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Shayla Webb

Brownsburg,IN

Overview

9
9
years of professional experience

Work History

Deputy Prosecuting Attorney

Marion County Prosecutor's Office
Indianapolis, IN
10.2023 - 01.2025
  • Argued pretrial motions such as suppression hearings and discovery requests.
  • Examined legal data to determine advisability of defending or prosecuting lawsuits.
  • Reviewed case files from police departments concerning arrests for violation of laws or ordinances.
  • Conducted thorough interviews of prospective jurors as part of voir dire process to assess for competency and biases, making for-cause challenges to dismiss unfit candidates.
  • Coordinated with investigators and law enforcement agencies to obtain information or evidence used in hearings.
  • Collaborated with members of a multi-disciplinary team, including social workers and probation officers, in order to ensure that appropriate action is taken with regard to juvenile offenders.
  • Conducted negotiations with defense counsel on behalf of the state regarding plea agreements.
  • Developed prosecution strategies based on an analysis of the facts of each case.
  • Interviewed clients and witnesses to acquire additional insight into case details.
  • Conducted legal research to identify and analyze relevant statutes, regulations, court decisions, and ordinances.
  • Consulted with police officers concerning investigation techniques and strategies related to criminal cases.
  • Gathered public records and interviewed witnesses relevant to cases.
  • Presented court cases to jurors and judges.
  • Leveraged knowledge of precedents and applicable laws to determine probable case outcomes.

Attorney

Dinsmore & Shohl
Indianapolis, IN
04.2022 - 11.2023
  • Provide legal advice, opinions, and solutions regarding issues and risks on various transactional and regulatory matters..
  • Managed real estate development transactions from inception to close
  • Oversaw and negotiated offers for real estate purchases on clients' behalf.
  • Drafted, reviewed, and negotiated real estate and construction documents.
  • Negotiated and drafted settlement agreements to resolve litigated cases.
  • Advised clients regarding legal matters and business transactions.
  • Conduct legal research and analysis to draft legal opinions, studies, and reports.
  • Maintained current knowledge of laws to provide clarification on legal concerns.
  • Provided legal advice, opinions and solutions regarding issues and risks on various transactional and regulatory matters.
  • Interpreted recent court opinions and current legal research to remain current with developments.
  • Evaluated findings and develop strategies and arguments in preparation for presentation of cases.

Coordinator of Equity and Diversity

Brownsburg Community School Corporation
Brownsbug, IN
02.2021 - 04.2022
  • Developed and maintained a proactive professional development program for certified and support staff focused on equity, diversity and inclusion.
  • Coordinated and carried out recruitment efforts to increase diversity in the teaching staff and the leadership team in collaboration with the Director of Human Resources.
  • Collaborated with school staff and acted as a resource on matters related to equity, diversity and inclusion.
  • Provided input into increasing diversity in curriculum materials.
  • Served as a member of the Superintendent’s Leadership Council.
  • Acted as a liaison as appropriate with business and civic organizations to enhance involvement and support of the public schools.
  • Advised the Superintendent and other School Corporation personnel on effective strategies to achieve said goals.

Diversity and Inclusion Program Manager

State Of Indiana
Indianapolis, IN
06.2019 - 02.2021
  • Designed and executed relevant DEI Learning material by consulting with State agency leaders and employees, Executive Staff, and field staff to consider unique needs of each individual organization.
  • Supported State Personnel and agencies in the design, implementation, and promotion of effective statewide DEI strategies consistent with the State goals and priorities;
  • Developed learning & development programs and initiatives to educate State leaders and employees on how to best recognize, appropriately accommodate and appreciate individual differences in the workforce;
  • Assisted with the development of policies and programs in partnership with the State Personnel Talent Acquisition Director to attract, retain, and promote a diverse workforce;
  • Developed recommendations for communications material related to DEI matters;
  • Developed the communication of DEI initiatives, strategies, and goals for State Personnel and statewide;
  • Developed and implemented programs and tools that enable State employees to more effectively communicate, interact, and work with diverse populations both internally and externally;
  • Developed metrics for measuring the effectiveness of DEI initiatives implemented and prepares quarterly reports;
  • Served as the resident DEI subject matter expert for State Personnel and State wide
  • Coordinated, integrated and promoted internal DEI best practices within SOI
  • Worked with the State Personnel Communications Director & Learning & Development Director to manage the publication of all DEI communication and materials
  • Partnered with functional leadership in the development of DEI strategies and statewide learning;
  • Conducted all relevant trainings on Diversity and Inclusion topics;
  • Worked with individual state agencies to create workforce and strategic plans that address DEI issues;
  • Worked with Employee Relations and individual agencies to investigate employee conduct and determine appropriate remedies.

