Lucia Golletti
Miami,FL
Summary
University of Miami School of Law graduate who began practice as a criminal litigation attorney in Gainesville, seeking to transition into a new field. Developed strong advocacy skills and courtroom presence, along with a thorough understanding of legal procedures. Ready to leverage these skills in a new and challenging role.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
Work History
Assistant Public Defender
The Eighth Judicial Circuit of Florida
04.2024 - 01.2026
- Maintained responsibility for 100+ concurrent criminal cases.
- Served as first-chair counsel in misdemeanor jury trials.
- Served as second-chair counsel in felony jury trials (five or more).
- Independently handled Stand Your Ground hearings, as well as motions to suppress and other motions to dismiss.
- Contributed to client preparation and case development in capital cases.
- Conducted extensive legal research to support case preparation and strategy development.
- Drafted motions, briefs, and other legal documents for court proceedings.
- Assigned to the daily First Appearance court on a rotating basis.
- Assisted the State Attorney’s Office with the Deferred Prosecution Agreement (DPA) meetings.
Education
J.D. -
University of Miami School of Law
Coral Gables, FL05-2023
LANGUAGES
Spanish (Native)
Timeline
Assistant Public Defender
The Eighth Judicial Circuit of Florida
04.2024 - 01.2026
J.D. -
University of Miami School of Law
ADDITIONAL EXPERIENCE
Certified Legal Intern, The Eighth Judicial Circuit of Florida, Gainesville, FL
- Trained as a Certified Legal Intern in the Public Defender’s Office before Florida Bar admission.
Office of Military Commissions Intern, The Department of Defense, Washington, D.C.
- Spent most of the time assisting Team AAA by conducting research (e.g., issues concerning torture and the law of war), navigating highly sensitive government information, and participating in crucial witness interviews and client outreach/advocacy before the International Criminal Defense Court.
Non-Governmental Organization Observer, National Institute of Military Justice, Naval Station Guantanamo Bay
- Granted official status to attend and monitor proceedings at Naval Station Guantanamo Bay.
The Children and Youth Clinic Intern, University of Miami School of Law, Coral Gables, FL
- Assisted in the representation of children in foster care and former foster youth in dependency, health care, mental health, disability, independent living, education, and other general civil legal matters, ensuring that they have a voice in court proceedings.