LARRY PILGRIM
Sacramento,CA
Summary
Accomplished Attorney with a 29-year track record showcasing expertise in case management and exceptional oral advocacy skills. Demonstrated success in negotiating settlements and achieving favorable court rulings,underscored by a commitment to ethics and professionalism. Excelled in mentoring junior attorneys and delivering client-centered counsel, ensuring justice and efficient case resolution. Communicates clearly and effectively with clients, opposing counsel, jurors and judges. Adept at developing lasting professional relationships. Dedicated legal professional offering expertise in criminal and juvenile dependency law. Proven success in building trusting rapport with clients and offering sound legal advice in clear and universal terms. Hardworking and dedicated to client advocacy.
Overview
29
29
years of professional experience
Work History
Attorney
Self
12.1998 - Current
- Managed complex caseloads effectively by prioritizing tasks and keeping organized records of case materials.
- Developed strong working relationships with opposing counsel, fostering a collaborative environment for dispute resolution.
- Researched and interpreted laws, rulings and regulations to advise clients
- Developed strategies to resolve cases in client's best interest.
- Negotiated settlements of disputes and litigation.
- Presented compelling oral arguments in court hearings and trials that resulted in favorable rulings for clients.
- Achieved successful case outcomes by researching legal issues and drafting persuasive arguments.
- Conducted legal research and conferred with colleagues with subject matter expertise to develop strategies and arguments in preparation for presentation of cases.
- Developed strategies and arguments for hearings, trials and appeals.
- Negotiated favorable settlements, minimizing litigation costs and time spent in court.
- Provided pro bono services to underrepresented populations within the community, ensuring access to quality legal representation for all individuals regardless of income level or background status.
- Assisted in the development of legal strategies and arguments to secure favorable outcomes in contentious litigation matters.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to achieve successful resolutions in high-stakes cases involving multiple parties and jurisdictions.
- Mentored junior attorneys to improve their legal knowledge, skills, and career growth potential.
- Advocated for clients before court in oral argument by presenting facts and evidence in most favorable light.
- Prepared and filed pleadings, motions and other legal documents in court proceedings.
- Developed strategies for court proceedings and negotiations.
- Counseled clients on potential outcomes of legal matters.
- Negotiated settlements with opposing counsel.
- Represented clients in court hearings and in negotiations with other parties.
Deputy District Attorney
Sacramento County District Attorney's Office
12.1995 - 12.1998
- Maintained open lines of communication with defense counsel to facilitate efficient resolution of cases within established ethical guidelines.
- Enhanced trial success rates by meticulously preparing and presenting evidence in criminal prosecutions.
- Conducted thorough legal research, leading to well-informed decisions and successful litigation strategies.
- Exercised sound judgment during charging decisions, ensuring fair treatment for defendants while maintaining public safety interests.
Education
J.D. - Law
Lincoln Law School
Sacramento, CA06.1995
Bachelor of Science - Marketing Management
Oklahoma State University
Stillwater, OK08.1985
Skills
- Case Management
- Trial experience
- Oral debate
- Legal writing
- Court Procedures
- Ethics and Professionalism
- Oral advocacy
- Settlement Negotiation
- Litigation Management
- Client Counseling
- Criminal defense
- Practice Management
- Criminal Investigations
- Discovery processes
- Client Representation
- Hearings and Depositions
- Family and Juvenile Law
- Juror Selection
Websites
Timeline
Attorney
Self
12.1998 - Current
Deputy District Attorney
Sacramento County District Attorney's Office
12.1995 - 12.1998
J.D. - Law
Lincoln Law School
Bachelor of Science - Marketing Management
Oklahoma State University
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