor's, Psychology
Florida International University
Master's Degree, Mental Health Counseling
Jurney & De La Grana, P.A. March 2015 - Present
Miami-Dade Public Defender's Office March 2012 - March 2015
Miami-Dade County Public Defender's Office October 2011 - March 2012
The Law Office of Jeffrey S. Weiner, P.A. September 2010 - May 2011
Miami-Dade Public Defender's Office May 2010 - July 2010
Skills
Fluent in Spanish, Westlaw, LexisNexis, Mac, Microsoft Office, Legal Research, Legal Writing, Criminal Law, Commercial Litigation, Mediation, Trial Practice, Personal Injury, Trials, Civil Litigation, Criminal Defense, Litigation, Courts, Family Law, Lexis, Appeals, Depositions, Torts, Spanish, Hearings, Immigration Law, Legal Issues
Education
St. Thomas University School of Law 2008 — 2011
J.D., Law
University of Florida 2005 — 2008
B.A., Economics
Clemson University 2004 — 2005
Business
Fitzpatrick, Cella, Harper & Scinto October 2012 - Present
Fitzpatrick, Cella, Harper & Scinto May 2011 - August 2011
Miami-Dade Public Defender's Office May 2010 - August 2010
Skills
Legal Research, Legal Writing, Intellectual Property, Patent Litigation, Hatch-Waxman litigation, Civil Litigation
Education
Columbia Law School 2009 — 2012
Juris Doctor (J.D.), Harlan Fiske Stone Scholar
University of Pittsburgh 2005 — 2009
Major: Biology; Minor: Chemistry
Miami-Dade Public Defender's Office June 2014 - April 2015
Miami-Dade Public Defender's Office June 2013 - August 2013
Arrowood Law Firm June 2010 - May 2012
Bravo Brio Restaurant Group January 2008 - August 2008
Skills
Criminal Law, Family Law, Social Media, Event Planning, Social Networking, Public Speaking, Editing, Facebook, Public Relations, Blogging, Politics, Event Management, Political Science, Media Relations, Microsoft Office, Social Media Marketing, PowerPoint, Political Campaigns, Speech Writing, Research, Spanish
Education
University of Miami School of Law 2012 — 2015
Doctor of Law (J.D.), Law
Florida State University 2008 — 2011
Criminology/Sociology, Social Sciences
Cypress Bay High School 2004 — 2008
High School Diploma
Miami-Dade Public Defender's Office August 2013 - Present
Florida International University College of Law September 2014 - Present
Kionne L. Mcghee Law Group, PLLC. June 2011 - June 2013
Miami Dade County Public Defender's Office December 2012 - May 2013
Office of Criminal Conflict and Civil Regional Counsel 3rd District May 2012 - December 2012
Skills
Trials, Legal Writing, Criminal Law, Legal Research, Depositions, Courts, Motions, Civil Litigation, Litigation, Appeals, Westlaw, Lexis, Criminal Defense, Legal Assistance, Trial Practice, Hearings
Education
Florida International University - College of Law 2010 — 2013
Doctor of Law (JD), Law
Florida International University 2004 — 2008
Bachelor's degree, Computer Science
The Bronx Defenders May 2015 - Present
Boston University School of Law Criminal Law Clinic January 2015 - Present
Electric Insurance Company May 2014 - July 2014
Miami-Dade Public Defender's Office January 2013 - May 2013
Miami-Dade Public Defender's Office 2012 - 2012
Omaha Steaks May 2011 - August 2011
Grace/Mayer Insurance Agency, Inc. May 2011 - August 2011
Skills
Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Microsoft Excel, StatTransfer, SPSS, Spanish, Communication Skills
Education
Boston University School of Law 2013 — 2016
Juris Doctor
University of Miami 2009 — 2012
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Political Science
Bacardi August 2015 - Present
Feldman Gale July 2015 - July 2015
Jackson Health System September 2014 - December 2014
Miami-Dade Public Defender's Office June 2014 - July 2014
Flanagan, Maniotis & Berger, P.A. July 2012 - April 2013
Congresswoman Ileana Ros-Lehtinen's office April 2012 - January 2013
Skills
Legal Research, Legal Writing, Westlaw, LexisNexis, Contract Negotiation, Contractual Agreements, Employment Law..., Labor Relations, International Law, Time Management, Organization Skills
Education
University of Miami School of Law 2013 — 2016
Doctor of Law (J.D.)
Florida International University 2008 — 2012
Bachelor's degree, International Relations and Affairs, 3.4
Miami-Dade Public Defender's Office September 2010 - Present
Skills
Litigation, Criminal Defense, Legal Research, Trial Practice, Criminal Law, Legal Writing, Courts, Trials, Hearings, Appeals, Westlaw, Depositions
Education
Benjamin N. Cardozo School of Law, Yeshiva University
J.D.
