Stephanie Pawuk
Tampa,FL
Summary
Effective law professional with proven track record of successfully representing clients in court, developing legal strategies and negotiating. Over 50 jury trials as first chair. Well-versed in motion practice, legal research and writing, persuasive arguments and negotiations with opposing counsel, judges, and clients. Works independently and collaboratively as part of team.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
Work History
Assistant Public Defender
Sixth Judicial Circuit Of Florida
10.2019 - Current
- Trained and supervised 8 new lawyers on trial practice and managing high volume case loads.
- Individually managed 150 cases from arrest through trial or plea.
- Researched, wrote and filed motions, writs and briefs.
- Negotiated settlements with opposing counsel.
- Represented clients in court hearings and in negotiations with other parties.
- Explained available courses of action and possible repercussions of cases to clients
Criminal Defense Attorney
Pawuk & Pawuk, P.A. Attorneys At Law
12.2008 - 10.2019
- Owner of small boutique firm specializing in criminal defense
- Provided legal counsel to clients on diverse criminal, family, and civil matters.
- Developed strategies and arguments for hearings, trials and appeals.
- Developed strategies to resolve cases in client's best interest.
- Handled all marketing, accounting and office management.
- Grew business from startup to recognized local law firm with hundreds of clients.
Attorney
Stephanie T. Pawuk. P.A.
09.2004 - 10.2006
Assistant State Attorney
Sixth Circuit
05.2001 - 07.2004
- Conducted legal research and conferred with colleagues with subject matter expertise to develop strategies and arguments in criminal cases.
- Developed strategies and arguments for hearings, trials and appeals.
- Prepared and tried over 25 jury trials.
- Interviewed witnesses and prepared testimony for trial.
- Presented key evidence and exhibits during trials.
Education
J. D. - Law
05.2001
Skills
- Legal Strategy Development
- Court Proceedings
- Public Speaking Skills
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Active Listening
- Oral Arguments
- Juror Selection
- Building Trust and Relationships
- Trial Management
- Conferring with Judges
- Cross Examination
- Evidence Code
Affiliations
Florida Assiciation of Criminal Defense Attorneys
American Bar Association
Florida Bar
Timeline
Assistant Public Defender - Sixth Judicial Circuit Of Florida
10.2019 - Current
Criminal Defense Attorney - Pawuk & Pawuk, P.A. Attorneys At Law
12.2008 - 10.2019
Attorney - Stephanie T. Pawuk. P.A.
09.2004 - 10.2006
Assistant State Attorney - Sixth Circuit
05.2001 - 07.2004
Stetson College of Law - J. D., Law
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