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Michael A. Joseph

Federicksted,V.I

Summary

Seasoned Lawyer with a high success rate and comprehensive background in corporate law, litigation, and contract negotiation. Skilled at analyzing complex legal issues and providing sound advice to clients. Proven ability to manage multiple cases simultaneously while maintaining focus on achieving positive outcomes successfully.

Overview

47
47
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Board of Elections Member

Board Of Elections
Christiansted , St.Croix U.S.V.I
06.2022 - Current

Provided strategic guidance and oversight to the Board of Directors.

  • Attended board meetings, participated in discussions, and voted on important matters.
  • Write-in Votes Elected
  • Maintain accurate voter database

Attorney

Public Defender's Office/Private Practice
St.Croix , U.S.V.I
05.1988 - 06.2020
  • Drafted and reviewed pleadings, motions, briefs and other legal documents for court filings.
  • Prepared litigation strategies for clients in civil law cases.
  • Conducted legal research on various topics related to civil law.
  • Collaborated with colleagues to develop effective solutions to complex legal issues.
  • Provided legal representation to individuals charged with criminal offenses.
  • Developed defense strategies and filed motions in court proceedings.

Attorney

Private Practice
St. Croix, U.S.V.I
05.1981 - 01.1988
  • Legislative Director, Honorable Ron de Lugo, U.S.V.I. Congressional Delegate
  • Drafted the first General Amnesty immigration act of 1981.
  • Coordinated and prepared agendas, travel itineraries and other materials for meetings with delegates.
  • Assisted in the coordination of logistics for delegate events such as conferences, workshops, seminars.
  • Acted as a liaison between organization and delegates to ensure effective communication and collaboration.

Attorney

Federal Public Defender's Office
St.Thomas And St.John, U.S.V.I
06.1980 - 07.1981
  • Prepared litigation strategies for clients in civil law cases.
  • Conducted legal research on various topics related to civil law.
  • Collaborated with colleagues to develop effective solutions to complex legal issues.
  • Drafted and reviewed pleadings, motions, briefs and other legal documents for court filings.
  • Provided legal representation to individuals charged with criminal offenses.
  • Interacted with clients, witnesses, prosecutors, and other parties involved in the case.

Attorney

Private Practice
Fredericksted, St.Croix U.S.V.I
12.1977 - 12.1978

Certified by the district court to represent the California banking employees, Anti-Trust case.

  • Banks entered a Consent Decree.
  • Investigated facts and prepared detailed reports on findings related to civil matters.
  • Represented clients at trial proceedings before judges or juries.
  • Advised clients on their legal rights, obligations and liabilities under applicable laws.
  • Negotiated settlements between parties involved in disputes or litigations.
  • Developed case strategy plans based on the evidence presented by client's witnesses.
  • Performed document review activities as part of discovery process in civil cases.

Education

Master of Science - Law

Golden Gate University
San Francisco, CA
01-1977

Bachelor of Science - Applied Science

Loyola University
Los Angeles, CA
01-1972

Bachelor of Science - Biology

College of Science and Engineering
San Francisco, CA
01-1972

Associate of Applied Science - Biology

Carroll College
Helena, MT
01-1969

High School Diploma -

Central High School
St. Croix
05-1967

Skills

  • Legal Advisory
  • Client Counseling
  • Knowledge of Federal and State Laws
  • Legal Document Preparation
  • Litigation Experience and trial preparation
  • Contract Review and Negotiation
  • Legal Brief Preparation
  • Courtroom procedures

Certification

  • Member of the Bar Association
  • Ambassador program-People to People comparative criminal law around the globe. Moscow Russia,Athens Greece,South Africa Spain Barcelona, Kyiv Ukraine and Italy
  • Only native to be appointed as Federal Public Defender to date
  • Doctor of Jurisprudence-First and only of the Virgin Islands
  • Appointed by the 3rd circuit court of appeals
  • Published Author-Fountain Valley 1972

Timeline

Board of Elections Member

Board Of Elections
06.2022 - Current

Attorney

Public Defender's Office/Private Practice
05.1988 - 06.2020

Attorney

Private Practice
05.1981 - 01.1988

Attorney

Federal Public Defender's Office
06.1980 - 07.1981

Attorney

Private Practice
12.1977 - 12.1978

Master of Science - Law

Golden Gate University

Bachelor of Science - Applied Science

Loyola University

Bachelor of Science - Biology

College of Science and Engineering

Associate of Applied Science - Biology

Carroll College

High School Diploma -

Central High School
Michael A. Joseph