Washington University in St. Louis
B.A., political science, legal studies
Ice Legal, P.A. April 2012 - January 2014
Ward, Kim, Vaughan & Lerner, L.L.P. March 2012 - March 2012
Robbins, Tunkey, Ross, Amsel, Raben & Waxman, Miami, FL December 2010 - January 2011
Miami Dade Public Defender's Office June 2009 - August 2009
Skills
Legal Research, Litigation, Civil Litigation, Legal Writing, Commercial Litigation, Construction Law, Condominium Law, Foreclosure Defense, Mediation, Depositions, Corporate Law, Westlaw, Outstanding..., Appellate Practice, Maintaining Strong..., Detail Oriented, Organization &..., Construction Litigation, Contract Negotiation, Legal Assistance, Trials, Appeals, Hearings, Motions
Education
Florida International University - College of Law 2008 — 2011
Juris Doctorate, Law
Florida Atlantic University 2006 — 2007
Masters, Criminal Justice and Corrections
University of Florida 2002 — 2005
Bachelors, English, Criminology
Miami-Dade State Attorney's Office August 2015 - Present
DC Law Students in Court August 2014 - May 2015
U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) May 2014 - July 2014
Miami-Dade State Attorney's Office May 2013 - July 2013
Miami-Dade Public Defender's Office May 2011 - August 2011
Skills
Microsoft Office, Recruiting, Research, Spanish, Motions, Marketing, Political Science, Teamwork, Social Media, Courts, Legal Research, Hearings, Nonprofits, Microsoft Word, Public Relations, Legal Writing, Fundraising, Community Outreach, Westlaw, PowerPoint, Trials, Lexis, Public Speaking, Leadership
Education
The George Washington University Law School 2012 — 2015
JD
Florida International University 2009 — 2012
Bachelor of Arts, Political Science
Pacific Legal Foundation June 2015 - August 2015
Florida 3rd District Court of Appeals January 2015 - May 2015
Miami-Dade Public Defender's Office September 2014 - December 2014
Commitee For Justice May 2014 - August 2014
The Geller Law Group, P.A. November 2013 - May 2014
Ogletree Deakins March 2011 - May 2012
Palguta & Hesselgrave September 2007 - March 2011
Skills
Public Policy, Legal Writing, Legal Assistance, Government, Legal Research, Mediation, Legislation, Litigation, Depositions, Research
Education
American University Washington College of Law 2015 — 2016
Master of Laws (LL.M.), Environmental Law
St. Thomas University School of Law 2012 — 2015
Doctor of Law (J.D.), Law, Cum laude
Indiana University Bloomington 1998 — 2005
BGS with Minor in Criminal Justice and Political Science
Indiana Leadership Forum
Miami-Dade Public Defender's Office August 2015 - Present
Miami-Dade Public Defender's Office January 2015 - April 2015
University of Miami School of Law January 2014 - April 2015
Miami-Dade Public Defender's Office June 2014 - August 2014
University of Miami School of Law August 2013 - May 2014
11th Judicial Circuit Court May 2013 - August 2013
Education
University of Miami School of Law 2012 — 2015
Doctor of Law (J.D.)
Florida Atlantic University 2009 — 2011
Bachelor's degree, Marketing and Management
RealSure, Inc. (dba Swanepoel T3 Group) May 2015 - Present
Zakheim & LaVrar, P.A. June 2012 - May 2015
Miami-Dade Public Defender's Office February 2012 - June 2012
Skills
Risk Management, Public Speaking, Consumer Law, Contract Law, Negotiation, Leadership, Real Estate Trends, Compliance Consulting, RESPA, CFPB, Management, Contract Negotiation
Education
Barry University - Dwayne O. Andreas School of Law 2008 — 2011
Doctor of Law (JD)
Wabash College 2004 — 2008
Rhetoric Major, Spanish Minor
Kelley Kronenberg January 2015 - Present
The Barthet Firm June 2011 - January 2015
Miami-Dade Public Defender's Office December 2010 - June 2011
Legal Services of Greater Miami, Inc. March 2010 - June 2010
Adams, Adams & Baca February 2009 - September 2009
Law Offices of Clinton Flagg, P.A. June 2006 - December 2008
Skills
Insurance Law, Depositions, Civil Litigation, Litigation, Legal Research, Legal Writing, Personal Injury, Criminal Law, Criminal Defense, Courts, Trial Practice, Mediation, Arbitration, Legal Advice
Education
University of Miami School of Law 2003 — 2006
Doctor of Law (J.D.), Cum laude
Franklin & Marshall College 1997 — 2001
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Chemistry (Pre-Med) and Religious Studies
Kula & Associates, P.A. September 2015 - Present
Clayborne, Sabo & Wagner LLP December 2014 - August 2015
Kula & Associates, P.A. April 2014 - November 2014
Florida Fourth District Court of Appeal September 2012 - August 2013
United States Attorney's Office for the Southern District of Florida January 2012 - April 2012
United States District Court for the Southern District of Florida August 2011 - November 2011
United States Department of Justice, Counterterrorism Section June 2011 - August 2011
University of Miami School of Law Immigration Clinic August 2010 - May 2011
Miami-Dade Public Defender's Office June 2010 - July 2010
Education
University of Miami School of Law 2009 — 2012
Juris Doctor (J.D.), Summa Cum Laude
Belmont Abbey College 2005 — 2009
Bachelor's Degree, Political Science, Magna Cum Laude
Legal Aid Society June 2015 - Present
New York County Defender Services August 2014 - December 2014
Miami-Dade Public Defender's Office June 2014 - August 2014
