Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Certification
Creative Community Engagement
Mental Health
Work Availability
Timeline
ERIC K. PARRISH

ERIC K. PARRISH

Des Moines,IA
You don't know who you are until you're forced to fight for it. How do you decide what to fight for? Sometimes it's not your choice. You live your way into it because of the sum of all your choices brings you to that point.
Maria Ressa, How To Stand up to a Dictator, 2022

Summary

Dynamic trial lawyer with extensive expertise across diverse legal domains and a proven track record in effective case management. Skilled in providing strategic legal counsel and negotiating optimal outcomes for clients while consistently demonstrating a commitment to excellence. Recognized for fostering strong collaboration within teams and adapting seamlessly to evolving legal challenges, ensuring robust representation in high-stakes environments. Passionate about leveraging legal knowledge to advocate for clients' best interests while navigating complex legal landscapes.

Overview

22
22
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Night Shift Worker

Amazon
01.2019 - Current
  • Worked night shifts at Amazon.

Substitute Teacher

01.2019 - Current
  • Served as a substitute teacher.

Youth Sports Coach

01.2019 - Current
  • Coached youth sports.

Childcare Center Entrepreneur

01.2019 - Current
  • Attempted-twice-to launch a childcare center motivated by a desire to support working families.

Trial Lawyer

Des Moines Law Firm
01.2004 - 01.2019
  • Practiced law at a 14-person Des Moines, Iowa law firm, representing clients in trial courts across Iowa.
  • Successfully represented clients at every stage of the criminal justice system, including trial, verdict, and sentencing.
  • Case Highlight (Murder): Successfully defended a woman charged with 1st Degree Murder in Wapello County, Iowa, resulting in a jury acquittal of all charges following a three-week trial.
  • Case Highlight (Kidnapping): Defended a man charged with 1st Degree Kidnapping in Humboldt County, Iowa, resulting in a jury acquittal of all kidnapping charges (client found guilty of assault) following a two-week trial.
  • Participated in the investigation and preparation of defense cases to determine facts and appropriate courses of action.
  • Prepared drafts of pleadings, motions, supporting affidavits, letters, and briefs.
  • Negotiated plea bargains, dismissals, and other dispositions of assigned cases.

Education

Juris Doctorate (J.D.) -

University of Iowa College of Law, Iowa City, Iowa

Bachelor of Arts - English

Brown University, Providence, Rhode Island
  • Honors in Creative Writing.
  • Recipient of the Margaret B. Stillwell Prize, sponsored by The John Russell Bartlett Society.

Skills

  • Legal Advocacy & Strategy
  • Public Speaking
  • Complex Problem Solving
  • Persuasion & Persuasive Writing
  • Negotiation
  • Critical Thinking
  • Investigation & Preparation of Defense
  • Written Expression and Comprehension
  • Direct & Cross Examination
  • Customer Service
  • Deductive and Inductive Reasoning
  • Accountability and Ethical Compliance

Certification

On September 11, 25, the Iowa Supreme Court reinstated my law license following a suspension imposed in 2019., Completed required continuing education., Obtained the required recommendations for reinstatement and implemented systems to ensure ethical compliance in future practice.

Creative Community Engagement

Experienced writer, content creator, and public speaker., Published an original series of political cartoons on Instagram., Regularly performed stand-up comedy at local Des Moines, Iowa, venues before COVID., Currently working on a Children's book based on Iowa's civil rights history., Spending time with family and friends, including my 14-year-old dog, Johnny Cash., Traveling (including Europe, Morocco, Egypt, and eight weeks in South Africa)., Other interests include Bowling, Rowing, Cooking, songwriting, reworking denim, and painting.

Mental Health

Diagnosed in 2011 with Adult ADHD, Later diagnosed with bipolar disorder., Engaged in sustained, continuous treatment (medication, counseling, and education) to manage these conditions, which contributed to past disorganization and impulsiveness.

Work Availability

monday
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Timeline

Night Shift Worker - Amazon
01.2019 - Current
Substitute Teacher -
01.2019 - Current
Youth Sports Coach -
01.2019 - Current
Childcare Center Entrepreneur -
01.2019 - Current
Trial Lawyer - Des Moines Law Firm
01.2004 - 01.2019
Brown University - Bachelor of Arts, English
University of Iowa College of Law - Juris Doctorate (J.D.),