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Dustin Graf

Minneapolis,Minnesota

Summary

Results-driven that is determined to complete whatever task is given to the best of my ability. Sufficient in examining documents, pointing out specifics within the document that is related to the current task. Always making sure the customer is comfortable and satisfied with their service. Listens to instructions carefully and completes what needs to be done, while keeping a creative mind and making the work my "own". Reliable, and also adaptive to different situations that may arise. I enjoy the challenge that law schools gives me, and look forward to what challenges my professional career will bring me.

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience

Work History

Investigator

Wisconsin State Public Defender's Office
06.2022 - 08.2023

Overall, my job consisted of receiving investigations requests from the attorney's, and complete those requests in a timely manner. The information I gathered was used to create the best defense possible for their client. Below are some of the tasks I was asked to complete.

  • Interviewed clients and witnesses
  • Review body cam footage
  • Research legal documents at the attorneys request
  • Sat with and assisted attorneys during trial
  • Serve subpoenas
  • Use software systems CLEAR and CCAP
  • Prepare voir dire lists

Internship

Eau Claire County Courthouse - Circuit Court Branch 1
02.2022 - 06.2022
  • Examined court room procedures to gain more knowledge on the procedural rules of the judicial system
  • Provided research assistance to the Judge on different cases that are currently within the system
  • Used professors, Westlaw, and different academic resources to assist myself when researching different aspects regarding the cases
  • Provided written reports to the judge on my opinion of the law regarding the different pending cases

Gate Attendant

Advanced Private Investigations
05.2020 - 05.2022
  • Provided high level of customer service to each person by engaging customer and using active listening and effective interpersonal skills
  • Greeted guests professionally and courteously to cultivate a welcoming atmosphere while making safety a top priority
  • Prepared customer invoices, accepted payments and processed refund and cancellation requests
  • Monitored gate areas and addressed security situations with management
  • Communicated with site personnel by relaying information via radio calls

City Worker

City Of Green Bay
05.2019 - 09.2019
  • Cleaned and graded ditches, drainage structures, highway shoulders and slopes
  • Safely controlled traffic in high-volume areas during roadwork projects and repairs
  • Entered job information into work management system
  • Completed minor repairs, preventive maintenance, refueling and pre-trip inspections on vehicles and equipment

Wedding Server/Bartender

Tundra Lodge
04.2016 - 05.2018
  • Prepared and maintained drink stations throughout catering events
  • Presented food and beverages on buffet tables and drink stations in line with formality and specifications of each event
  • Fostered enjoyable event atmosphere through friendly guest interactions
  • Returned reusable goods and serving equipment for inventory and restock
  • Cleared dishes and glassware quickly following each course

Education

Juris Doctorate -

Mitchell Hamline School of Law
Saint Paul, MN
01.2026

Bachelor of Arts - Criminal Justice

University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire
Eau Claire, WI
05.2022

Associate of Arts - Business Administration

University of Wisconsin - Eau Claire
Eau Claire, WI
05.2022

High School Diploma -

Pulaski High School
Pulaski, WI
05.2018

Skills

  • Documentation and reporting
  • Proficient in Lexis and Westlaw
  • Judgment and decision making
  • Creative thinking
  • Self-determination
  • Clear understanding of the judicial process
  • Former college quarterback

Affiliations

University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire Football alumnus.

Timeline

Investigator

Wisconsin State Public Defender's Office
06.2022 - 08.2023

Internship

Eau Claire County Courthouse - Circuit Court Branch 1
02.2022 - 06.2022

Gate Attendant

Advanced Private Investigations
05.2020 - 05.2022

City Worker

City Of Green Bay
05.2019 - 09.2019

Wedding Server/Bartender

Tundra Lodge
04.2016 - 05.2018

Juris Doctorate -

Mitchell Hamline School of Law

Bachelor of Arts - Criminal Justice

University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire

Associate of Arts - Business Administration

University of Wisconsin - Eau Claire

High School Diploma -

Pulaski High School
Dustin Graf