Richard Rocha
Tampa,FLORIDA
Summary
Strategic Senior Attorney with over 40 years of experience in legal research and case management. Expert in preparing briefs and representing clients effectively, ensuring strong advocacy and comprehensive support throughout the litigation process.
Overview
2
2
Languages
1
1
Certification
47
47
years of professional experience
Work History
Senior Attorney
Richard M Rocha PA
Tampa, FL
10.1981 - Current
- Advised clients on legal strategy, enhancing understanding of potential trial outcomes.
- Conducted legal research to strengthen case arguments and litigation planning.
- Researched legal issues, strengthening case arguments and litigation plans.
- Prepared briefs, motions, and pleadings for court filing.
- Drafted briefs, motions, and pleadings for court submission.
- Represented clients in hearings by presenting evidence and arguments clearly.
- Presented evidence and legal arguments effectively during client hearings.
- Advocated for clients in hearings through clear evidence presentation and argument delivery.
- Reviewed legal sources to support case positions and argument development.
State Prosecutor
State Attorney's Office 13th Judicial Circuit
Tampa, FL
06.1979 - 10.1981
- Prepared criminal cases for court by clearly presenting evidence and arguments to enhance prosecution effectiveness.
- Worked with law enforcement agencies to collect evidence and witness statements.
- Interviewed witnesses to gather crucial information for courtroom testimony and optimize hearing preparation.
- Helped train junior attorneys on trial procedures and case management practices.
- Facilitated plea negotiations with defense attorneys to achieve timely case resolutions.
Education
J.D. - Law
South Texas College of Law
Houston, TX05-1979
Bachelor of Science - Journalism And Mass Communications
University of Florida
Gainesville, FL03-1976
High School Diploma -
Jesuit High School
Tampa, FL05-1972
Skills
- Trial tactics
- Evidence presentation
- Motion drafting
- Legal research
- Case management
- Client advocacy
Languages
Spanish
Professional
English
Professional
Certification
- Licensed by The Florida Bar
Timeline
Senior Attorney
Richard M Rocha PA
10.1981 - Current
State Prosecutor
State Attorney's Office 13th Judicial Circuit
06.1979 - 10.1981
J.D. - Law
South Texas College of Law
Bachelor of Science - Journalism And Mass Communications
University of Florida
High School Diploma -
Jesuit High School