The Bronx County Civil Courthouse July 2012 - September 2012
Victoria's Secret 2011 - 2012
Skills
Research, Microsoft Office, Microsoft Word, Public Speaking, Social Media, Public Relations, Microsoft Excel, Event Planning, Teaching, PowerPoint, Spanish, Social Networking
Education
Hofstra University School of Law 2013 — 2016
Juris Doctor, Law
Howard University 2008 — 2012
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), History
The State University of Zanzibar 2010 — 2010
6 Credits in Swahili, Swahili, A, A
IPD Analytics August 2011 - Present
Becker & Poliakoff, P.A. March 2010 - April 2011
Miami-Dade Public Defender's Office August 2004 - March 2010
Law Office of Alex Alvarez February 2002 - April 2004
House of Parliament December 1999 - May 2001
Education
University of Miami School of Law 2001 — 2004
JD, Cum Laude
Indiana University Bloomington 1997 — 2001
BA, Cum Laude, Psychology, Criminal Justice
City University London
Law Offices of Adam R. Sackrin December 2014 - Present
Sackrin and Tolchinsky, P.A. January 2015 - Present
Chepenik Trushin LLP June 2014 - December 2014
Law Office of Cheryl Silverman, P.A. September 2013 - June 2014
Law Office May 2011 - September 2013
Miami-Dade Public Defender's Office August 2012 - December 2012
Guardianship Program of Dade County, Inc. January 2012 - May 2012
Broward County State Attorney's Office May 2011 - August 2011
Florida Press Association January 2010 - May 2010
The Florida House of Representatives January 2009 - May 2009
Education
University of Miami School of Law 2010 — 2013
Juris Doctor, May 2013
Florida State University 2006 — 2009
B.A., Political Science, Business
Miami-Dade Public Defender's Office August 2013 - Present
Cook County Public Defender's Office September 2012 - December 2012
Federal Defenders of San Diego May 2012 - August 2012
Cook County Public Defender's Office May 2011 - August 2011
Americans United for Separation of Church and State October 2009 - December 2009
US Congress March 2009 - June 2009
Marijuana Policy Project July 2008 - January 2009
Education
Northwestern University School of Law 2010 — 2013
J.D.
Cornell University 2004 — 2008
Bachelor's degree, American/United States Studies/Civilization, English
DeFabio, Beckham and Solis January 2011 - Present
Law Offices of Justin K. Beckham January 2006 - December 2010
Miami Dade Public Defenders Office September 2002 - December 2005
Skills
Litigation, Criminal Defense, Criminal Law, Legal Research, Trial Practice, White Collar Criminal..., Trials, Criminal Defense Lawyer, Courts, Appeals, Legal Writing, Juvenile Law, Hearings, Personal Injury..., Family Law
Education
University of Florida - Fredric G. Levin College of Law 1999 — 2002
Juris Doctorate
Emory University 1996 — 1999
BA, Political Science, Spanish
University of California, Berkeley 1995 — 1996
BA
Ransom Everglades 1990 — 1995
Hunter Taubman Fischer, LLC May 2015 - Present
Leaf and Associates LLC February 2014 - April 2015
Immigration Group LLC June 2013 - February 2014
Leaf and Associates, LLC April 2013 - June 2013
Special Counsel February 2013 - April 2013
Cuevas, Ortiz & Cubas P.A. February 2011 - February 2013
Huron Consulting Group September 2010 - February 2011
Jimenez, Milian & Associates January 2010 - June 2010
Loyola Law School Mediation Clinic August 2008 - May 2009
Miami-Dade Public Defender's Office June 2008 - July 2008
Skills
Legal Research, Immigration Law, Depositions, Motions, Legal Writing, Civil Litigation, Foreclosure Defense, Westlaw, Courts, Mediation, Criminal Law, Immigration Issues, Legal Issues, Lexis, Litigation, Naturalization
Education
Loyola University New Orleans College of Law 2006 — 2009
Doctorate, Law
Florida International University 2004 — 2006
MS, Criminal Justice
Florida International University 1998 — 2002
BS, Criminal Justice
The White House July 2015 - Present
U.S. Department of Commerce November 2014 - June 2015
The White House Office of Science and Technology Policy September 2013 - November 2014
Office of the Vice President May 2012 - May 2013
U.S. Department of Justice September 2011 - May 2012
United States Department of Justice March 2010 - September 2011
U.S. Department of Justice May 2009 - March 2010
Kubiliun and Associates, LLP October 2004 - May 2009
Miami-Dade Public Defender's Office June 1999 - October 2004
Skills
Criminal Law, Legal Writing, Litigation, Courts, Public Policy, Justice, Government, Policy, Civil Rights, Public Speaking, Policy Analysis, Criminal Defense, Criminal Justice, Strategic Planning, Government Relations, White Collar Criminal..., Legislation, Legislative Relations, Civil Litigation, Trials, Community Outreach, Strategic Communications, Politics, Legal Research
Education
New York University School of Law 1996 — 1999
JD
Bryn Mawr College 1992 — 1996
Bachelor of Arts, Political Science and History
Miami-Dade Public Defender's Office April 2013 - Present
New Hanover County Public Defender's Office April 2011 - February 2013
U.S. Bankruptcy Court for the Southern District of New York August 2009 - August 2010
Dechert LLP September 2007 - August 2009
U.S. Senate Legislative Counsel June 2006 - July 2006
Skills
Litigation, Legal Research, Legal Writing, Westlaw, Civil Litigation
Education
Emory University School of Law 2004 — 2007
J.D.
