Kelcey Leeming
Chicago,IL
Summary
Results-driven Assistant State's Attorney with a proven track record of efficient caseload management. Proficient in legal research, trial preparation, and case management, ensuring comprehensive investigation and analysis. Excellent communication, negotiation, and critical thinking skills for favorable court outcomes. Committed to upholding justice with integrity and professionalism.
Overview
2026
2026
years of professional experience
Work History
Assistant State's Attorney
Cook County State's Attorney's Office
Chicago, IL
08.2022 - Current
- My current role is in the Felony Review Unit. I have approved felony charges for aggravated battery of a police officer, domestic battery charges, armed robbery, as well many others. Now, I am in a specialized unit and the Child Advocacy Center for sex crimes against children. I have approved physical and tech facilitated crimes. Some include: predatory criminal sexual assault, aggravated sexual assault of a minor, as well possession or distribution/manufacturing of child pornography.
- Gained in-depth experience across Appeals, First Municipal Misdemeanor departments, Domestic Violence, as well as the Felony Review unit.
- Prepared briefs and motions to be filed in preparation for litigation.
- Presented oral arguments before judges during preliminary motions and at trials.
- I have handled over thirty bench trials independently, and I have experience in jury trials.y trials
Law Clerk
State's Attorney's Office
Chicago, IL
01.2022 - 05.2022
- Used my 7/11 license to argue pre-trial motions.
- Won my oral motion when responding to counsel's motion to suppress a firearm.
- Prepared evidence boards in preparation for trial.
- Analyzed pertinent case law and corresponding rules of evidence.
- Compiled and communicated significant case law insights to supervisors.
- Provided administrative support to attorneys, including sending discovery to opposing counsel and organizing case files, as well as organizing our office.
Law Clerk
Cook County State's Attorney's Office
Chicago, Illinois
06.2021 - 08.2021
- Drafted memoranda of law and other legal documents for attorneys' review.
- Conducted research on relevant statutes, case law, regulations, and legal articles.
- Assisted with the preparation of court briefs, opinions, and appellate records.
- Attended hearings in order to observe proceedings and document results.
- Prepared discovery requests and responses.
Law Clerk for Justice Anne Burke
06.2021 - 08.2021
- Researched relevant case law.
- Prepared comprehensive legal memos for upcoming oral arguments.
Member
DePaul National Trial Team
08.2020 - 05.2021
- Active participant in DePaul’s nationally ranked Trial Team.
- Participated in Mock Trial competitions.
- Conducted legal research, presented oral arguments, practiced objections, applied Federal Rules of Evidence, and conducted witness examinations.
Office of the Chief Judge
Judicial Internship, Cook County, Illinois
- Conducted legal research pertaining to various evidentiary issues
- Ensured timely copying of important legal documents
- Maintained schedule for ongoing legal cases
Education
Juris Doctor -
DePaul University College of Law
Chicago, Illinois05.2022
Bachelor of Arts - Criminal Justice
University of Dayton
Dayton, OH05.2019
Skills
- Criminal Law
- Trial experience
- Litigation
- Legal writing
- Legal research
- Evidence evaluation
Timeline
Assistant State's Attorney
Cook County State's Attorney's Office
08.2022 - Current
Law Clerk
State's Attorney's Office
01.2022 - 05.2022
Law Clerk
Cook County State's Attorney's Office
06.2021 - 08.2021
Law Clerk for Justice Anne Burke
06.2021 - 08.2021
Member
DePaul National Trial Team
08.2020 - 05.2021
Office of the Chief Judge
Judicial Internship, Cook County, Illinois
Juris Doctor -
DePaul University College of Law
Bachelor of Arts - Criminal Justice
University of Dayton
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