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AYODELE JESSICA FAMODU

AYODELE JESSICA FAMODU

Lakeville,MN

Summary

Legal professional equipped with strong analytical skills, in-depth legal knowledge, and commitment to upholding justice. Proven ability to work collaboratively, adapt to evolving requirements, and drive successful outcomes. Skilled in legal research, case management, equitable advocacy, ensuring reliable outcomes and impactful results. Known for integrity, effective communication, and results-driven approach.

Overview

22
22
years of professional experience

Work History

Bureau Chief

Minneapolis Police Department
04.2025 - Current
  • Internal Affairs, Force Investigations, Candidate Investigations Division
  • Set the overall vision, mission, and the strategic re-organization of the Bureau through operational oversight of each division, ensuring they are running efficiently and effectively. Identify and assess various risks that could impact the divisions and communicate them to the Chief and other Executive staff to mitigate and reduce exposure and liability. Drive change and innovation that creates a more transparent and trustworthy Bureau for both the internal and external stakeholders and community partners.
  • Collaborated with local agencies to integrate resources and optimize emergency response protocols.
  • Led training sessions for staff on best practices in community policing and conflict resolution techniques.
  • Developed comprehensive reports on departmental performance metrics to guide leadership discussions.
  • Oversaw the seamless transition of bureau staff during a major office relocation, ensuring minimal disruption to daily operations.
  • Coordinated coverage of breaking news events to ensure timely reporting and accurate information dissemination.
  • Led team of 36 professionals focused on misconduct, force, and background investigation operations.
  • Trained, motivated and disciplined employees to achieve optimal performance.
  • Fostered a culture of excellence within the bureau through ongoing training programs and performance evaluations.

Assistant Attorney General (S3)

Attorney General’s Office
06.2024 - 04.2025
  • Designee, Cannabis Expungement Board
  • Serve as one of five Board Members and the appointed Attorney General Designee to the new state agency created to review eligible felony and certain misdemeanor level cannabis-related conviction and stay of adjudication records and determine eligibility for expungement or resentencing.
  • Assisted in drafting legislation aimed at addressing pressing social issues within the state's jurisdiction.
  • Advised clients on various legal matters with sensitivity to their unique circumstances and potential consequences.
  • Achieved successful case outcomes by conducting thorough research and developing strong legal arguments.
  • Participated in numerous internal office task forces and groups designed to facilitate team-building, unity, or community partnerships and stakeholder collaboration.

Employment, Tort

PUC, Division
11.2023 - 06.2024
  • Defended state agencies and state employees in tort cases, such as negligence, wrongful death, defamation, excessive force, interference with business relationships, infliction of emotional distress, and federal civil rights claims.
  • Represented the State and state agencies in employment related matters, including discrimination, harassment and other personnel claims brought in state and federal court.
  • Advised state agencies on legal issues involving affirmative action, sexual harassment and discrimination investigations, public release of personnel data, unfair labor practice claims, and more.
  • Engaged with external stakeholders to facilitate communication regarding ongoing cases and legal matters.
  • Managed a diverse caseload of approximately 20 matters (Federal, State, and Administrative courts) while adhering to strict deadlines, effectively prioritizing tasks based on urgency and importance.

Consent Decree Legal Counsel

MN Dept. of Human Rights
07.2023 - 11.2023
  • Enforcement of the court-approved Settlement Agreement between the State of Minnesota, City of Minneapolis, and Minneapolis Police Department.
  • Worked with all stakeholders, experts, and community to reform policing practices in the City of Minneapolis and restore or rebuild relationships and trust with the community.
  • Reviewed training programs, policies, and data systems to provide advice and counsel on the same.
  • Tracked cases of potential non-compliance and prepare legal documents for litigation. Managed internal staff related to monitoring compliance with the agreement.

Assistant Ramsey County Attorney

Ramsey County Attorney's Office
10.2020 - 07.2023
  • Attorney IV to the Youth Justice and Wellness Division
  • Reviewed law enforcement reports and evidence to draft charging documents, negotiate, and proceed to trial or other disposition in juvenile delinquency matters.
  • Worked with community partners, advocates, and opposing counsel in equitable resolution of cases.
  • Participated in the reorganization of the division as a Collaborative Review Team responding to the crisis facing our communities and those impacted by the legal system.
  • Assigned individual attorney calendars and cases, in coordination with court administration, the bench and other personnel to provide justice and within the juvenile delinquency system.
  • Worked flexible hours across night, weekend, and holiday shifts.
  • Strengthened communication skills through regular interactions with others.
  • Demonstrated strong organizational and time management skills while managing multiple projects and personnel.

Judge Advocate

U.S. Army Reserves/National Guard, JAG Corps
05.2011 - 05.2023
  • Obtained and maintained competency to serve both at home and abroad on all core areas of military practice to include military justice, administrative law, contracts and fiscal law, operational law (foreign and domestic), legal assistance, and claims.
  • Served in numerous leadership roles to include ultimately a Brigade Judge Advocate at a command large central command, an appointed Military Magistrate for US Army Central Command in a deployed setting making probable and legal cause findings, and as the Special Victims Counsel and Manager for a Regional Support Command, amongst many other roles over my career.
  • Received numerous accolades and awards and special assignments throughout service until retirement.

