Allison Mohon
Hopkinsville,KY
"You miss 100 percent of the shots you never take."
Wayne Gretzky
Summary
Motivated professional with JD and substantial experience in legal research and writing. Skilled in case analysis and legal advisement. Background includes clerking for Judges in Christian Circuit Court.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Attorney/Owner
Mohon Law - Solo Law Practice
Hopkinsville , United States
2012.09 - 2022.02
- Researched, wrote, and won criminal appeal filed in Kentucky Supreme Court; resulted in 20 year sentence being vacated and remanded due to lack of unanimity in jury verdict.
- Conducted legal research for attorneys across state of Kentucky in wide variety of civil and criminal matters; researched and ghost-wrote appellate briefs, reply briefs, and motions for discretionary review.
- Interviewed witnesses and gathered public record research relevant to each case.
- Assessed cases for probable outcomes by researching black letter law and other legal authority, comparing fact patterns to those of precedential cases.
- Tracked and researched developing precedent and legislation in all areas of law to maintain expertise and best advise and advocate for clients.
Staff Attorney
Kentucky Court Of Justice
Hopkinsville , KY
2009.08 - 2011.03
- Acted as Staff Attorney/Law Clerk for two Circuit Court Judges in Christian Circuit Court, managed 10-15 legal research and writing projects at any given time.
- Used Westlaw to research complex civil and criminal legal issues
- Reviewed complaints, petitions, motions and pleadings to aid in determining admissibility.
- Discussed, advised, and debated potential outcomes of civil and criminal cases with judge.
- Prepared opinions and briefs on Judges' behalf to minimize workload and gain drafting experience.
- Attended trials, oral motions, and rule days to hear arguments and document necessary case information for judges' review.
Education
J.D. - Law
05.2009
Bachelor of Arts - Criminal Justice
05.2004
Skills
- Experienced in analyzing case law, interpreting statutes, and applying administrative regulations
- Works well in diverse team that values flexibility and excellence
- Familiar with variety of practice management software.
- Skilled brief and opinion writer
- Familiar with Westlaw and Lexis
- Skilled in use of free and paid electronic research platforms
- Highly skilled in all aspects of legal research and writing
- Analytical and Critical Thinker, Problem Solve
- Customer Service
- Excellent Communication
- Written Communication
- Cultural Awareness
- Teambuilding
- Critical Thinking
- Interpersonal Communication
- Problem-Solving
- UX Design Software Proficiency
- PPE Compliance
- Good Telephone Etiquette
- MS Office
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Google Workspace
- Attention to Detail
- Active Listening
- G-Suite
Accomplishments
Served as Christian County Bar Association President 2014-2015; member of the Christian County Law Library Committee, managed Westlaw and LexisNexis accounts for computers in law library, among other decisions. I can explain many other accomplishments with more space and more time!
Work Availability
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Timeline
Attorney/Owner - Mohon Law - Solo Law Practice
2012.09 - 2022.02
Staff Attorney - Kentucky Court Of Justice
2009.08 - 2011.03
Southern Illinois University Carbondale - J.D., Law
Murray State University - Bachelor of Arts, Criminal Justice
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