Manuel Marin Jr.
Fullerton,CA
Summary
Experienced Deputy District Attorney with proven skills in legal analysis, courtroom presence, and oral advocacy. Adept at developing trial strategies and collaborating effectively with law enforcement to secure just verdicts.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
Work History
Deputy District Attorney
Orange County District Attorney's Office
Santa Ana, CA
02.2025 - 02.2026
- Assisted in preparing legal documents for court proceedings and case management.
- Researched legal precedents and statutes to support case development.
- Collaborated with law enforcement to gather evidence and witness statements.
- Drafted motions and briefs for submission to the court, ensuring compliance with legal standards.
- Participated in trial preparations, including organizing exhibits and witness coordination.
- Reviewed case files for accuracy, identifying discrepancies and necessary corrections.
- Increased conviction rates through effective collaboration with law enforcement agencies and expert witnesses.
- Supported victim advocacy programs, fostering positive relationships between victims, witnesses, law enforcement, and court personnel.
- Improved plea negotiation outcomes by developing persuasive arguments and establishing strong rapport with opposing counsel.
- Protected the community by prosecuting dangerous criminals, ensuring justice was served for victims of crime.
- Demonstrated excellent courtroom demeanor and presentation skills, resulting in persuasive arguments that resonated with judges and jurors alike.
Deputy Public Defender III
Los Angeles County Public Defender's Office
Los Angeles, CA
04.2001 - 02.2024
- Represented clients in court, ensuring strong defense strategies and adherence to legal ethics.
- Conducted thorough legal research to support case preparation and enhance argument effectiveness.
- Collaborated with investigators and experts to gather evidence and strengthen client cases.
- Developed trial strategies, tailoring approaches to individual cases for optimal outcomes.
- Mentored junior attorneys, providing guidance on case management and courtroom procedures.
- Led complex negotiations with opposing counsel to achieve favorable plea agreements for clients.
- Advocated for clients' rights, ensuring fair treatment throughout the legal process.
- Presented persuasive oral arguments at motion hearings, resulting in critical evidence being suppressed or admitted as needed for a strong defense.
- Represented defendants in court at arraignments, preliminary hearings, pre-trial conferences and trials.
Education
J.D. - Law
Villanova University
Villanova, PA06-2000
Bachelor of Arts - Political Science And Government
Whittier College
Whittier, CA06-1997
Skills
- Legal analysis
- Courtroom presence
- Legal research
- Legal writing
- Oral advocacy
- Witness examination
- Evidence evaluation
- Strong ethics
- Collaborative mindset
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Deputy District Attorney
Orange County District Attorney's Office
02.2025 - 02.2026
Deputy Public Defender III
Los Angeles County Public Defender's Office
04.2001 - 02.2024
J.D. - Law
Villanova University
Bachelor of Arts - Political Science And Government
Whittier College