Georgia Institute of Technology 2000 — 2003
B.S.
Gomm & Smith 2012 - Present
Rhythm Foundation 2006 - Present
Immigration and Human Rights Clinic January 2012 - June 2012
United States Attorney's Office September 2011 - December 2011
Legal Services of Greater Miami, Inc. January 2011 - September 2011
Third District Court of Appeal June 2011 - August 2011
N/A October 2009 - July 2011
Miami-Dade Public Defender's Office July 2010 - August 2010
City of Miami - Office of Film and Arts 2003 - 2009
Education
Florida International University - College of Law 2009 — 2012
J.D, Law, Magna Cum Laude
University of Miami - School of Business 1998 — 2002
Master's, Business Administration
New York Supreme Court, Appellate Division, First Department December 2010 - Present
New York State Supreme Court, Appellate Division, First Department 2010 - Present
City Bar Chorus -- New York City Bar 2009 - 2012
Hudson Legal August 2010 - December 2010
Aaronson Rappaport Feinstein & Deutsch, LLP January 2008 - April 2010
Update Legal December 2007 - January 2008
New York Civil Liberties Union 2008 - 2008
Hudson Legal October 2007 - November 2007
Miami-Dade Public Defender's Office 2005 - 2005
Miami-Dade Public Defender's Office 2005 - 2005
Skills
Medical Malpractice, Product Liability, Document Review, Intellectual Property, Legal Research, Courts, Litigation, Westlaw, Criminal Law, Commercial Litigation, Class Actions, Legal Writing, Defense, Mediation, Civil Litigation, Trials, Lexis
Education
University of Miami School of Law 2003 — 2005
J.D.
Duke University 1996 — 2000
B.A., Majors: Sociology, African-American Studies; Minor in Psychology
The Dalton School, New York, NY 1992 — 1996
H.S. Diploma
Miami-Dade Public Defender's Office April 2012 - Present
Miami-Dade Public Defender's Office March 2011 - March 2012
Judge Mary Barzee-Flores, 11th Judicial Circuit of Florida June 2009 - August 2009
Scott A. Srebnick, P.A. June 2009 - August 2009
The Office of the Federal Public Defender for the Southern District of Florida June 2008 - August 2008
Black, Srebnick, Kornspan and Stumpf, P.A. October 2005 - September 2007
Skills
Trials, Criminal Defense
Education
Maurice A. Deane School of Law at Hofstra University 2007 — 2010
J.D., Law
Concordia University 2003 — 2005
B.A., Political Science
Miami Palmetto Sr. High School 1995 — 1998
HS Diploma, High School
Richard Houlihan, P.A. 1987 - Present
Miami-Dade Public Defender's Office 1977 - 1987
Skills
Litigation, Felonies, Criminal Defense, Courts, Litigation Support, Wrongful Death, Trial Practice, Criminal Law, Hearings, Appeals, Real Estate, Fraud, Dispute Resolution, Depositions, Legal Research, Civil Litigation, Trials, Medical Malpractice, Personal Injury, Personal Injury..., Westlaw, Commercial Litigation, Alternative Dispute..., Torts, Bankruptcy, Mediation, Legal Assistance, Legal Writing, Corporate Law, Product Liability, Employment Law, Arbitration, Automobile Accidents, Family Law, Legal Issues, White Collar Criminal...
Education
University of Miami School of Law 1974 — 1977
Juris Doctor (J.D.)
