Kristina Griffiths

ducted legal research to develop case strategies and arguments.

• Delivered legal representation in criminal cases, ensuring low-income clients received fair advocacy.
• Prepared legal documents, including persuasive briefs and motions, to support court proceedings.
• Advocated for clients during negotiations with prosecutors and opposing counsel.
• Analyzed case law to inform defense strategies and improve client outcomes.
• Negotiated favorable settlements with opposing counsels, enhancing client outcomes.
• Provided training to junior staff attorneys regarding legal procedures and practices.
• Interpreted statutes, regulatiorns and case law while providing timely legal opinionResearched portential conflicts of interest between companies o individuals involved in litigation cases.
• Represented clients in court proceedings before judges and juries. RAN OVER 100 TRIALS.
• Drafted and reviewed pleadings, motions, briefs, memoranda of law, discovery requests and responses.
• Attended hearings, depositions, and mediations.
• Analyzed data from various sources to develop theories and arguments in support of clients' position.
• Provided legal advice and guidance to clients on a variety of matters.
• Argued clearly, logically and persuasively in written and oral form.
• Advised clients on the intricacies of law, fostering informed understanding of legal rights and obligations.
• Prepared persuasive motions and briefs synthesizing facts, evidence and legal authorities.
• Interpreted recent court opinions and current legal research to remain current with developments.
• Conducted comprehensive legal research and analysis on various aspects of criminal law to support case preparation and strategy development.
• Represented clients in court proceedings and hearings, effectively advocating on their behalf to achieve favorable outcomes.
• Managed case files and documentation, ensuring all relevant information was organized, accessible, and maintained in strict confidentiality.

• Presided over court hearings to ensure fair and impartial administration of justice.
• Drafted legal opinions and rulings based on case law and statutory guidelines.
• Heard motions from attorneys and rendered decisions in court.
• Ruled on requests for restraining orders filed by victims of domestic violence or stalking incidents.
• Facilitated settlement discussions and alternative dispute resolution in collaboration with attorneys.
• Evaluated admissibility and relevance of evidence, motions, and pleadings to maintain fairness in proceedings.
• Instructed jurors on the law as it applies to their deliberations.
• Supervised jury selection processes, including voir dire questioning of potential jurors.
• Ensured accuracy and compliance of case files and legal documents with procedures.
• Conducted research on legal issues to support decision-making in cases.
• Read and analyzed legal documents to inform decisions on pre-trial issues, motions and final rulings.