Giana Lucia Galle
Chicago,IL
Summary
Dedicated legal professional offering expertise in criminal law. Proven success in building trusting rapport with state and federal agencies. Proven ability to take initiative and obtain top performance. Provides sound legal advice in clear and universal terms. Hardworking and dedicated to public service.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Law Clerk
DuPage County State's Attorney's Office
08.2024 - Current
- Second chair the courtroom ASAs during motion hearings and trials
- Practice under Illinois Supreme Court Rule 7-11
- Analyze and apply legal principles and performed legal research to support litigation strategy
- Develop strategies for court proceedings
- Research, write and file motions and briefs for each case
- Demonstrate exceptional attention to detail when reviewing legal documents for accuracy and compliance with applicable laws
- Expedite case resolution by conducting comprehensive legal research on various topics related to ongoing matters
- Assist in successful litigation outcomes through meticulous fact-checking and evidence analysis
Social Media Response Team Member
Federal Bureau of Investigation
01.2024 - Current
- Assist agents in the Chicago Field Office using open source research during complex responses
- Coordinate with external agencies as necessary, ensuring seamless integration of resources during complex responses
- Reduce response times for emergency incidents through consistent training and adherence to established procedures
- Ensure accurate documentation of response following established guidelines for future reference, analysis, or litigation purposes
- Collaborate effectively with specialty teams ensuring comprehensive care during crisis situations
- Uphold a high standard of professionalism during all interactions with the public and fellow team members, consistently demonstrating commitment to excellence in emergency response
- Participate in ongoing professional development, staying current on in best practices and emerging trends in emergency response
- Maintain vital operational readiness
- Develop strong relationships with local partners, fostering a supportive network for rapid response efforts
- Improve overall team performance with regular evaluation of individual skills and group dynamics
- Enhanced team efficiency by streamlining communication and implementing organized response protocols
- Maintained levelheadedness and efficiency in high-pressure situations by effectively prioritizing tasks
Chief Division Counsel Paralegal Specialist
Federal Bureau of Investigation
05.2021 - Current
- Develop strong relationships between FBI and local partners, including Cook County State's Attorney's Office and United States Attorney's Office
- Serve as a reliable liaison between the FBI and local partners
- Negotiate settlements of disputes and Federal Tort Claim Act litigation cases
- Determine liability in FTCA litigation
- Analyze legal documents and identify pertinent issues in FTCA litigation
- Draft persuasive legal documents, such as brief and memorandums with regards to matters involving SWAT, violent crimes, First Amendment, and Fourth Amendment Issues
- Conduct extensive legal research and conferred with the attorneys with subject matter expertise to minimize risk exposure in FBI investigations
- Research and interpret laws, rulings, legal articles, and regulations to advise the attorneys
- Participate in continuing education courses and training to stay current on relevant laws and regulations
- Draft accurate legal documents such as orders, motions and briefings
- Reduce errors in document production through meticulous proofreading of legal drafts before submission
- Revise and final letters for Freedom of Information/Privacy Act and Giglio requests
Senior Law Clerk
Chicago- Kent Criminal Defense Clinic
01.2024 - 07.2024
- Assisted attorneys with trial preparation, including the development of exhibit lists and witness outlines
- Argued under Illinois Supreme Court Rule 7-11
- Managed high-volume discovery processes, ensuring timely responses to requests and maintaining accurate records
- Conducted extensive due diligence investigations; uncovered critical information that significantly impacted case strategy decisions
- Drafted persuasive motions that contributed to successful outcomes in various cases
- Created and prepared legal drafts by organizing and assembling information for legal documents and forms
- Met with clients on legal team's behalf to gather case information and discuss upcoming litigation
- Investigated facts and laws to determine strategies for case preparation
- Supported lawyers in reviewing and processing subpoenas and court documents
- Continually updated knowledge of legal developments through ongoing professional development efforts; applied new insights to current cases for optimal results
Critical Incident Operational Specialist
Federal Bureau of Investigation
07.2022 - 01.2024
- Led cross-functional team during complex crisis incidents ensuring clear communication lines were maintained throughout all stages
- Streamlined operational processes by identifying inefficiencies and implementing targeted improvements
- Trained members on procedures and best practices to ensure consistent performance across the team
- Enhanced communication within the team through regular trainings and progress updates, fostering a collaborative work environment
- Analyzed performance metrics regularly to identify areas requiring improvement or adjustment in strategy
- Facilitated knowledge sharing among team members by organizing workshops, presentations, and training sessions on relevant topics on crisis response
- Created detailed trainings outlining timelines, missions, resources, and tasks for successful execution
- Evaluated of members during trainings and provided coaching to address inefficiencies
- Developed strong relationships with specialty teams to ensure seamless coordination when responding to a crisis incident
Acting Chief Division Counsel Paralegal Specialist
Federal Bureau of Investigation
11.2020 - 03.2021
- Investigated FTCA claims and prepared processing documentation
- Assisted in preparation of settlement proposals with regards to FTCA claims
- Enhanced FTCA claims efficiency by managing and organizing legal documents, supporting documents, and case files
- Reduced errors in document production through meticulous proofreading of legal drafts before submission
- Streamlined communication with agents and the legal unit by drafting correspondence
- Conducted thorough legal research to support attorneys in developing strong strategies
- Maintained law and administrative library, as well as department files and records
- Communicated pertinent information to claimants via phone, email, and mail
- Researched and analyzed legal issues and cases to provide accurate recommendations to the Office of General Counsel
- Researched statutes, decisions, legal articles, and codes
- Reviewed, edited and proofread letters for proper grammar, spelling and punctuation.
