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Jessica Bellows

Elm Grove,WI

Summary

Passionate and dedicated Assistant District Attorney with 8+ years of experience. Handles up to 150 open cases cases at any given time and authentic, extensive leadership skills. Bringing vast litigation experience with integrity and passion. Crafting persuasive oral and written arguments rooted in comprehensive legal research.

Overview

20
20
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Assistant District Attorney

Milwaukee County District Attorney's Office
Milwaukee, WI
03.2016 - Current
  • Assigned to General Crimes Unit, Drug Unit and the Sensitive Crimes Unit.
  • Served as a Team Captain for General Crimes.
  • Assisted in the prosecution of criminal cases by conducting legal research, preparing memoranda and briefs, and arguing motions.
  • Attended court proceedings such as preliminary hearings, jury trials, court trials as well as pleas and sentencings to on behalf of the state.
  • Analyzed evidence including witness statements, police reports, medical records, photographs and physical objects.
  • Identified potential charges based on facts gathered during investigation process; reviewed applicable laws to determine appropriate charge or charges to be filed.
  • Drafted complaints setting forth alleged violations of criminal statutes; reviewed warrants for search and seizure when necessary.
  • Presented evidence at motion hearings and trial before judge or jury; argued points of law relevant to case under consideration.
  • Presented court cases to jurors and judges.
  • Prepared legal briefs and appeals and filed with state and federal courts as required.

Owner/Partner

Domask & Bellows, LLC
Milwaukee, WI
09.2004 - 03.2016
  • Started and created the law firm.
  • Oversaw budgeting and financial management of the firm.
  • Ensured compliance with local and state regulations.
  • Maintained records for the day to day operations of the firm, including income and expenses.
  • Practiced criminal defense, family law and probate.

Education

J.D. -

Marquette University Law School
Milwaukee, WI
05-2004

Bachelor of Arts - Criminology And Law Studies

Marquette University
Milwaukee, WI
05-1994

High School Diploma -

Divine Savior Holy Angels
Milwaukee, WI
05-1990

Skills

  • Supervisory skills
  • Problem-solving skills
  • Document Review
  • Legal writing
  • Motions drafting
  • Legal Analysis
  • Training and mentoring
  • Plea bargaining
  • Public Speaking
  • Legal Research
  • Legal expertise
  • Strong Ethics
  • Litigation Experience
  • Legal Document Preparation
  • Discovery and Document Review
  • Westlaw
  • Judgement and Decision Making
  • Creative and Critical Thinking
  • Client Representation and Advisement
  • Case Law and Outcome Analysis
  • Presenting Evidence
  • Legal Research and Review
  • Analytical Thinking
  • Excellent Communication
  • Case interpretation
  • Reliability
  • Self Motivation
  • Family and Juvenile Law
  • Courtroom Procedures
  • Effective Communication
  • Professionalism
  • Juror Selection
  • Mentoring and Coaching
  • Written Communication
  • Oral argument
  • Legal Brief Preparation
  • Multitasking
  • Criminal Law
  • Court Procedures

Affiliations

  • Active member of the Board of Appeals for the Village of Elm Grove, Wisconsin

Certification

  • Wisconsin State Bar Member

Timeline

Assistant District Attorney

Milwaukee County District Attorney's Office
03.2016 - Current

Owner/Partner

Domask & Bellows, LLC
09.2004 - 03.2016

J.D. -

Marquette University Law School

Bachelor of Arts - Criminology And Law Studies

Marquette University

High School Diploma -

Divine Savior Holy Angels

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