Director of Economic Development

City of Greenwood
Greenwood, IN
5 2018 - 05.2019
  • Fostered business growth through the creation and leadership of the Greenwood Business Launch Team
  • Served as one of the City's primary liaisons to existing and future business opportunities and developers
  • Created workforce and economic development opportunities for City outreach
  • Improved internal productivity and organizational effectiveness by reviewing and creating processes to ensure optimal use of human capital and resources
  • Collaborated and assisted representatives from the JCDC, GCDC, Indy Chamber, IEDC and relevant federal agencies on economic development issues
  • Created, distributed, and managed City marketing materials and branding
  • Led public education and outreach campaigns for various city agencies,
    departments, projects, and utilities
  • Coordinated tax abatement applications and economic incentive offers,
    currently resulting in $120 million in secured capital investment and 1500
    jobs
  • Acted as City spokesperson and media contact person and increase City's media and electronic presence
  • Drafted and revised information for City webpage, press releases, speeches, and marketing materials
  • Planed and facilitated City events, ribbon cuttings and grand openings
  • Achieved client vision and objectives through effective strategy development and execution in coordination with management teams.
  • Streamlined established processes by implementing client and employee feedback.
  • Worked closely with team members to deliver project requirements, develop solutions and meet deadlines.

Licensed Domestic Relations Mediator

Viola J. Taliaferro Family and Children Mediation Clinic
Bloomington, Indiana
07.2016 - 12.2018
  • Assisted low-income families in settling legal disputes
  • Conducted intakes to screen for domestic violence and identify issues to be mediated
  • Mediated issues involving custody, parenting time, child support, and related divorce or paternity issues between parents or guardians.
  • Drafted mediation agreements to be approved by the Court

Legal Intern

Keffer Barnhart LLP
Indianapolis, Indiana
08.2016 - 12.2016
  • Researched relevant legal issues and questions
  • Drafted memorandums
  • Cultivated communications between attorneys and clients
  • Observed courtroom procedure and practice
  • Organized client files to ensure efficiency

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Sociology

Purdue University

Bachelor of Arts - Political Science

Purdue University

J.D. - Juris Doctor

Indiana University

Community and Board Involvement

  • Board Member - Covenant Community Church (2022)
  • Board Member - Coalition for Homelessness Intervention & Prevention (CHIP) Indy (2023)
  • Board Member - Crooked Creek Community Development Corporation (2023)
  • Board Member - Partners In Housing (2023)
  • Board Member - Goodwill of Central and Southern Indiana Education Initiatives
  • Facilitator and Committee member - Indiana Arts Commission Cultural Equity Statement Development Plan
  • Facilitator - Combating Unconscious Bias with Hendricks County Community Foundation
  • Panelist – Race and Education with Tamika Catchings (6/19/2020) (7/10/2020)
  • Panelist – Creating a Welcoming and Inclusive Community with Leadership Hendricks County

Timeline

Deputy Prosecuting Attorney

Marion County Prosecutor's Office
10.2023 - 01.2025

Attorney

Dinsmore & Shohl
04.2022 - 11.2023

Coordinator of Equity and Diversity

Brownsburg Community School Corporation
02.2021 - 04.2022

Diversity and Inclusion Program Manager

State Of Indiana
06.2019 - 02.2021

Legal Intern

Keffer Barnhart LLP
08.2016 - 12.2016

Licensed Domestic Relations Mediator

Viola J. Taliaferro Family and Children Mediation Clinic
07.2016 - 12.2018

Director of Economic Development

City of Greenwood
5 2018 - 05.2019

Bachelor of Arts - Sociology

Purdue University

Bachelor of Arts - Political Science

Purdue University

J.D. - Juris Doctor

Indiana University

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