Mark Lenyo
South Bend,IN
Summary
Knowledgeable [Desired Position] with proven background in legal defense and courtroom advocacy. Successfully managed complex caseloads and achieved favorable outcomes in numerous high-stakes cases. Demonstrated expertise in legal research and client counseling.
Legal professional with extensive experience defending clients in criminal cases. Known for meticulous case preparation and persuasive courtroom presence. Highly collaborative, flexible, and committed to achieving just outcomes. Proficient in legal research and client advocacy.
Overview
40
40
years of professional experience
Work History
Deputy Public Defender
St. Joseph County, Indiana
07.1997 - Current
- Conducted legal research using independent judgment, discretion and initiative.
- Enhanced client representation by conducting thorough investigations and fact-finding for case preparation.
- Conducted effective voir dire processes during jury selection, identifying impartial jurors who would objectively evaluate the evidence presented at trial.
- Collaborated effectively with colleagues to share resources, expertise, and insights for optimal case outcomes.
- Negotiated advantageous plea deals for clients by leveraging strong relationships with prosecutors and judges.
- Representation of 5000+ indigent clients as a deputy public defender, including major felony cases such as murder, armed robbery, sex offenses, drug distribution, firearms violations, burglary offenses and other major felony offenses.
- Have tried in excess of 200 felony criminal trials to verdict, including 30+ murder cases.
- Have represented at least 150 criminal clients on appeals to the Indiana Supreme Court, Indiana Court of Appeals and the United State Court of Appeals for the Seventh Circuit.
Federal Criminal Defender-CJA
Contract Attorney for Federal Defender
01.1985 - Current
- Demonstrated attention to detail when preparing official correspondence including warrants, subpoenas, and summonses.
- Maintained confidentiality of sensitive information.
- Representation of criminal defendants in federal court including trial and on appeals to the United States Court of Appeals.
Education
J.D. - Law
Valparaiso University
Valparaiso, IN05-1984
BBA - Finance
University of Notre Dame
Notre Dame, IN05-1981
Skills
- Courtroom presence
- Legal research
- Legal writing
Timeline
Deputy Public Defender
St. Joseph County, Indiana
07.1997 - Current
Federal Criminal Defender-CJA
Contract Attorney for Federal Defender
01.1985 - Current
J.D. - Law
Valparaiso University
BBA - Finance
University of Notre Dame
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