Helped author significant decisions on digital privacy and law enforcement accountability
Ruled on constitutional limitations of cell phone searches ([Matter of an Application by The People for a Search Warrant, 79 Misc 3d 1211(A) (Crim Court, Bronx County 2023)]; see also Jonathan Custodio, Bronx District Attorney Expanding Phone-Cracking Technology, The City, July 10, 2023, available at https://tinyurl.com/2s3zwna3)
Authored decision addressing NYPD's imposition of unnecessary preconditions that impeded prosecutors' statutory right to access police disciplinary records ([People v Chimborazo, 81 Misc 3d 442 (Crim Court, Bronx Count 2023)]; see alsoNYPD's Requirements For Discovery Amount to 'Ransom Payment,' NYLJ, Oct.4, 2023, available at https://tinyurl.com/jdhen6y3)
Published decisions cited in major media outlets including New York Law Journal
Facilitated smooth courtroom proceedings by managing discovery, trial calendars and schedules.
Staff Attorney
Neighborhood Defender Service Of Harlem
08.2012 - 01.2019
Secured a not-guilty jury verdict for a client charged with second-degree kidnapping.
Obtained a not-guilty jury verdict for a client accused of petit larceny.
Prepared and coached a client to testify in his own defense during a grand jury proceeding where he faced felony drug sale charges, resulting in the dismissal of all charges against him.
Education
J.D. -
Fordham Law School
New York, NY
05.2001 -
Bachelor of Science - Crime, Law And Justice
Pennsylvania State University
University Park, PA
05.2001 -
Teaching Experience
Fordham Law School
Adjunct Professor | [2018-2020]
Designed and taught "Fundamental Lawyering Skills," a comprehensive course on practical legal competencies
Developed interactive curriculum combining theoretical frameworks with experiential learning
Instructed students in client interviewing, counseling, and negotiation techniques
Implemented recorded simulations and role-playing exercises to reinforce learning outcomes
Created assessment rubrics for evaluating student performance in practical legal scenarios
CUNY Law School
Adjunct Professor | [2019-2020]
Taught comprehensive legal practice course focused on foundational lawyering skills
Designed and implemented housing law simulation program for hands-on learning
Developed curriculum integrating legal analysis, writing, and strategic thinking
Facilitated interactive client interviewing and counseling skill development
Mentored students in professional development and legal practice methods
Additional Information
Volunteer | City Bar Justice Center - Consumer Bankruptcy Project