Corey Mitchell

• Represent the United States government in removal proceedings before immigration judges, frequently involving applicants for asylum or for other forms of relief under immigration laws.
• Provide expert legal counsel in the interpretation of highly complex immigration and customs laws including comprehensive and in-depth knowledge of statutory, regulatory and case authorities;
• Prepare cases for litigation by conducting legal research; prepare pleadings, motions, briefs, stipulations, affidavits, and other legal documents;
• Prepare witnesses for litigation; conduct direct examination and cross­ examination; present oral arguments advancing ICE's legal position; negotiate the disposition of cases with opposing counsel; and advise the Chief Counsel and/or Deputy Chief Counsel on cases potentially warranting deferred action or other exercise of prosecutorial discretion;

• Assisted unit commanders with processing administrative separations under provisions outlined within relevant regulations or policy directives.
• Assisted command personnel with investigations into allegations of misconduct by service members including interviewing witnesses and gathering evidence as required by regulations or policy directives.
• Drafted wills, powers of attorney, trusts and estate planning documents.
• Conducted training sessions on topics such as military criminal justice procedures, rules of evidence, ethical considerations for attorneys practicing in a military setting.

• Conducted or assisted in the conduct of jury trials, preliminary and pretrial hearings, post-trial or appellate proceedings, and related courtroom proceedings: prepares and argue motions; conducts jury selection; makes opening and closing statements; presents evidence in court; and questions witnesses; makes appropriate objections and arguments; makes bond and sentencing recommendations and arguments. Investigates, evaluates, and prepares cases for trial: requests and inspects records and evidence; prepares graphics and exhibits; prepares and serves discovery; makes investigative requests; identifies and interviews witnesses; observes crime scenes; obtains and reviews scientific results and analysis; subpoenas witnesses and prepares them for trial
• Conducted case research and documentation: researches relevant case law and interprets in relation to the facts of the case; prepares briefs and motions and responses to same; writes case summaries; drafts complaints, accusations, indictments, and supporting documents; and prepares trial notebooks.
• Prepared cases and indictments for presentation to Grand Jury: reviews case file and analyze the facts and evidence of the case; reviews criminal histories of defendants; determines appropriate charges; ensures sufficient probable cause; drafts indictments for indictable cases; subpoenas law enforcement officers and witnesses; and presents case to Grand Jurors
• Managed caseload: attends scheduled court appearances, including plea and arraignment, status, case management, final plea, motions, and trial calendar; and schedules trial and hearing dates with judges and case managers
  
• Communicated with defense attorneys, judges, law enforcement, investigators, legal support staff, victims, witnesses, supervisor, media, government officials, other employees, the public, and other individuals as needed to coordinate work activities, review status of work, present or exchange information, provide legal counsel and interpretation, or resolve problems

• Acted as advisor to the Solicitor General in the development and implementation of policies and procedures for the office
  
• Researched case law and writes briefs and keeps abreast of the most recent case law and statutory provisions applicable to cases handled by the Solicitors office
  
• Represented the State of Georgia in misdemeanor prosecution including but not limited to: recommending punishment for various offenses
  
• Supervised an Assistant Solicitor General, legal assistant, investigator and victim service advocate that comprise the trial team for Division A of the State Court of Clayton County

•Prepared records of hearings, investigations, courts-martial and courts of inquiry.

• Provided legal assistance in such matters as voter registration, indebtedness, social security, veterans' benefits, civilian counsel, power of attorney, wills, motor vehicle licensing, taxes, immigration and customs.

• Performed and supervise various legal duties in connection with functions such as hearings, appeals, litigation or advisory services.