- Timely completed Freedom of Information/ Privacy Act and Gigio requests
Financial Management Analyst
Federal Bureau of Investigation
01.2020 - 03.2021
- Handled payments and disbursements for agents
- Enhanced financial reporting accuracy by streamlining data collection and analysis processes
- Adjusted financial management system to be accurate and productive
- Enacted policies to address correctness and suitability of advance source payments
- Supported senior management with strategic planning initiatives through detailed financial analysis and insightful recommendations
- Assisted in training financial management analysts on best practices related to financial management analysis techniques.
- Facilitated communication between the finance department and other areas of the office to ensure smooth information exchange and collaboration on key projects.
- Streamlined accounts payable and receivable processes, reducing errors and improving cash flow management
- Played a key role in the implementation of new financial software systems, leading to increased efficiency and improved data accuracy
- Performed ad-hoc analyses as needed to support organizational objectives while continually seeking ways to refine methodologies used
- Prepared accurate and timely financial statements for both internal review and external audits, maintaining a strong reputation for fiscal responsibility
- Ensured compliance with relevant policies
Honors Internship Program
Federal Bureau of Investigation
06.2019 - 12.2019
- Supported agents in their daily tasks, reducing workload burden and allowing for increased focus on higher-priority investigations
- Gained valuable experience in matters involving international organized crime and white collar crimes , applying learned concepts directly into relevant work situations
- Gained hands-on experience in various databases, increasing proficiency and expanding technical skill set
- Developed organizational skills through managing multiple tasks simultaneously while adhering to strict deadlines
- Prepared comprehensive reports summarizing analysis findings, informing agents of important trends and patterns
- Collaborated on marketing campaign that significantly increased brand awareness
- Acquired logical and analytical based skills needed for successful investigations
- Contributed to positive work environment by actively participating in team-building activities
- Collected, arranged, and input information into database system
- Maintained database systems to track and analyze operational data
- Generated reports detailing findings and recommendations
Law Clerk
John Fish LTD
08.2018 - 05.2019
- Created and prepared legal drafts by organizing and assembling information for legal documents and forms
- Developed a reputation for professionalism and reliability, frequently entrusted with sensitive estate and tax information
- Supported legal team by conducting research, gathering information and interpreting legal documents
- Demonstrated exceptional attention to detail when reviewing wills and trusts
- Participated in client meetings alongside supervising attorneys, gaining valuable exposure to diverse areas of practice within the firm
- Managed administrative duties such as filing documents, scheduling meetings and tracking case statuses
- Used internal templates to prepare client correspondence
- Met with clients on legal team's behalf to gather case information and discuss execution of documents
- Increased client satisfaction by maintaining open communication channels with attorneys and clients throughout the duration of services
- Reviewed, edited and proofread wills and trusts for proper grammar, spelling and punctuation
- Communicated pertinent information to clients via phone, email, and mail
- Analyzed deeds of trust to verify grantor, grantee, trustee and loan amounts for executive leadership
Summer Law Clerk
Assistant State's Attorneys, Cook County Circuit Court, District 4
06.2018 - 08.2018
- Worked directly with the Assistant State's Attorneys in felony and misdemeanor courtrooms
- Gained a greater understanding in court proceedings, terminology, and statues used in different cases
- Gained valuable insight into the judicial process by observing court proceedings and engaging in post-hearing discussions with attorneys
- Supported attorneys in preparing for hearings, depositions, and trials by compiling relevant information
- Demonstrated excellent time management skills by juggling multiple tasks and deadlines while maintaining high-quality work
- Assisted attorneys in completing due diligence tasks to ensure thorough preparation for upcoming court proceedings
- Improved overall team performance by collaborating with the office on assignments
- Facilitated seamless communication between attorneys, staff, clients, opposing counsel, and court personnel for optimal case progression.
