David Heaslett
Surprise,AZ
Summary
Dedicated legal professional offering expertise in civil/ criminal law. Proven success in building trusting rapport with clients and offering sound legal advice in clear and universal terms. Hardworking and dedicated to client advocacy. Accomplished Attorney offering 49-year record of supporting clients in legal matters. Communicates clearly and effectively with clients, opposing counsel, jurors and judges. Adept at developing lasting professional relationships. Attorney adept at developing positive rapport with clients. Presents evidence clearly and practices sound and thorough case analysis techniques. Effective law professional with proven track record of successfully representing clients in court, developing legal strategies and drafting and negotiating contracts. Well-versed in principles of family law, civil litigation and criminal law. Works independently and collaboratively as part of team. Persuasive expert analyzes complex legal issues, formulates legal arguments and provides sound advice on wide range of topics. Adept at navigating legal systems, leveraging resources and communicating with clients. Thorough understanding of precedents and regulations.
Overview
48
48
years of professional experience
Work History
Attorney- Retired
Self
05.1975 - 10.2023
- Conducted legal research and conferred with colleagues with subject matter expertise to develop strategies and arguments in preparation for presentation of cases.
- Advocated for clients before court in oral argument by presenting facts and evidence in most favorable light.
- Developed strategies to resolve cases in client's best interest.
- Filed timely case pleadings to meet firm deadlines.
- Represented clients in civil litigation, criminal proceedings and appeals in state and federal courts.
- Assisted clients in formation, governance and dissolution of businesses.
- Provided legal counsel to clients on diverse business, financial and civil matters.
- Negotiated settlements of disputes and litigation.
- Represented clients in court hearings and in negotiations with other parties.
- Presented key evidence and exhibits during civil trials.
- Explained available courses of action and possible repercussions of cases to clients.
- Drafted motions, petitions and waivers.
- Interviewed and selected jurors to verify competency and lack of biases, presenting challenges for cause to dismiss unfit candidates.
- Wrote Chapter 7 and 13 bankruptcy petitions.
- Counseled clients on potential outcomes of legal matters.
- Prepared and filed pleadings, motions and other legal documents in court proceedings.
Mediator
Plumas Co. Superior Cout
Quincy and Portola , CA
2005 - 2016
Public Defender
Plumas Co Superior Court
Quincy, CA
11.1995 - 01.2010
Education
J.D. - Law
University of San Diego
San Diego, CA06.1974
Bachelor of Arts - Physiology
University of California, Berkeley
Berkeley, CA01.1966
Food Tech
Oregon State University
Corvallis, ORHigh School Diploma -
La Jolla High School
La Jolla, CA06.1961
Skills
- Dispute Arbitration
- Civil Law
- Case Analysis
- Court Preparation
- Court Procedures
- Criminal Defense
- Document Filing
- Oral Debate
- Estate Planning
- Criminal Investigations
Timeline
Mediator
Plumas Co. Superior Cout
2005 - 2016
Public Defender
Plumas Co Superior Court
11.1995 - 01.2010
Attorney- Retired
Self
05.1975 - 10.2023
J.D. - Law
University of San Diego
Bachelor of Arts - Physiology
University of California, Berkeley
Food Tech
Oregon State University
High School Diploma -
La Jolla High School