College of the Holy Cross 1970 — 1974
Bachelor's Degree, History
Xavier High School (New York City) 1966 — 1970
High School
Miami Bridge Youth and Family Services November 2014 - Present
Miami-Dade Public Defender's Office January 2014 - July 2014
Switchboard of Miami, Inc. January 2013 - February 2014
Catalyst Miami 2014 - 2014
Catalyst Miami 2014 - 2014
Hands On Miami July 2007 - December 2011
Switchboard of Miami September 2009 - February 2011
Switchboard of Miami, Inc. September 2009 - February 2011
Florida Guardian Ad Litem April 2008 - February 2011
Miami Behavioral Health Center June 2010 - December 2010
Skills
Non-profits, Customer Service, Leadership, Mental Health, Nonprofits, Public Speaking, Sales, Social Services, Advertising, Marketing, Budgets, Fundraising, Volunteer Management, Program Development, Community Outreach, Psychology, Case Management, Crisis Intervention
Education
Florida International University 2013 — 2014
Master's Degree, Social Work
Florida International University 2008 — 2010
Bachelor's, Social Work
Miami Dade College 2005 — 2007
Associate of Arts (A.A.), Psychology
St. Vincent Academy 1994 — 1998
Miami-Dade Public Defender's Office February 2010 - Present
Education
Florida International University - College of Law 2005 — 2008
Miami-Dade Public Defender's Office August 2015 - Present
Miami-Dade Public Defender's Office January 2014 - August 2015
Florida International University August 2012 - May 2015
FedEx Office and Print Services October 2005 - August 2012
FedEx Office and Print Services October 2003 - October 2005
FedEx Office and Print Services October 2001 - October 2003
Skills
Adobe Acrobat, Customer Service, Team Building, Project Management, Leadership, Marketing, Marketing Communications, Team Leadership, Illustrator, Program Management, Microsoft Office, Strategic Planning, Marketing Strategy, Photoshop, InDesign, Legal Research, Legal Writing, Customer Satisfaction, Sales, Outlook, Microsoft Word, Management
Education
Florida International University - College of Law 2012 — 2015
Juris Doctor, Law
Florida International University - College of Law 2012 — 2015
Certificate, Intellectual Property Law
Florida Gulf Coast University 2008 — 2008
Post Graduate, Marketing / Statistics
University of South Florida 1999 — 2005
BA, Philosophy
Design and Architecture Sr High 1995 — 1999
High School Diploma, Industial Design
Law Offices of Chavez & De Leon, P.A. 2002 - Present
Checchi and Company Consulting, Inc. 2001 - 2002
Miami Dade Public Defender's Office 1987 - 2001
Skills
Civil Rights, Immigration Law, Wrongful Death, Litigation, Criminal Law, Legal Research, Civil Litigation, Legal Writing, International Law, Courts, Mediation, Corporate Law, Dispute Resolution, Public Policy, Administrative Law, Constitutional Law, Legal Assistance, Criminal Defense, Human Rights, Property Law, Legal Advice
Education
Columbia University in the City of New York 1991 — 1992
Masters in Int'l Affairs, Ibero and Latin American Studies, International Business
Georgetown University Law Center 1983 — 1986
JD, Law
University of Miami 1981 — 1983
AB, Politics and Public Affairs
HSBC Securities June 2013 - Present
Paul Hastings July 2011 - May 2013
Curtis Mallet-Prevost, Colt & Mosle LLP 2008 - August 2011
UBS 2011 - 2011
Miami-Dade Public Defender's Office 2006 - 2006
Skills
Finance, Restructuring, Fixed Income, Legal Research, Legal Writing, Corporate Law, Civil Litigation, Bankruptcy, Intellectual Property, Mergers & Acquisitions, Due Diligence, Corporate Governance, Westlaw, Leveraged Finance
Education
Emory University School of Law 2005 — 2008
JD
Middlebury College 2001 — 2005
BA, Spanish Literature and Political Science
Marrero Bozorgi, PL January 2000 - Present
Public Defender's Office 1994 - 2000
Miami-Dade Public Defender's Office 1994 - 2000
Skills
White Collar Criminal..., Trial Practice, Criminal Defense, Trials, Criminal Law, Litigation, Appeals, Courts, Hearings, Legal Research, Legal Writing, Appellate Practice, Depositions, Civil Litigation, Legal Issues, Legal Assistance, Federal Courts, Criminal Defense Lawyer, Fraud, Litigation Support, Civil Rights, Jury Trials, Business Litigation
Education
University of Miami School of Law 1991 — 1994
Doctor of Law (JD)
American University 1987 — 1991
Bachelor of Arts (BA), Law & Society
Miami-Dade Public Defender's Office August 2014 - April 2015
Broward County Judge Tobin-Singer January 2014 - May 2014
Skills
Legal Assistance, Westlaw, Legal Writing, Lexis, Courts, Legal Issues
Education
St. Thomas University School of Law 2012 — 2015
Juris Doctor (J.D.)
Broward College 2010 — 2012
Bachelor of Applied Science (B.A.Sc.), Office Management and Supervision, 3.8
Broward Community College 2009 — 2011
Associate of Science (A.S.), Legal Assisting, 3.8
Miami-Dade Public Defender's Office August 2010 - Present
Dell and Schaefer January 2008 - January 2009
Education
St. Thomas University School of Law 2007 — 2010
Doctor of Law (J.D.)
