Adriane Manigo
Seattle,WA
Summary
Experienced legal professional with strong focus on delivering impactful results. Adept at navigating complex legal systems, advocating for clients, and ensuring fair representation. Known for strong collaboration skills, adaptability, and reliability in high-pressure environments. Expertise includes legal research, courtroom advocacy, and case management.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Federal Defender Fellow
Western District of Washington Federal Defender
08.2024 - Current
- Successfully defended clients by thoroughly researching case details and developing strong legal strategies.
- Improved client outcomes by conducting comprehensive interviews and gathering relevant evidence for their defense.
- Developed rapport with clients, fostering trust and open communication throughout the legal process.
- Collaborated with fellow public defenders to share resources and expertise, enhancing overall effectiveness in representing clients.
- Presented compelling arguments in court, persuading judges and juries to rule favorably on behalf of clients.
Law Clerk II
Office of the Public Defender
08.2023 - 05.2024
- Expedited case resolution by conducting comprehensive legal research on various topics related to ongoing matters.
- Drafted persuasive legal memoranda to support attorney arguments during court proceedings.
- Created and prepared legal drafts by organizing and assembling information for legal documents and forms.
- Supported attorneys in preparing for trials by organizing case materials and drafting legal documents.
Law Clerk
Kiernan Trebach LLP
02.2023 - 05.2023
- Helped associates and partners prepare for mediation, depositions, hearings, and client meetings.
- Participated in client meetings alongside supervising attorneys, gaining valuable exposure to diverse areas of practice within the firm.
- Assisted attorneys with case organization and administrative tasks.
- Enhanced legal research efficiency by utilizing advanced search techniques and legal databases.
Student Attorney
Criminal Justice Clinic, Howard University School of Law
08.2022 - 05.2023
- Represented clients in D.C. Superior Court on a variety of misdemeanor charges.
- Participated in moot court competitions, refining oral advocacy skills and enhancing courtroom presence.
- Drafted persuasive legal memoranda, resulting in favorable outcomes during motion hearings.
- Built rapport with clients from diverse backgrounds through empathetic communication skills and cultural sensitivity.
- Assisted in successful trial preparation and execution for multiple cases, ultimately achieving favorable results for clients.
Summer Associate
Law Offices of James E. Farmer, LLC
05.2022 - 08.2022
- Drafted motions and legal memorandums in support of motions in a variety of criminal matters such as motions to dismiss and suppress evidence.
- Assisted in trial preparation and settlement negotiations for approximately three civil matters.
- Collaborated with supervising attorneys during trial regarding jury selection, opening and closing statements, and direct and cross examinations.
Student Attorney
Reentry Clinic, Howard University School of Law
08.2021 - 12.2021
- Attended board hearings and advocated for changes to better clemency accessibility in the District of Columbia.
- Represented clients who wished to seal or expunge their criminal records.
- Participated in awareness raising concerning occupational licensing in the District of Columbia.
Intern
Stewart Miller Simmons Trial Attorneys
06.2021 - 07.2021
- Drafted complaints, demands, letters of representation, and summarizing deposition transcripts for a variety of traffic related matters.
- Conducted legal research for relevant case law and statutes.
- Developed mediation strategy and prepared materials to execute such strategies.
Education
J.D. -
Howard University School of Law
Washington, D.C. 05.2023
Bachelor of Arts - African American Studies, minor in History, Psychology, and Criminal Justice
Virginia Commonwealth University
Richmond, VA05.2020
Skills
- Strategic thinking
- Legal research and writing
- Courtroom presence
- Case analysis
- Client advocacy
- Patience and perseverance
Timeline
Federal Defender Fellow
Western District of Washington Federal Defender
08.2024 - Current
Law Clerk II
Office of the Public Defender
08.2023 - 05.2024
Law Clerk
Kiernan Trebach LLP
02.2023 - 05.2023
Student Attorney
Criminal Justice Clinic, Howard University School of Law
08.2022 - 05.2023
Summer Associate
Law Offices of James E. Farmer, LLC
05.2022 - 08.2022
Student Attorney
Reentry Clinic, Howard University School of Law
08.2021 - 12.2021
Intern
Stewart Miller Simmons Trial Attorneys
06.2021 - 07.2021
J.D. -
Howard University School of Law
Bachelor of Arts - African American Studies, minor in History, Psychology, and Criminal Justice
Virginia Commonwealth University
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