Adult Felony Trial Prosecutor

Ramsey County Attorney's Office
03.2017 - 10.2020
  • Served as the adult felony criminal division prosecutor on behalf of the Ramsey County Attorney and the community.
  • Prepared matters, not limited to domestic assault, criminal sexual conduct, and sex trafficking from the investigation to the charge through to trial and sentencing for resolution that promotes justice.
  • Interviewed witnesses, collaborate with colleagues and staff, and negotiated with other County and City attorneys, as well as defense attorneys and Judges for case resolution.
  • Collaborated with law enforcement agencies to gather evidence and build strong cases.
  • Conducted legal research to support prosecution of human trafficking cases.
  • Assisted in developing training materials for law enforcement on human trafficking indicators.
  • Mentored junior attorneys on trial preparation and courtroom procedures.
  • Secured guilty verdicts through persuasive closing arguments, detailed evidence analysis, and strategic witness questioning.
  • Engaged with community organizations to raise awareness about human trafficking issues.
  • Prepared and presented case briefs in court, advocating for victims' rights.
  • Protected community safety by advocating for appropriate sentencing measures in criminal cases.
  • Maintained high ethical standards in all aspects of work while representing the interests of justice fairly and impartially.
  • Collaborated with law enforcement agencies for successful investigations, resulting in a higher conviction rate.
  • Demonstrated strong leadership by guiding and mentoring junior staff members, contributing to the overall success of the office.
  • Improved case success rate by meticulously preparing legal arguments and evidence presentations.
  • Educated public on crime prevention strategies through regular community outreach initiatives and speaking engagements.
  • Demonstrated exceptional negotiation skills when engaging with opposing counsel to reach favorable plea agreements on behalf of the state.

Assistant Public Defender

Hennepin County
11.2011 - 03.2017
  • Prepared cases for defense of indigent persons charged with criminal offenses in Hennepin County, adult felony and misdemeanor teams.
  • Carried caseloads of up to 200 matters.
  • Prepared bail arguments, memoranda, pleadings, briefs and other legal documents for hearings, trial and other dispositions and proceedings.
  • Interviewed clients and witnesses, collaborate with colleagues and staff, and negotiate with County and City attorneys, as well as Judges for case resolution.

Associate

Barker & Castro, LLC
01.2008 - 01.2010
  • Held initial responsibility through all phases of preparation including interviewing clients and investigating potential defendants, motions before various courts, conducting depositions, negotiation of settlements, and representation of clients up to/through trial on caseloads of up to 30 matters.
  • Represented clients at mediations, arbitration and motion hearings, and pre-trial conferences.
  • Received direct client assignments on medical negligence cases involving claims of my expertise.
  • Case values exceeded millions of dollars or more in settlement values.

Assistant Corporation Counsel

City of Chicago Department of Law
01.2004 - 01.2008
  • Torts Division
  • Successfully argued and defended 22 high-value/exposure lawsuits through trial to verdicts in favor of the City of Chicago and its employees. Simultaneously managed the litigation of an additional 50 to 100 cases moving through litigation in both the district and federal courts.
  • Won countless dismissals after oral argument on motions to dismiss, summary judgment, arbitration, and directed verdicts.
  • Municipal Prosecution Division
  • Daily prosecution of 100s of administrative cases with diverse legal claims on behalf of all City of Chicago Departments; not limited to Police and Traffic, Transportation, Wage Garnishment, and Animal Care and Control.
  • Set a prosecution precedent for final, non-appealable results, with substantial reduction in the percentage of administrative appeals. Developed and directed new case management initiatives, such as new electronic filing systems and electronic evidentiary databases, to reduce and preserve department funds and personnel efficiency.
  • Led training sessions on municipal law updates for department personnel.

Education

Senior Management Institute for Police -

Boston University
Boston, MA
07.2025

Command General Staff College - Masters Equivalency Credits

07.2019

Juris Doctorate -

William Mitchell College of Law
Saint Paul, MN
01.2003

B.A. - Political Science, English Writing

University of Pittsburgh
Pitsburgh, PA
01.2000

Skills

  • Executive-level leadership experience
  • Board experience
  • 24 years of litigation and legal experience
  • Collaborative committee member for justice re-imagination, innovation and reform
  • Juvenile justice prosecution and restoration experience with leadership roles
  • Adult criminal prosecution experience (defense, prosecution, and appellate practice)
  • Civil litigation experience (defense and prosecution) with settlement conferencing
  • Military legal practice (fiscal law, Military Magistrate and trial counsel, administrative law including family and estate planning)
  • Municipal law practice (licensing, DWI/implied consent, weapons registration, etc)
  • High degree of research, writing, and oral presentation competencies
  • Commitment to volunteer service and community engagement

Affiliations

Member of the Minnesota Federal Bar

Member of the Minnesota State Bar

Member Dakota County Bar Association

Former Member Warren E. Burger Inn of Court

Former Member Minnesota Association of Prosecutors

Former Recruitment, Employment, Development Committee (AGO)

Former Co-Chair Caregivers ERG, Co-Chair BIPOC ERG, and Veteran’s ERG (AGO)

Timeline

Bureau Chief

Minneapolis Police Department
04.2025 - Current

Assistant Attorney General (S3)

Attorney General’s Office
06.2024 - 04.2025

Employment, Tort

PUC, Division
11.2023 - 06.2024

Consent Decree Legal Counsel

MN Dept. of Human Rights
07.2023 - 11.2023

Assistant Ramsey County Attorney

Ramsey County Attorney's Office
10.2020 - 07.2023

Adult Felony Trial Prosecutor

Ramsey County Attorney's Office
03.2017 - 10.2020

Assistant Public Defender

Hennepin County
11.2011 - 03.2017

Judge Advocate

U.S. Army Reserves/National Guard, JAG Corps
05.2011 - 05.2023

Associate

Barker & Castro, LLC
01.2008 - 01.2010

Assistant Corporation Counsel

City of Chicago Department of Law
01.2004 - 01.2008

Senior Management Institute for Police -

Boston University

Command General Staff College - Masters Equivalency Credits

Juris Doctorate -

William Mitchell College of Law

B.A. - Political Science, English Writing

University of Pittsburgh

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