Florida International University 2002 — 2006
B.A., Political Science
Our Lady of Lourdes Academy
University of Miami School of Law January 2011 - Present
State of Florida 1999 - Present
Katzen & Katzen, P.A. 1994 - Present
Miami-Dade Public Defender's Office 1988 - 1995
Federal Public Defender Southern District of Florida 1991 - 1992
University of Miami School of Law May 1986 - May 1988
Skills
Personal Injury, Civil Litigation, Criminal Law, Trials, White Collar Criminal..., Legal Writing, Litigation, Appeals, Courts, Wills, Fraud, Arbitration, Mediation, Legal Research, Alternative Dispute..., Legal Issues
Education
University of Miami School of Law 1985 — 1988
JD
Florida International University 1983 — 1985
BS, Communications
Miami Dade College 1979 — 1983
AA
Convent of the Sacred Heart, Carrollton
Miami-Dade Public Defender's Office September 2014 - Present
Pari Passu Foundation, Inc June 2010 - Present
Acosta Law Firm, PA August 2010 - December 2012
Roschen VanCleve Architects January 2009 - March 2009
AECOM June 2008 - December 2008
BEA Architects August 2007 - December 2007
Skills
Urban Design, Urban Planning, LEED AP
Education
St. Thomas University School of Law 2013 — 2016
Juris Doctorate, Law
Florida International University 2003 — 2008
BA, Architecture
Coral Park Senior High School
Miami-Dade Public Defender's Office June 2012 - Present
Chapman Partnership 2009 - 2012
Education
Barry University 2005 — 2009
Miami-Dade Public Defender's Office May 2011 - Present
Skills
Trial Practice, Legal Research, Legal Writing, Criminal Law, Litigation, Trials, Lexis, Westlaw, Criminal Defense, Jury Trials, Hearings, Juvenile Law, Depositions, Felonies, Motions
Education
University of Florida - Fredric G. Levin College of Law 2007 — 2010
Doctor of Law (JD)
Cornell University 2003 — 2007
BA, Government
Public Defenders Office - 13th Circuit, Tampa Florida September 2013 - Present
ACLU 2009 - Present
screamingforsunshine 2008 - Present
Creative Loafing June 2010 - January 2015
University of Miami August 2012 - June 2013
Miami-Dade Public Defender's Office November 2012 - May 2013
National Security and Armed Conflicts Law Review May 2012 - May 2013
UM Law Student Bar Association Supreme Court October 2011 - May 2013
Miami Innocence Clinic August 2011 - August 2012
Wrongful Convictions Project @ UM Law August 2010 - August 2012
Education
University of Miami School of Law 2010 — 2013
J.D., Law
American Academy of Dramatic Arts
Certificate, Acting; Performing arts
St. Petersburg College
Forensic Science; Criminal Justice; Chemistry
University of Tampa
BS, Criminology; Law
The Hansen Law Firm P.A. April 2010 - Present
Fowler White Burnett February 2008 - April 2010
Wicker Smith et. al. April 2004 - April 2006
Miami Dade Public Defender's Office January 2001 - April 2004
Skills
Medical Malpractice, Trials, Litigation, Courts, Personal Injury, Criminal Law, Criminal Defense, Arbitration, Mediation, White Collar Criminal..., Hearings, Dispute Resolution, Depositions, Fraud, Insurance, Civil Litigation, Slip & Fall, Corporate Law
Education
Nova Southeastern University—Shepard Broad Law Center 1998 — 2000
JD, Law
Columbia University in the City of New York
BA, English
NYC Law Department March 2005 - Present
Miami-Dade Public Defender's Office June 2003 - August 2003
Education
University of Miami School of Law 2002 — 2004
J.D.
Florida Agricultural and Mechanical University 1998 — 2001
B.A., English
Miami-Dade Public Defender's Office March 2012 - Present
ACOSTA Law Firm March 2011 - March 2012
Law office of Sharon L. Blake 2003 - 2009
Skills
Microsoft Office, Microsoft Word, Legal Research, PowerPoint, Microsoft Excel, Research, Legal Writing, Public Speaking, Customer Service, English, Social Media, Teamwork, Legal Assistance
Education
City College Miami 2010 — 2012
Associate of Science (AS), Legal Assistant/Paralegal
Florida International University
Miami-Dade Public Defender's Office January 2013 - May 2014
American Constitution Society July 2012 - October 2012
Alamo & O'Toole November 2010 - August 2011
Morgan & Morgan, LLC June 2010 - September 2010
Payas, Payas & Payas, LLP May 2009 - May 2010
Skills
Legal Writing, Litigation, Personal Injury, Spanish, Pleadings, Translation, Public Speaking, Insurance, Westlaw, Legal Research, Portuguese, Legal Assistance, Depositions, Civil Litigation, Lexis
Education
Florida International University - College of Law 2011 — 2014
Doctor of Law (JD), 3L
University of Central Florida 2006 — 2010
Legal Studies, Law, Spanish
The Legal Aid Society October 2007 - Present
Judge James G. Glazebrook September 2005 - August 2007
International Bridges to Justice March 2005 - August 2005
Miami-Dade Public Defender's Office August 2003 - March 2005
Skills
Legal Research, Legal Writing, Litigation, Courts, Civil Litigation, Trials, Westlaw, Criminal Law, Appeals, Commercial Litigation
Education
University of Chicago Law School 2000 — 2003
J.D.
Columbia University in the City of New York 1996 — 2000
B.A., Political Science-Economics
Gibson, Dunn & Crutcher LLP February 2013 - Present
White & Case October 2011 - January 2013
Miami-Dade Public Defender's Office September 2010 - July 2011
White & Case May 2009 - July 2009
U.S. District Court, Middle District of Florida May 2008 - July 2008
Skills
Litigation
Education
Cornell Law School 2007 — 2010
J.D.
