28 year career prosecutor who has handled all aspects of criminal prosecution with considerable supervisor experience in both managing a team of lawyers and support staff to leading Marines in combat on two continents.
Supervised the attorney(s) assigned to CID in all aspects of evaluating and prosecuting criminal prosecutions.
Maintained an equal case load with the other special prosecutors assigned to the division. Responsible for all aspects of prosecuting insurance fraud cases from evaluating the case for filing through sentencing.
Advised and supervised investigators in the legal aspects of developing a case file. Was the final arbiter for closing or going forward with prosecution.
Interacted with prosecuting attorneys throughout the state as the representative for CID.
Marine Officer
United States Marine Corps Reserve
Worldwide
12.1988 - 01.2019
Marine officer who commanded at all levels from platoon through battalion command.
Numerous deployments world wide to include four combat deployments to Kuwait, Iraq and Afghanistan as a supervisor and commander.
Handled all aspects of command from training and discipline to budget and personnel hiring.
Supervised subordinate staff in carrying out daily duties and activities.
Participated in regular meetings with upper management regarding progress updates on current initiatives.
Chief Deputy Prosecutor
Lonoke County Prosecuting Attorney
Lonoke, AR
10.2002 - 05.2004
Second in charge supervising a staff of 4 attorneys and 6 support staff handling a case load in excess of 600 felonies annually.
Lead prosecutor for most serious felonies, to include aggravated robbery, meth labs and up to capital murder.
Liaison with local law enforcement at levels.
Advised the elected prosecutor in all aspects of office management, file decisions and trial strategy.
Staff Attorney
Arkansas Insurance Department
Little Rock, AR
11.2001 - 10.2002
Analyzed criminal investigations of insurance fraud to determine what and if charges are warranted. Drafted all the necessary paperwork to generate a warrant.
Handled all aspects of prosecuting criminal cases from file decision to sentencing in districts where appointed.
Deputy Prosecuting Attorney
Pulaski County Prosecutors Office
Little Rock, AR
03.1997 - 11.2001
handled all aspects of prosecuting criminal violations of the Arkansas criminal code.
Made filing decisions to determine charging defendants with various offenses under Arkansas law.
Developed prosecution strategies based on an analysis of the facts of each case.
Conducted negotiations with defense counsel on behalf of the state regarding plea agreements.
Prepared motions, briefs, pleadings, memoranda of law, and other legal documents.
Analyzed cases for possible dismissal due to lack of sufficient evidence or other procedural errors.
Assisted prosecutors in preparing witnesses for trial testimony by providing guidance on courtroom etiquette and effective presentation methods.
Presented oral arguments in court proceedings before judges and juries.
Education
J.D. - Criminal Law
University of Arkansas At Little Rock School of La
Little Rock, AR
05-1996
Bachelor of Arts - History And Political Science
Arkansas Tech University
Russellville, AR
05-1988
Skills
Legal Analysis
Office Management
Legal expertise
Oral argument
Court Procedures
Criminal Investigations
Case File Management
Criminal Law
Accomplishments
Miliary awards include: 2 Bronze Stars, 2 Meritorious Service Medals, 2 Navy Commendation Medals, 1 Navy Achievement Medal and 3 Combat Action Ribbons.
Program Administrator at Office of Legislative & Intergovernmental Affairs State of Arkansas (Department of Human Services)Program Administrator at Office of Legislative & Intergovernmental Affairs State of Arkansas (Department of Human Services)