- Maintained strict confidentiality of sensitive client information in accordance with professional ethics guidelines
- Assisted attorneys with case organization and administrative tasks
Summer Forensic Drug Chemist Intern
Illinois State Police Forensic Science Center
06.2018 - 08.2018
- Enhanced product quality by developing and optimizing chemical processes and procedures
- Developed laboratory testing programs and data analysis while adhering to SOPs, ECOs, batch records and work instructions
- Performed independent experimentation on unknown cannabis samples, GammaHydroxybutyric acid (GHB), and γ-Butyrolactone (GBL)
- Performed independent experimentation to analyze the Illinois State Police Drug Chemistry Procedures Manual to determine the reliability of the procedures
- Modified and adapted standard methods and procedures to solve analytical problems
- Developed and maintained accurate records of experimental data, contributing to integrity and reproducibility of research findings
- Cleaned and organized laboratory and kept supplies well-stocked to save time, money and promote laboratory efficiency
- Gained exposure in a multitude of other disciplines including Latent Prints and Toxicology
- Streamlined testing procedures, ensuring accurate results while minimizing turnaround time
- Managed multiple projects simultaneously, ensuring timely completion while maintaining high-quality output standards
Summer Law Intern Program
Cook County Circuit Court, District 3
07.2015 - 08.2015
- Developed strong communication skills by regularly presenting research findings to supervising attorneys
- Developed time-management skills while juggling multiple assignments concurrently ensuring timely completion
- Gained proficiency in legal writing by reading briefs motions, and pleadings
- Increased understanding of various practice areas by attending court proceedings
- Prepared case summaries for supervising attorneys, enabling a better understanding of complex matters related to Forensic Science
- Shadowed experienced lawyers during court proceedings, developing courtroom etiquette and litigation skills
- Assisted attorneys in preparing for trial
- Supported case management through diligent document review and organization
Education
J.D. - Criminal Litgation
Chicago-Kent College of Law
Chicago, IL05.2025
J.D. -
University of Illinois At Chicago Law
Chicago, IL12.2022
Bachelor of Science - Forensic Science, Italian Language and Culture, Chemistry
Loyola University Chicago
Chicago, IL12.2019
Skills
- Legal Research
- Legal Drafting
- Regulatory knowledge
- Written Advocacy
- Legal Analysis
- Ethical Reasoning
- Trial experience
- Legal writing
- Case analysis
- Investigation skills
- Criminal Investigations
- Criminal Law
Certification
- Certified Criminal Litigation, Chicago-Kent College of Law, Anticipated May 2025
- Completed Course: Criminal Procedure: The Investigatory Process, Criminal Procedure: The Adjudicatory Process, Criminal Defense Clinic, Evidence, Intensive Trial Advocacy, Trial Advocacy II, Criminal Litigation, Legal Externship – Criminal Prosecution, Juvenile Justice Law Seminar
Timeline
Law Clerk
DuPage County State's Attorney's Office
08.2024 - Current
Senior Law Clerk
Chicago- Kent Criminal Defense Clinic
01.2024 - 07.2024
Social Media Response Team Member
Federal Bureau of Investigation
01.2024 - Current
Critical Incident Operational Specialist
Federal Bureau of Investigation
07.2022 - 01.2024
Chief Division Counsel Paralegal Specialist
Federal Bureau of Investigation
05.2021 - Current
Acting Chief Division Counsel Paralegal Specialist
Federal Bureau of Investigation
11.2020 - 03.2021
Financial Management Analyst
Federal Bureau of Investigation
01.2020 - 03.2021
Honors Internship Program
Federal Bureau of Investigation
06.2019 - 12.2019
Law Clerk
John Fish LTD
08.2018 - 05.2019
Summer Law Clerk
Assistant State's Attorneys, Cook County Circuit Court, District 4
06.2018 - 08.2018
Summer Forensic Drug Chemist Intern
Illinois State Police Forensic Science Center
06.2018 - 08.2018
Summer Law Intern Program
Cook County Circuit Court, District 3
07.2015 - 08.2015
J.D. - Criminal Litgation
Chicago-Kent College of Law
J.D. -
University of Illinois At Chicago Law
Bachelor of Science - Forensic Science, Italian Language and Culture, Chemistry
Loyola University Chicago
- Certified Criminal Litigation, Chicago-Kent College of Law, Anticipated May 2025
- Completed Course: Criminal Procedure: The Investigatory Process, Criminal Procedure: The Adjudicatory Process, Criminal Defense Clinic, Evidence, Intensive Trial Advocacy, Trial Advocacy II, Criminal Litigation, Legal Externship – Criminal Prosecution, Juvenile Justice Law Seminar
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