University of Miami 2004 — 2007
B.B.A., Economics
New York City Department of Health and Mental Hygiene April 2015 - June 2015
Weill Cornell Medical College September 2014 - June 2015
Lexolution, LLC January 2015 - March 2015
Brooklyn Defender Services January 2014 - July 2014
Criminal Appeals Clinic August 2011 - February 2014
Kaplan PMBR November 2011 - April 2013
Legal Aid Society September 2012 - November 2012
Miami-Dade Public Defender's Office May 2012 - August 2012
Office of the Attorney General of Virginia May 2011 - August 2011
Courtroom Advocates Project November 2010 - November 2010
Skills
Direct Client..., Interviewing Skills, Legal Research, Legal Writing, Spanish, Microsoft Office, PowerPoint, Editing, Organizing, 90 wpm, Translation, Note Taking, Litigation, Criminal Law, Criminal Defense, Trials, Westlaw, Appeals, Courts, Research
Education
Benjamin N. Cardozo School of Law, Yeshiva University 2010 — 2013
Doctor of Law (JD), Concentrating in Criminal Law and Procedure and Litigation (General)
University of Virginia 2006 — 2010
BA, History, Spanish
Miami-Dade Public Defender's Office August 2013 - Present
The Law Offices of Public Defender, Carlos J. Martinez January 2013 - April 2013
The Pena Law Firm June 2011 - April 2013
FIU Investor Advocacy Clinic August 2012 - December 2012
King, Blackwell, Downs, and Zehnder, P.A. August 2009 - August 2010
Office of Senator Nancy C. Detert February 2009 - May 2009
Specialty Tile Products March 2003 - December 2008
Williams-Sonoma October 2004 - August 2005
Skills
Sales, Marketing, Analysis, Outlook, Microsoft Word, Customer Service, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Office, PowerPoint, Social Media, Recruiting, Budget, Contract Negotiation, Account Management, Negotiation, Legal Writing, Strategic Planning, Public Speaking, Program Management
Education
Florida International University - College of Law 2010 — 2013
J.D., Law
Florida State University 2005 — 2009
B.S., Business Management
Hernandez & Suarez, P.L. May 2011 - Present
Live Life Til You Die Clothing Company January 2011 - Present
Fire Line Bail Bonds October 2007 - Present
Miami-Dade Public Defenders Office October 2009 - December 2010
Gladys A February 2010 - March 2010
DTV July 2004 - October 2007
ARTS CONNECTION August 1999 - March 2003
Education
Abraham Baldwin Agricultural College
Associate of Science, Wildlife Technician
Brown Mackie College
Associate of Science, Paralegal
Florida International University
A.S., Criminal Justice/ Paralegal
Miami-Dade Public Defender's Office February 2008 - Present
Education
Florida International University 2004 — 2007
Bachelors, Political Science
Federal Public Defender April 2002 - Present
Miami-Dade Public Defender's Office January 1999 - April 2002
Cadwalader, Wickersham & Taft LLP September 1996 - November 1998
Education
Georgetown University Law Center 1993 — 1996
J.D.
Boston College 1987 — 1991
B.A., Political Science
Miami-Dade Public Defender's Office
Skills
Litigation, Criminal Defense, Jury Trials, Trial Practice, Criminal Law, Courts, Trials, Legal Research, Legal Writing, Westlaw, Motions, Juvenile Law, Hearings, Appeals, White Collar Criminal..., Depositions, Civil Rights, Appellate Practice, Family Law, Legal Issues
Education
St. Thomas University School of Law 2006 — 2009
Juris Doctor, Law
Florida State University 2002 — 2006
Bachelor of Science, Psychology
Miami Dade Public Defender July 2012 - Present
Gonzalez Law Group, P.A. January 2012 - Present
Miami Dade Public Defender's Office January 2011 - Present
Skills
Oral and written..., Legal Research, Legal Writing, Litigation, Trials, Westlaw
Education
Florida International University - College of Law 2009 — 2012
Doctor of Law (J.D.), Criminal Law
Florida International University 2005 — 2009
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Political Science, Magna Cum Laude
Miami-Dade Public Defender's Office August 2014 - Present
Boston College Criminal Justice Clinic: Defenders Program August 2013 - May 2014
Federal Defenders of San Diego May 2013 - August 2013
Federal Public Defender May 2012 - August 2012
Skills
Legal Writing, Legal Research
Education
Boston College Law School 2011 — 2014
Doctor of Law (J.D.)
The University of Texas at Austin 2006 — 2009
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Philosophy and Government
Office of the City Attorney, City of Miami -- Litigation/Appeals Division January 2014 - April 2014
Jauregui & Jauregui P.A. April 2013 - March 2014
St. Thomas University School of Law September 2013 - January 2014
Miami-Dade Public Defender's Office January 2013 - April 2013
Eleventh Judicial Circuit of Florida -- Civil Division May 2012 - August 2012
Skills
Lexis Nexis Certified, Westlaw Certified, Bilingual, Legal Writing, Westlaw, Lexis, Legal Research, Outlook, Spanish, Legal Assistance, Research, Customer Service, Microsoft Office, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word
Education
St. Thomas University School of Law 2011 — 2014
Juris Doctor (J.D.), Cum Laude
Florida International University 2006 — 2009
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Psychology
St. Brendan High School 2002 — 2006
US Navy Reserve March 2014 - Present
Alpha Nu Omega, Inc. April 2012 - Present
Miami-Dade Public Defender's Office February 2012 - Present
AmeriCorps February 2011 - February 2012
Miami Bridge Youth and Family Services February 2010 - February 2011
Florida Atlantic University October 2007 - May 2008
Skills
Microsoft Office, Customer Service, Microsoft Excel, Management, Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Public Speaking, Research, Project Management, Leadership
Education
Miami International University of Art and Design 2014 — 2016
Bachelor of Arts (BA), Advertising
Florida Atlantic University 2004 — 2010
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), English Language and Literature/Letters
Miami-Dade Public Defender's Office Supervisor Juvenile Disposition Services UnitMiami-Dade Public Defender's Office2006 - 2013
Education
Florida International University 1998 — 2001
BSW and MSW, Social Work, 4.0
Rebecca J Otey Attorney at Law LLC March 2015 - Present
US Air Force Reserve February 2012 - Present
United States Air Force January 2008 - January 2012
Miami-Dade Public Defender's Office May 2007 - August 2007
Law Office of Ricardo P Hermida May 2006 - November 2006
Law Office of David Ross May 2005 - May 2006
Miami-Dade Public Defender's Office August 2004 - May 2005
Miami-Dade Public Defender's Office June 2003 - August 2003
Skills
Trials, Litigation, Criminal Defense, Legal Research, Legal Writing, Criminal Law, Military Justice, Employment Law, Legal Assistance, Courts, Legal Advice, Estate Planning, Wills, Trial Practice, Document Review, Felonies, Military Experience, Administrative Law, Mediation, Defense, Government, Military, Hearings
Education
University of Iowa College of Law 2001 — 2004
Doctor of Law (JD), Law
Drake University 1998 — 2001
BSBA, International Business
Lincoln High School 1994 — 1998
High School Diploma
FAST June 2014 - Present
Broward Partnership for the Homeless, Inc. (BPHI) May 2013 - December 2013
Miami-Dade Public Defender's Office August 2012 - May 2013
Community Presbyterian Church June 2009 - August 2012
Skills
Case Managment, Volunteer Management, School Social Work, Medical Social Work, Psychosocial, Case Management, Case Management Services, Forensic Social Work, Foster Care, Program Development, Nonprofits, American Sign Language, Childcare, Clinical Research, Data Entry, Global Policy, Grant Writing, Group Therapy, Juvenile Delinquency, Juveniles, Leadership, Lobbying, Mental Health Counseling, Mentoring, Organization, PACS, Policy, PowerPoint, Public Speaking, Published Author, Red Cross Shelter..., Volunteer Recruiting, Volunteer Training, Writing, Written & Oral..., Youth Ministry, Community Organizing
Education
Barry University 2013 — 2013
Master's degree, Social Work
Barry University 2011 — 2013
Bachelor's degree, Social Work
Celebration High School
Miami-Dade Public Defender's Office April 2012 - Present
Skills
Computers, Investigation, Private Investigations, Criminal Investigations, Criminal Justice, Internal Investigations, Surveillance, Evidence, Background Checks, Defense, Litigation Support, Legal Research, Fraud, Courts, Criminal Law, Trials, Cybercrime, Interrogation
Education
American InterContinental University-South Florida 2000 — 2002
Bachelor of Science (BS), Information Technology
Twersky PLLC June 2014 - Present
Waterfront Commission of New York Harbor September 2013 - January 2014
Cardozo Criminal Defense Clinic August 2012 - May 2013
Miami-Dade Public Defender's Office May 2012 - August 2012
Honorable Jeanette Ruiz, Bronx County Family Court September 2011 - December 2011
Skills
Trials, Courts, Criminal Law, Legal Issues, Legal Research, Depositions, Motions, Criminal Defense, Administrative Law, Legal Writing, Committed to..., Litigation Preparation, Passion for Helping..., Union Labor, Superior Work Ethic, Pro Bono, Empathy
Education
Benjamin N. Cardozo School of Law, Yeshiva University 2010 — 2013
Doctor of Law (JD), Concentration in Criminal Law
Sy Syms School of Business, Yeshiva University 2006 — 2010
Bachelor of Science (BS), Management and Marketing
Miami-Dade Public Defender's Office August 2013 - Present
One Step Lien Search March 2010 - August 2013
Skills
Criminal Law, Microsoft Office, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word, Spanish, Mental Health Counseling, Cultural Awareness, Customer Service, PowerPoint, Communication, Typing, Data Entry, Research
Education
Nova Southeastern University 2013 — 2017
Master's degree, Mental Health Counseling/Counselor, 3.75
Florida International University 2011 — 2013
Bachelor’s Degree, Criminal Justice, 3.0
N/A Law ClerkLaw Offices of Ricardo HermidaAugust 2014 - March 2015
Miami-Dade Public Defender's Office June 2014 - August 2014
Legal Services of Greater Miami, Inc. May 2013 - August 2013
Palm Beach State Attorney's Office May 2012 - July 2012
Skills
Legal Writing, Legal Research, Criminal Law, Criminal Defense, Criminal Procedure
Education
University of Miami School of Law 2012 — 2015
Doctor of Law (J.D.)
Florida International University 2008 — 2012
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Psychology